Introduction

In this workshop you will learn how to programmatically access the CSD using our Python API by:

• Familiarising yourself with how CSD entries are represented in the CSD Python API.
• Learning how to access CSD entries.
• Learning how to read different file formats.
• Learning how to run a search and output results.

Format:​

• Show one - our team will go through an example on their screen.
• Try one – It’s your turn, work through the example yourself – with our team on the line for support.
• Explore more – we’ll summarise the key points, and give you further examples to try in your own time.

Requirements:

• Familiar with Python. This workshop will NOT cover how to use Python, but rather how to use the CSD-Python API
• Familiar with Mercury. If not, consider reviewing our self-guided visualisation workshop before the event. 
  • Self guided workshop: https://www.ccdc.cam.ac.uk/support-and-resources/ccdcresources/Structure_visualizations.pdf
• Ideally familiar with the CSD-Core (previously, CSD-System).
• A current, valid CSD licence - CSD-Core or above.
• Temporary licence: if you are not a current user you can request a temporary licence to participate - email hello@ccdc.cam.ac.uk to enquire

Useful links

• Further event details More information about the event

Venue

The Cambridge Crystallographic Data Centre

12 Union Road, The Cambridge Crystallographic Data Centre, 12 Union Road, Cambridge, CB2 1EZ, United Kingdom

Organised by

Cambridge Crystallographic Data Centre

Contact information

The CCDC team
Cambridge Crystallographic Data Centre
The Cambridge Crystallographic Data Centre
12 Union Road
Cambridge
CB2 1EZ
United Kingdom
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