Solution Providers - IT Experts
For technical professionals from solution provider organisations working on software development, system integration and implementation. The selected materials focus on data space architecture, interoperability, data governance and technical deployment, with particular attention to the DS4SSCC Blueprint.
Technical Pillars - basic
This lecture introduces the basics of Technical Building Blocks for data spaces and explains how they support data value creation, interoperability, data sovereignty and trust. Participants learn how these building blocks help describe, publish, discover, exchange and govern data and services in a data space, with practical recommendations for pilot implementation.
Technical Pillars - advanced
This training provides a deep dive into the high-level architecture for smart communities data spaces, building on the previous technical sessions and focusing on practical implementation questions. Participants discuss the minimal components needed for deployment, including the Universal Trust Data Registry, Authorization Policies Store, federation layer and data space connectors, as well as the use of proposed Blueprint components. The session also includes interactive practical work related to the technical topics discussed.
Regulatory Compliance and Safeguards
This training introduces regulatory compliance and safeguards for data spaces, with an overview of the current EU digital regulatory landscape and how to identify which rules may apply based on the data, participants, use cases and technologies involved. Through an interactive workshop and group discussion, participants identify key legal and compliance challenges, reflect on their own data space or use case, and begin mapping possible next steps. The session also introduces the contractual framework for data spaces and concludes with suggested follow-up work, including continued collaboration with legal experts and pilot teams.
The High Level Architecture for Smart Communities Data Spaces (intro)
This lecture introduces the high-level architecture for smart communities data spaces and how existing city and community systems can evolve towards a data space approach. It covers the minimal components needed for deployment, including trust, authorization, federation and connectors, and outlines recommended steps for pilot implementation and onboarding into the EU Data Space.
Introduction to the Data Space for Smart Communities
This foundational training provides an overview of data spaces and their significance in the context of smart communities. Participants are introduced to the core concepts, benefits and potential applications of data spaces, with a focus on their role in supporting smarter, more connected and more sustainable local ecosystems. The training also places data spaces within the broader European data strategy and explains how they contribute to smart and sustainable communities. In addition, it provides context on the DS4SSCC initiative, the role of pilot projects, the overall training programme approach, and the European Data Space for Smart Communities Blueprint.
Green Deal Regulations and Policies
This lecture introduces key EU environmental regulations that matter for data spaces and explains how they are connected to the European Green Deal and smart community priorities. It covers relevant policy areas such as climate action, energy transition, mobility, circular economy, buildings, air quality, water management and biodiversity. The session also shows how data spaces can support compliance, transparency, sustainability and innovation, while helping cities and stakeholders better understand the cost of inaction.
In-person training: Bootcamp event in Ljubljana
This in-person bootcamp supports DS4SSCC-DEP pilot teams in developing stronger local data spaces and preparing for federation and long-term sustainability. The training combines business, governance and technical work, helping participants refine data products, business models, governance structures and technical implementation choices. It includes joint sessions, dedicated track work, pilot presentations and peer exchange to support practical progress across the participating pilots.
Business & Governance Track:
The technical track focuses on the implementation aspects of smart community data spaces, building on the DS4SSCC Blueprint and its technical pillars. Participants work on topics such as ODRL implementation, technical governance, Verifiable Credentials, federation theory, semantics, data models and SIMPL. The sessions are designed to help pilots understand key technical choices, prepare for interoperability and explore practical steps towards local and federated data space deployment.
Joint Sessions:
The joint sessions bring all participants together to align on key concepts, share progress and connect the technical, business and governance perspectives. They include workshop framing, pilot presentations, federation concepts, group formation, peer exchange and closing reflections. These sessions help pilots learn from each other, identify common challenges and explore opportunities for collaboration across use cases, domains and geographies.