/03-dataspace-dashboard/02-components.html The following sections provide detailed information on each dashboard function and its operation. Table of Contents Name Purpose 3.2.1 Dashboard Overview Monitor dataspace metrics 3.2.2 Top Navigation Switch active connector and see connection status 3.2.3 Connectors Register and configure dataspace connectors 3.2.4 Brokers Configure and register metadata brokers with connectors 3.2.5 Assets Create and manage data assets and hosted datasets 3.2.6 Policies Define data usage policies and contracts 3.2.7 Data Offers Create and manage data offers and associated catalogs 3.2.8 Catalog Browser Discover and request data from metadata brokers 3.2.9 Data Requests Track and consume approved requests for data 3.2.10 Agreements Review active data sharing agreements 3.2.11 Settings Configure the dashboard and underlying system settings Hugo en-us /03-dataspace-dashboard/02-components/overview.html Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000 /03-dataspace-dashboard/02-components/overview.html After configuring your dataspace dashboard, you should see the following: Dashboard Components The dashboard overview is broken up into two sections: Connector Metrics - Shows performance and activity metrics for the currently active connector Connection Status Table - Provides an overview of all registered connectors and their current connection status Dashboard Design and the Dataspace Model The dashboard uses a consistent colour-coding system to help you identify and understand dataspace components throughout the interface. Each component type (such as catalogs, policies, contracts, and assets) is assigned a specific colour that remains consistent wherever you create, edit, or interact with that component. For example, catalogs always appear in orange, making them instantly recognisable across all dashboard pages. /03-dataspace-dashboard/02-components/top-navigation.html Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000 /03-dataspace-dashboard/02-components/top-navigation.html The top navigation bar is located in the top-right corner of the dashboard and appears on every page. It provides quick access to refresh functionality, active connector switching, and connection status monitoring. Navigation Components Refresh Button - The first element from the left. When clicked, the dashboard performs a full reload, retrieving and caching dataspace component information (resources, agreements, etc.). /03-dataspace-dashboard/02-components/connectors.html Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000 /03-dataspace-dashboard/02-components/connectors.html The Connectors page allows you to create, view, and manage connectors using the dashboard. Connectors will appear here after completing the setup wizard. View Connector Details To view connector details, click the view button in the Actions column. A popup window displays a table with basic connector information and an expandable section showing the connector’s self-description in JSON format. /03-dataspace-dashboard/02-components/brokers.html Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000 /03-dataspace-dashboard/02-components/brokers.html The Brokers page allows you to create, view, and manage metadata brokers using the dashboard. Brokers will appear here after completing the setup wizard. Register / Update Connector at a Broker To register or update your connector at a broker, click the update button in the Actions column. /03-dataspace-dashboard/02-components/assets.html Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000 /03-dataspace-dashboard/02-components/assets.html The Assets page contains two tabs: Assets - Manage your assets, which are representations with their associated artifacts Datasets - Manage manually uploaded datasets maintained by the dashboard and hosted directly on your server, providing a simple way to share data with other connectors Manage Datasets To manage your datasets, navigate to the Datasets tab. Create Dataset Click the Create Dataset button to open a popup window. /03-dataspace-dashboard/02-components/policies.html Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000 /03-dataspace-dashboard/02-components/policies.html The Policies page contains two tabs: Policies - Create, view, and manage your policies (rules) Contracts - Create, view, and manage your contracts Manage Policies To manage your policies, navigate to the Policies tab. Create Policy Click the Create Policy button to open a popup window. /03-dataspace-dashboard/02-components/data-offers.html Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000 /03-dataspace-dashboard/02-components/data-offers.html The Data Offers page contains two tabs: Resources - Create, view, and manage your resources Catalogs - Create, view, and manage your catalogs Manage Catalogs To manage your catalogs, navigate to the Catalogs tab. Create Catalog Click the Create Catalog button to open a popup window. /03-dataspace-dashboard/02-components/catalog-browser.html Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000 /03-dataspace-dashboard/02-components/catalog-browser.html The Catalog Browser page allows you to search through metadata brokers in your connector, request artifacts from resource offers, and view Research Data Australia (RDA) results if you have provided an RDA API Key. For more information about searching and requesting resources, refer to this page. /03-dataspace-dashboard/02-components/data-requests.html Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000 /03-dataspace-dashboard/02-components/data-requests.html The Data Requests page allows you to view and manage data requests initiated from the Catalog Browser. Understanding Data Requests Data requests are created when you request resources from other connectors through the Catalog Browser. This page displays all your active and historical data requests, allowing you to track the status of your data access requests. Each request shows: /03-dataspace-dashboard/02-components/agreements.html Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000 /03-dataspace-dashboard/02-components/agreements.html The Agreements page displays agreements created through the Catalog Browser. Agreement Types Agreements have two types, indicated in the Direction column: Incoming - Your connector is the consumer (receiving data) Outgoing - Your connector is the provider (sharing data) View Agreement Details To view detailed information about an agreement, including rule types, click the View button in the Actions column to open a popup window. /03-dataspace-dashboard/02-components/settings.html Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000 /03-dataspace-dashboard/02-components/settings.html The Settings page allows you to adjust dashboard behaviour settings in your browser and configure the backend server itself. Below is an overview of the dashboard settings page: Dashboard Settings The dashboard settings allow a user to configure behaviour that applies only in your browser. You can configure the date format, auto-reload interval for retrieving data, and set the RDA API key for use in the catalog browser.