Documentation

1. Introduction to the Alexandria Project

Overview

The Alexandria Project is an innovative digital library designed to facilitate knowledge sharing and research. It aims to create an expansive, user-driven repository of information, making resources accessible to everyone. Our vision is to empower researchers, learners, and hobbyists by providing a collaborative platform for curating knowledge.

Key Features

Library: A comprehensive collection of texts, articles, and resources across various disciplines.

Dictionary: An integrated dictionary that allows users to look up and contribute definitions.

Community-Driven Curation System: A framework that enables users to submit, verify, and curate content collectively.

Target Audience

The Alexandria Project is designed for researchers, students, educators, hobbyists, and anyone interested in learning and sharing knowledge.

2. Librarian

Bot Overview

Librarian is a pseudo-AI that enhances user interaction with the Alexandria Project. It functions seamlessly on both Discord and the website, providing users with access to definitions, resources, and community features.

Commands List

!help: Lists all commands available in the bot.

!define <word>: Looks up a word's definition or adds it to the library.

!aleatory: Generates an image with a random word and its definition.

!ping: Checks the bot's latency.

!roll <NdN>: Rolls selected dice a specified number of times.

Example: !roll 2d6

!coinflip: Randomly returns heads or tails.

!fortune <question>: Asks a question to the magic 8-ball.

!catechism: Initiates a server-wide word guessing game.

!points <mention>: Displays the points of a user or another mentioned user.

Future Development

We are actively working on new features, including enhanced content filtering and personalized user experiences. Users are encouraged to contribute ideas via our feedback channels.

3. System Architecture

Backend Overview

The Alexandria Project is built on a robust technology stack, utilizing a cloud hosting platform for scalability and a relational database for storing library and dictionary content.

How It Works

Users can submit definitions or research, which are then processed through our verification system. Approved content is stored in the database and made accessible for retrieval.

Librarian Subsystems (APIs)

The Librarian bot consists of several subsystems that enhance its functionality:

Scribe: Manages dictionary inputs and changes, ensuring that definitions are up-to-date and accurate.

Curator: Oversees curator submissions to verify copyright compliance and user verification before content is published.

Seamstress: Handles the creation of images, ensuring that visual content is properly generated and associated with the corresponding definitions or resources.

4. Content Curation Process

User Submissions

Users can submit new words, definitions, or documents through Librarian's Curator system available on the Alexandria website or through the Alexandria Discord.

Verification

Submissions undergo a review process conducted by The Librarians that checks for accuracy and relevance before approval.

Roles & Responsibilities

Librarian: Keep the website and discord safe and easy to use while being a base system for all other subsystems.

The Librarians: Manage the content and assist users.

Curators: Review and approve submitted content.

Community: Engage in content submissions and suggest improvements.

5. Community Contribution Guidelines

How to Get Involved

Community members can contribute by submitting content, suggesting corrections, or applying to become curators. A simple registration process is in place.

Content Submission

Submissions should follow a specified format, including required metadata such as author, source, and relevant tags.

Best Practices

We recommend providing accurate citations typically MLA standard format, maintaining a neutral tone, and ensuring clarity in submissions for high-quality contributions.

6. Development Roadmap

Librarian (main system) Versioning

Current version: v0.2 - Full dictionary functionality and user interaction along with some QoL like coin flips, dice rolls, dictionary based minigames.

Beta version: v0.3 - Upcoming features include improved search capabilities within the dictionary and spelling correction along with auto-moderation improvements. 

Feedback Loop

Users are encouraged to suggest new features or report bugs via our feedback channels. Input will be used to guide future developments.

8. Privacy and Data Security

User Data Handling

Users' cookies and contributions are handled securely with strict adherence to privacy guidelines and complete transparency about what your contributions are doing.

Policy Links

For transparency, please refer to our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions for more information on data security practices.