This repository contains a synthetic dataset of galaxies designed for hands-on training in collaborative tools like GitHub. Participants will practice forking, branching, committing, and submitting pull requests to improve and expand the dataset while adhering to best practices in collaborative research.
galaxy_database.csv: A table of 30 galaxy entries with information on their redshifts, galaxy types, activities, absolute magnitudes, and references.
- Fork the repository.
- Create a new branch for your changes.
- Commit your edits and push them to your fork.
- Submit a pull request to the main repository for review.
The dataset includes:
Galaxy ID: Unique identifiers for the galaxies.
Redshift: A measure of the galaxy's distance and motion.
Galaxy Type: Classification of the galaxy (e.g., spiral, elliptical).
Activity: Notes on the galaxy's active processes (AGN, star formation, none).
Absolute Magnitude: A measure of the galaxy's luminosity.
Reference: Simulated citations for sources of the data.
Notes: Additional remarks about the galaxy.
The repository does not contain software to be installed. To access the database you can explore the file galaxy_database.csv in Github or clone the repository to your local computer
This project is designed for educational purposes, providing participants with practical experience in a collaborative research environment.