DSpace version 7.0 is now available. This version presents a new user interface (Angular) that brings together the best of the JSPUI and XMLUI interfaces, reworking all the features of DSpace. The new user interface is supported by a new REST API, which exposes all the contents and functionalities, allowing the integration and interoperability of DSpace with external systems and services like never before.

This version brings the entire DSpace community together under a single user interface, allowing us to progress together more quickly.

“DSpace 7.0 is the largest release in our history, with over a million lines of DSpace code changed, more than the last 4 previous releases combined. Despite the global pandemic, we have accelerated our development and released a total of 5 Beta versions, culminating in a global Testathon. This release is the result of the dedication, determination and commitment of our community, which continually fuels the DSpace program.” Kristi Park, DSpace Governance Chair and CEO of the Texas Digital Library

DSpace 7.0 has been developed by the collaboration of more than 60 community developers, led by LYRASIS, Atmire and 4Science. More than 25 institutions around the world have generously provided financial support. See the full list of contributors in the release notes.release notes. If you would like to contribute to the upcoming 7.x release, please consider joining future DSpace 7 Working Group meetings.

DSpace Features

DSpace version 7.0 includes the following features:

  • A new Angular-based user interface (replacing XMLUI and JSPUI). The goal of the new interface has been to implement all the main features of XMLUI and JSPUI in a single, modern user interface.
  • A new and complete REST API, using modern best practices. The goal of the new REST API is to implement a modern, secure, independent and scalable architecture.
  • Redesigned submissions and workflows with a one-page submission process, drag-and-drop interface, and a redesign of MyDSpace.
  • A new model of Configurable Entity objects, which allows the creation of new typologies of entities, as well as contemplating the relationships between them. This feature allows for greater integration with external identifier systems (e.g. ORCID), CRIS systems, e-journal publishing systems, etc.