Transkribus is the leading platform for th e automatic recognition of text and the extraction of information from his torical documents. \;
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However\, it is not just a technol
ogy &mdash\; it is also a tool that bridges the gap between manuscripts an
d the digital world\, between history and algorithms. Transkribus opens up
new possibilities for working with handwritten materials\, whether you ar
e exploring family history\, researching local heritage or preserving arch
ival collections.
The platform's advanced AI models can reco
gnise a wide range of languages and historical scripts\, helping users to
convert handwritten sources into accessible digital texts while saving tim
e and improving accuracy. \;
In this session\, Helene Pr
okop from the Transkribus team will guide you through the platform&rsquo\;
s key features\, including how to upload documents\, apply AI models for a
utomatic transcription\, and train custom models tailored to your specific
needs. You&rsquo\;ll learn practical tips to streamline your research pro
cess and make your historical documents more accessible and searchable.
Helene Prokop is the Communications Team Lead at Transkribus.
She holds a Bachelor's degree in Media Management and a Master's degree in
Contemporary History and Media\, and has attended courses in Ancient Hist
ory\, Linguistics\, and Korean Studies. Since joining Transkribus in 2023\
, Helene has been able to combine her academic background and passion for
history with a mission to make historical texts more accessible. \;