RefLex : Reference Lexicon of the languages of Africa

1. General Information

• Website Name: Reference Lexicon of the languages of Africa
• URL: https://reflex.cnrs.fr/Africa/
• Launch Date: Version 2.2, September 2020
• Creator/Organization: LLACAN and DDL Laboratory

2. Website Objectives

• Primary Objective:
  • Centralize lexicons for better accessibility.
  • Propose a unification of meanings (concept, definition, translation) and forms (API).
  
• Secondary Objectives:
  • Provide search and consultation tools for users.
  • Provide tools for the historical reconstruction of languages.
  • Provide statistical tools for analyzing forms.
  

3. Key Features

• Advanced Search: Tools for filtering records.
• Access to Sources: Online access to articles, reports, and other scientific documents if available and free of rights.
• Rights Management: System for managing user access rights.
• User Interface: Interface for navigating and consulting sources.

4. Design and User Experience

• Design: Professional design for advanced users, adapted to a pre-trained audience.
• User Experience: Interface with advanced search options and numerous menus for navigation.

5. Content

• Types of Content: Lexicons of publications on African languages.
• Update Frequency: Regular updates with new lexicons cleaned by the LLACAN team.

6. Target Audience

• Target Audience: Researchers, students, teachers, and other professionals in scientific research.

7. Technologies Used

• Technologies: PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, SQL databases.

8. Strengths and Weaknesses

• Strengths:
  • Centralization of African language lexicons.
  • Advanced search tools.
• Weaknesses:
  • User-friendly interface.
  • Limited access for unregistered users.

9. Contact

• Contact: reflex@cnrs.fr