Catalog & Cocktails: The Honest, No-BS Data Podcast TAKEAWAY - Ontologies Aren’t New with Oscar Corcho
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Jan 21, 2026 Discover the fascinating history of ontologies, tracing back to the 1990s and expert systems. Learn how they are applied to complex systems like data centers and railways to streamline processes. The importance of human agreement in ontology work is highlighted, showcasing its challenges. Explore the role of governance and how modern software practices can enhance ontology development. With LLMs aiding in ontology generation, find out how they can minimize hallucinations and improve outputs, treating ontologies as crucial software artifacts.
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Ontologies' Evolution From AI To Data
- Ontologies evolved from 1990s AI expert systems into practical data-focused artifacts.
- Today they connect deeply with data and have matured with tools and databases.
Real-World Ontology Examples
- Oscar described a data center ontology that maps microsystems and networks to troubleshoot root causes.
- He also recounted a railway project unifying standards across 20 countries with one ontology.
Apply Governance And Software Practices
- Tie ontology governance to your organization's existing governance processes.
- Treat ontologies like software: apply development lifecycle practices and tooling such as GitHub.