Central Asian WikiCon 2025/Submissions/WikiExplorer

ID :	WikiExplorer: Guide to your journey
Author(s): Javohir Zarifboyev		Username(s): Zarifboyev	Type of submission: Demonstration
		Affiliation: Wikimedians of Uzbek User Group	Theme(s): Technology
Abstract: WikiExplorer is more than just another app - it's a gateway to global discovery and knowledge sharing. Imagine having a pocket guide that not only shows you amazing places around the world but also teaches you how to become a Wikipedia contributor in just a few taps. We've built something special: an intuitive mobile app that makes exploring landmarks and cultural sites super easy, while giving everyday people the tools to share their local stories. Our goal is simple - break down the barriers to contributing to Wikipedia, make learning fun, and create a community where everyone can add their piece of the world's biggest open encyclopedia. No complex business model, just pure knowledge sharing.			Slides: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/18l5_6PC92nD2AuuzX2bfmpAHjHjFjPDpiJSaKLU0rE8/edit?usp=sharing
			Level of advancement: medium
			Special requirements: projector or screen for live demonstration
How will this session be beneficial for the communities in the region of Central Asia? We know Central Asia has a rich history along the Silk Road, and the history of Central Asian countries is essential human knowledge for the world’s history. As Wikipedia edit-a-thons and editing become more popular trends like we’ve seen with projects such as WikiStipendiya in Uzbekistan - it is to build a community-driven platform that keeps editors engaged in contributing to free human knowledge. By creating articles about historical sites, we promote the tourism of Central Asian countries. WikiExplorer will become a digital bridge connecting Central Asian youth to write about their cultural heritage, archaeological sites, and historical landmarks.

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