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Integrate open construction datasets. Combine open data sources for enhanced analysis

Overview

Publisherdatadrivenconstruction
RepositoryDDC_Skills_for_AI_Agents_in_Construction
Skill nameopen-data-integrator
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LicenseMIT
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  • Markdown instructions

    A SKILL.md file the model loads on demand, so it only costs tokens when a request actually matches.

  • Works with any LLM

    AI skills are plain Markdown, not provider-specific code, so this works with GPT, Claude, Gemini, Grok, or a local model.

  • 2 bundled files

    Scripts, templates, and references the model can read while it works. Files are read-only and never executed.

  • Open source

    Published by datadrivenconstruction on GitHub. Read the source before you install it.

Installation

Install the Open Data Integrator AI skill in TypingMind to use it with any LLM, or drop it into another agent that reads SKILL.md.

1

Install in TypingMind

TypingMind installs a skill straight from its GitHub folder — it reads SKILL.md, bundles the resource files, and stores the result locally.

  1. Open the app and go to Plugins → Skills.
  2. Choose "Install from GitHub".
  3. Paste the skill folder URL below and confirm.
    https://github.com/datadrivenconstruction/DDC_Skills_for_AI_Agents_in_Construction/tree/main/2_DDC_Book/2.2-Open-Data-Standards/open-data-integrator
  4. Enable the skill in any chat where you want it available.
Plugins → Skills → Add skill → From GitHub URL, then paste the folder URL and press Continue.
2

Install in another agent

Any agent that reads the Agent Skills format can use this skill — copy the folder into that agent's skills directory.

Claude Code — .claude/skills
git clone --depth 1 https://github.com/datadrivenconstruction/DDC_Skills_for_AI_Agents_in_Construction.git /tmp/DDC_Skills_for_AI_Agents_in_Construction
mkdir -p .claude/skills
cp -r /tmp/DDC_Skills_for_AI_Agents_in_Construction/2_DDC_Book/2.2-Open-Data-Standards/open-data-integrator .claude/skills/open-data-integrator
Restart Claude Code after copying so it picks up the new skill.

Use it in TypingMind

Enable Open Data Integrator in any TypingMind chat and the model takes it from there. Its name and description sit in the system prompt, and the moment a request matches, the model loads the full instructions itself — you never invoke it by hand, and it costs no tokens until it is actually used.

The model loads Open Data Integrator on its own as soon as a request matches it.

Works with any AI model

AI skills are plain Markdown instructions rather than provider-specific code, so Open Data Integrator is not tied to the model it was written for. Install it once in TypingMind and use it with GPT-5, Claude, Gemini, Grok, DeepSeek, Mistral, Llama, or a local model you run yourself — all on your own API keys.

  • Loaded only when it is needed

    The system prompt carries just the name and description. The instructions are fetched on the first matching request, so an idle skill costs nothing.

  • Switch models mid-chat

    Because the skill is instructions rather than code, changing model does not break it — the next model reads the same SKILL.md.

Skill instructions

This is the SKILL.md content the model loads. Read it before installing — a skill is instructions your model will follow.

Open Data Integrator

Overview

Based on DDC methodology (Chapter 2.2), this skill integrates open construction datasets from various sources like government databases, industry benchmarks, weather services, and geospatial data.

Book Reference: "Доминирование открытых данных" / "Open Data Dominance"

Quick Start

python
from dataclasses import dataclass, field
from enum import Enum
from typing import List, Dict, Optional, Any, Callable
from datetime import datetime, date
import json
import requests
from abc import ABC, abstractmethod

class DataSourceType(Enum):
    """Types of open data sources"""
    GOVERNMENT = "government"           # Government statistics
    INDUSTRY_BENCHMARK = "benchmark"    # Industry benchmarks
    WEATHER = "weather"                 # Weather data
    GEOSPATIAL = "geospatial"           # Geographic data
    MATERIAL_PRICES = "material_prices" # Material cost indices
    LABOR_RATES = "labor_rates"         # Labor cost data
    BUILDING_PERMITS = "permits"        # Permit data
    ENERGY = "energy"                   # Energy prices/data
    ECONOMIC = "economic"               # Economic indicators

class UpdateFrequency(Enum):
    """Data update frequency"""
    REALTIME = "realtime"
    HOURLY = "hourly"
    DAILY = "daily"
    WEEKLY = "weekly"
    MONTHLY = "monthly"
    QUARTERLY = "quarterly"
    ANNUAL = "annual"

@dataclass
class OpenDataSource:
    """Definition of an open data source"""
    id: str
    name: str
    source_type: DataSourceType
    url: str
    api_key_required: bool = False
    update_frequency: UpdateFrequency = UpdateFrequency.DAILY
    format: str = "json"
    license: str = "open"
    description: Optional[str] = None
    fields: List[str] = field(default_factory=list)

@dataclass
class DataRecord:
    """A single data record from a source"""
    source_id: str
    timestamp: datetime
    data: Dict[str, Any]
    metadata: Dict[str, Any] = field(default_factory=dict)

@dataclass
class IntegrationResult:
    """Result of data integration"""
    source: str
    records_fetched: int
    records_processed: int
    errors: List[str]
    last_updated: datetime
    sample_data: List[Dict]

@dataclass
class EnrichedData:
    """Data enriched with open data"""
    original_data: Dict[str, Any]
    enrichments: Dict[str, Any]
    sources_used: List[str]
    confidence: float


class OpenDataConnector(ABC):
    """Base class for open data connectors"""

    @abstractmethod
    def fetch(self, params: Dict) -> List[DataRecord]:
        pass

    @abstractmethod
    def get_metadata(self) -> Dict:
        pass


class WeatherDataConnector(OpenDataConnector):
    """Connector for weather data (e.g., OpenWeatherMap)"""

    def __init__(self, api_key: Optional[str] = None):
        self.api_key = api_key
        self.base_url = "https://api.openweathermap.org/data/2.5"

    def fetch(
        self,
        params: Dict
    ) -> List[DataRecord]:
        """Fetch weather data for location"""
        lat = params.get("lat")
        lon = params.get("lon")
        start_date = params.get("start_date")
        end_date = params.get("end_date")

        # Simulate API call (in production, use actual API)
        records = []

        # Generate sample historical data
        current = start_date
        while current <= end_date:
            records.append(DataRecord(
                source_id="openweathermap",
                timestamp=datetime.combine(current, datetime.min.time()),
                data={
                    "date": current.isoformat(),
                    "temp_max": 25.0,
                    "temp_min": 15.0,
                    "precipitation": 0.0,
                    "wind_speed": 10.0,
                    "weather_code": "clear"
                },
                metadata={"lat": lat, "lon": lon}
            ))
            current = date(current.year, current.month, current.day + 1) if current.day < 28 else date(current.year, current.month + 1 if current.month < 12 else 1, 1)

        return records[:30]  # Limit for demo

    def get_metadata(self) -> Dict:
        return {
            "source": "OpenWeatherMap",
            "type": DataSourceType.WEATHER.value,
            "frequency": UpdateFrequency.HOURLY.value,
            "fields": ["temp_max", "temp_min", "precipitation", "wind_speed"]
        }


class MaterialPriceConnector(OpenDataConnector):
    """Connector for material price indices"""

    def __init__(self, region: str = "US"):
        self.region = region
        self.price_indices = self._load_indices()

    def _load_indices(self) -> Dict[str, Dict]:
        """Load material price indices"""
        return {
            "concrete": {"base": 100, "current": 125, "trend": "up"},
            "steel": {"base": 100, "current": 145, "trend": "up"},
            "lumber": {"base": 100, "current": 180, "trend": "stable"},
            "copper": {"base": 100, "current": 135, "trend": "up"},
            "asphalt": {"base": 100, "current": 115, "trend": "stable"},
            "gypsum": {"base": 100, "current": 110, "trend": "stable"},
            "glass": {"base": 100, "current": 105, "trend": "down"},
            "cement": {"base": 100, "current": 120, "trend": "up"},
        }

    def fetch(self, params: Dict) -> List[DataRecord]:
        """Fetch material price data"""
        materials = params.get("materials", list(self.price_indices.keys()))

        records = []
        for material in materials:
            if material in self.price_indices:
                records.append(DataRecord(
                    source_id="material_prices",
                    timestamp=datetime.now(),
                    data={
                        "material": material,
                        "region": self.region,
                        **self.price_indices[material]
                    }
                ))
        return records

    def get_metadata(self) -> Dict:
        return {
            "source": "Material Price Index",
            "type": DataSourceType.MATERIAL_PRICES.value,
            "frequency": UpdateFrequency.MONTHLY.value,
            "materials": list(self.price_indices.keys())
        }


class LaborRateConnector(OpenDataConnector):
    """Connector for labor rate data"""

    def __init__(self, region: str = "US"):
        self.region = region
        self.labor_rates = self._load_rates()

    def _load_rates(self) -> Dict[str, Dict]:
        """Load labor rates by trade"""
        return {
            "carpenter": {"hourly": 45.00, "burden_rate": 1.35},
            "electrician": {"hourly": 55.00, "burden_rate": 1.40},
            "plumber": {"hourly": 52.00, "burden_rate": 1.38},
            "ironworker": {"hourly": 58.00, "burden_rate": 1.42},
            "laborer": {"hourly": 32.00, "burden_rate": 1.30},
            "operator": {"hourly": 48.00, "burden_rate": 1.35},
            "mason": {"hourly": 50.00, "burden_rate": 1.36},
            "painter": {"hourly": 38.00, "burden_rate": 1.32},
            "hvac_tech": {"hourly": 54.00, "burden_rate": 1.38},
            "welder": {"hourly": 52.00, "burden_rate": 1.40},
        }

    def fetch(self, params: Dict) -> List[DataRecord]:
        """Fetch labor rate data"""
        trades = params.get("trades", list(self.labor_rates.keys()))

        records = []
        for trade in trades:
            if trade in self.labor_rates:
                rate_data = self.labor_rates[trade]
                records.append(DataRecord(
                    source_id="labor_rates",
                    timestamp=datetime.now(),
                    data={
                        "trade": trade,
                        "region": self.region,
                        "hourly_rate": rate_data["hourly"],
                        "burden_rate": rate_data["burden_rate"],
                        "fully_loaded": rate_data["hourly"] * rate_data["burden_rate"]
                    }
                ))
        return records

    def get_metadata(self) -> Dict:
        return {
            "source": "Labor Rate Database",
            "type": DataSourceType.LABOR_RATES.value,
            "frequency": UpdateFrequency.QUARTERLY.value,
            "trades": list(self.labor_rates.keys())
        }


class BuildingPermitConnector(OpenDataConnector):
    """Connector for building permit data"""

    def __init__(self, jurisdiction: str = "default"):
        self.jurisdiction = jurisdiction

    def fetch(self, params: Dict) -> List[DataRecord]:
        """Fetch permit data"""
        # Simulate permit data
        permit_types = ["new_construction", "renovation", "addition", "demolition"]

        records = []
        for ptype in permit_types:
            records.append(DataRecord(
                source_id="building_permits",
                timestamp=datetime.now(),
                data={
                    "permit_type": ptype,
                    "jurisdiction": self.jurisdiction,
                    "count_ytd": 150,
                    "total_value": 25000000,
                    "avg_processing_days": 21
                }
            ))
        return records

    def get_metadata(self) -> Dict:
        return {
            "source": "Building Permit Database",
            "type": DataSourceType.BUILDING_PERMITS.value,
            "frequency": UpdateFrequency.DAILY.value
        }


class OpenDataIntegrator:
    """
    Integrate open construction datasets.
    Based on DDC methodology Chapter 2.2.
    """

    def __init__(self, region: str = "US"):
        self.region = region
        self.connectors: Dict[str, OpenDataConnector] = {}
        self.cache: Dict[str, List[DataRecord]] = {}
        self.cache_expiry: Dict[str, datetime] = {}
        self._register_default_connectors()

    def _register_default_connectors(self):
        """Register default data connectors"""
        self.register_connector("weather", WeatherDataConnector())
        self.register_connector("material_prices", MaterialPriceConnector(self.region))
        self.register_connector("labor_rates", LaborRateConnector(self.region))
        self.register_connector("permits", BuildingPermitConnector())

    def register_connector(
        self,
        name: str,
        connector: OpenDataConnector
    ):
        """Register a data connector"""
        self.connectors[name] = connector

    def fetch_data(
        self,
        source: str,
        params: Optional[Dict] = None,
        use_cache: bool = True
    ) -> IntegrationResult:
        """
        Fetch data from a source.

        Args:
            source: Name of the data source
            params: Query parameters
            use_cache: Whether to use cached data

        Returns:
            Integration result with fetched data
        """
        if source not in self.connectors:
            return IntegrationResult(
                source=source,
                records_fetched=0,
                records_processed=0,
                errors=[f"Unknown source: {source}"],
                last_updated=datetime.now(),
                sample_data=[]
            )

        # Check cache
        cache_key = f"{source}_{json.dumps(params or {}, sort_keys=True)}"
        if use_cache and cache_key in self.cache:
            expiry = self.cache_expiry.get(cache_key)
            if expiry and expiry > datetime.now():
                cached = self.cache[cache_key]
                return IntegrationResult(
                    source=source,
                    records_fetched=len(cached),
                    records_processed=len(cached),
                    errors=[],
                    last_updated=expiry,
                    sample_data=[r.data for r in cached[:5]]
                )

        # Fetch fresh data
        connector = self.connectors[source]
        errors = []

        try:
            records = connector.fetch(params or {})

            # Cache the results
            self.cache[cache_key] = records
            self.cache_expiry[cache_key] = datetime.now()

            return IntegrationResult(
                source=source,
                records_fetched=len(records),
                records_processed=len(records),
                errors=errors,
                last_updated=datetime.now(),
                sample_data=[r.data for r in records[:5]]
            )

        except Exception as e:
            errors.append(str(e))
            return IntegrationResult(
                source=source,
                records_fetched=0,
                records_processed=0,
                errors=errors,
                last_updated=datetime.now(),
                sample_data=[]
            )

    def enrich_project_data(
        self,
        project_data: Dict[str, Any],
        enrichment_sources: Optional[List[str]] = None
    ) -> EnrichedData:
        """
        Enrich project data with open data.

        Args:
            project_data: Original project data
            enrichment_sources: Sources to use for enrichment

        Returns:
            Enriched data
        """
        sources = enrichment_sources or ["material_prices", "labor_rates", "weather"]
        enrichments = {}
        sources_used = []

        # Material price enrichment
        if "material_prices" in sources and "materials" in project_data:
            materials = project_data["materials"]
            result = self.fetch_data("material_prices", {"materials": materials})
            if result.records_fetched > 0:
                enrichments["material_price_indices"] = result.sample_data
                sources_used.append("material_prices")

        # Labor rate enrichment
        if "labor_rates" in sources and "trades" in project_data:
            trades = project_data["trades"]
            result = self.fetch_data("labor_rates", {"trades": trades})
            if result.records_fetched > 0:
                enrichments["labor_rates"] = result.sample_data
                sources_used.append("labor_rates")

        # Weather enrichment
        if "weather" in sources and "location" in project_data:
            loc = project_data["location"]
            params = {
                "lat": loc.get("lat"),
                "lon": loc.get("lon"),
                "start_date": project_data.get("start_date", date.today()),
                "end_date": project_data.get("end_date", date.today())
            }
            result = self.fetch_data("weather", params)
            if result.records_fetched > 0:
                enrichments["weather_forecast"] = result.sample_data
                sources_used.append("weather")

        # Calculate confidence based on enrichment success
        confidence = len(sources_used) / len(sources) if sources else 0

        return EnrichedData(
            original_data=project_data,
            enrichments=enrichments,
            sources_used=sources_used,
            confidence=confidence
        )

    def get_cost_indices(
        self,
        materials: Optional[List[str]] = None,
        trades: Optional[List[str]] = None
    ) -> Dict:
        """Get current cost indices"""
        indices = {
            "timestamp": datetime.now().isoformat(),
            "region": self.region
        }

        if materials:
            result = self.fetch_data("material_prices", {"materials": materials})
            indices["materials"] = result.sample_data

        if trades:
            result = self.fetch_data("labor_rates", {"trades": trades})
            indices["labor"] = result.sample_data

        return indices

    def get_weather_risk(
        self,
        lat: float,
        lon: float,
        start_date: date,
        end_date: date
    ) -> Dict:
        """Assess weather risk for project period"""
        result = self.fetch_data("weather", {
            "lat": lat,
            "lon": lon,
            "start_date": start_date,
            "end_date": end_date
        })

        if result.records_fetched == 0:
            return {"error": "No weather data available"}

        # Calculate risk metrics
        rain_days = sum(1 for d in result.sample_data
                       if d.get("precipitation", 0) > 5)
        extreme_temp_days = sum(1 for d in result.sample_data
                               if d.get("temp_max", 0) > 35 or d.get("temp_min", 0) < 0)

        total_days = len(result.sample_data)
        risk_score = (rain_days + extreme_temp_days) / total_days if total_days > 0 else 0

        return {
            "total_days": total_days,
            "rain_days": rain_days,
            "extreme_temperature_days": extreme_temp_days,
            "risk_score": risk_score,
            "risk_level": "high" if risk_score > 0.3 else "medium" if risk_score > 0.1 else "low"
        }

    def list_sources(self) -> List[Dict]:
        """List all available data sources"""
        sources = []
        for name, connector in self.connectors.items():
            meta = connector.get_metadata()
            sources.append({
                "name": name,
                **meta
            })
        return sources

    def generate_report(self) -> str:
        """Generate data availability report"""
        output = """
# Open Data Integration Report

## Available Sources
"""
        for source in self.list_sources():
            output += f"""
### {source['name'].title()}
- **Type:** {source['type']}
- **Update Frequency:** {source['frequency']}
"""

        output += """
## Cache Status
"""
        for key, expiry in self.cache_expiry.items():
            status = "valid" if expiry > datetime.now() else "expired"
            output += f"- {key}: {status}\n"

        return output

Common Use Cases

Fetch Material Prices

python
integrator = OpenDataIntegrator(region="US")

# Get material price indices
result = integrator.fetch_data("material_prices", {
    "materials": ["concrete", "steel", "lumber"]
})

print(f"Fetched: {result.records_fetched} records")
for record in result.sample_data:
    print(f"  {record['material']}: index={record['current']}, trend={record['trend']}")

Enrich Project Data

python
project = {
    "name": "Office Building",
    "materials": ["concrete", "steel", "glass"],
    "trades": ["carpenter", "electrician", "plumber"],
    "location": {"lat": 40.7128, "lon": -74.0060},
    "start_date": date(2024, 6, 1),
    "end_date": date(2024, 12, 31)
}

enriched = integrator.enrich_project_data(project)

print(f"Sources used: {enriched.sources_used}")
print(f"Confidence: {enriched.confidence:.0%}")
print(f"Material indices: {enriched.enrichments.get('material_price_indices')}")

Assess Weather Risk

python
risk = integrator.get_weather_risk(
    lat=40.7128,
    lon=-74.0060,
    start_date=date(2024, 6, 1),
    end_date=date(2024, 8, 31)
)

print(f"Risk Level: {risk['risk_level']}")
print(f"Rain Days: {risk['rain_days']}")

Quick Reference

ComponentPurpose
OpenDataIntegratorMain integration engine
OpenDataConnectorBase connector class
WeatherDataConnectorWeather API connector
MaterialPriceConnectorMaterial price indices
LaborRateConnectorLabor rate data
EnrichedDataEnriched data result

Resources

Next Steps

Bundled files

The model reads these on demand while the skill is loaded. They are exposed as readable files and are never executed.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Open Data Integrator AI skill do?

Integrate open construction datasets. Combine open data sources for enhanced analysis

Why use Open Data Integrator on TypingMind?

Because you install it once and use it with any model. Open Data Integrator is plain Markdown rather than provider-specific code, so the same skill runs on GPT-5, Claude, Gemini, Grok, or a local model — and you can switch model mid-chat without it breaking. TypingMind runs on your own API keys, so you pay providers directly instead of a per-seat subscription, and your skills and chats stay in your own storage.

How do I install Open Data Integrator in TypingMind?

Open Plugins → Skills → Install from GitHub in TypingMind and paste https://github.com/datadrivenconstruction/DDC_Skills_for_AI_Agents_in_Construction/tree/main/2_DDC_Book/2.2-Open-Data-Standards/open-data-integrator. TypingMind reads its SKILL.md and bundles its files and installs it as a skill you can enable per chat.

Which AI models can use Open Data Integrator?

Any model you connect in TypingMind. AI skills are plain Markdown instructions rather than provider-specific code, so GPT, Claude, Gemini, Grok, and local models can all load this skill when a request matches it.

How many AI models can I use with Open Data Integrator?

As many as you like. As long as a model supports skills, you can use Open Data Integrator with it — GPT, Claude, Gemini, Grok, DeepSeek, Mistral, Llama and more — all on TypingMind with your own API keys.

Is the Open Data Integrator AI skill free?

Yes. It is published on GitHub by datadrivenconstruction under the MIT license. You only pay your own AI provider for the tokens you use.

What are AI skills?

An AI skill is a reusable instruction bundle that teaches an AI model how to do one specific task. It follows the open Agent Skills format: a SKILL.md file with a name and description, plus any scripts, templates or reference files the model may need. The model reads the instructions only when your request matches the skill, so an installed skill costs nothing until it is used.

How are AI skills different from plugins or MCP servers?

A plugin or MCP server gives a model new tools to call — code that runs somewhere and returns a result. An AI skill gives the model knowledge and process instead: how to approach a task, which steps to follow, what good output looks like. Skills are plain Markdown, so they need no server, no API key and no runtime, and they work with any model.

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