Principles are high level statements of fundamental values and rules. The following principles form the foundation for developing the policies and standards that govern open data initiatives, and you can find here number of initiatives that are dealing with principles of Open Data.

Why is that important for you?

Well, you should understand some underpinings of the open data idea, especially when you talk to government or city official. Our data is strictly regulated, but most important, there is many aspects of how people look at the data and the initiatives that want to free (or use) them.