The Department of Linguistics, University of Kashmir (KU), successfully concluded a two-day workshop on ‘Use of Linguistics Software and Tools’ at the Main Campus.

The workshop aimed to familiarise participants with contemporary linguistic software and equip them with practical skills for data analysis, phonetic research, and language documentation in an era marked by the growing use of and dependence on artificial intelligence.

Vice-Chancellor KU, Prof. Nilofer Khan, in her message said, “Incorporating digital tools into language studies is key to keeping pace with changing academic practices. Such initiatives help students and scholars refine their research skills and engage more effectively with emerging methodologies in linguistics."

Speaking at the inaugural session, Controller of Examinations KU, Prof. Majid Zaman, said, “In today’s rapidly evolving academic landscape, the integration of technology with linguistic research is essential. Workshops like these empower students and scholars to engage with advanced tools and enhance the quality and scope of their research.”

Former Head, Department of Linguistics, KU, Prof. Nazir Ahmad Dhar, emphasized the relevance of computational tools in modern linguistics and encouraged participants to adopt innovative approaches in their academic work.

Dr. Shabir Ahmad Parah, faculty at the Department of Electronics & Instrumentation Technology, KU, highlighted the interdisciplinary nature of such trainings and spoke about the role of technology in enhancing research precision and efficiency.

Earlier, Head, Department of Linguistics, KU, Prof. Musavir Ahmad, in his welcome address underscored the importance of learning and using specialised software tools to keep pace with emerging trends in linguistic research and pedagogy.

The workshop featured expert sessions and hands-on training on software such as Flex and Praat, enabling participants to gain practical exposure to linguistic data processing and phonetic analysis. Participants actively engaged in the sessions and gained helpful insights into the application of these tools in their academic and research pursuits.

The workshop was attended by research scholars and students from the Department of Linguistics at the Main Campus.