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NICAR 2016 schedule updates and changes
Welcome! Please see below changes to the schedule and other notes. For the most up-to-date schedule and description information, be sure to visit the conference website or app. Session changes and additions NEW! Stealth project management: How to get work done even if you’re not “technically” in charge Thursday, 3:30-4:30 p.m. in Colorado E…
Read MoreTeaching coding concepts doesn’t have to be boring
By Daniela Sirtori-Cortina Before starting her session on programming languages, Lindsey Cook asked attendees to put away their laptops and use a piece of paper. For the next hour, she illustrated programming concepts through interactive activities reminiscent of a grade-school environment. “Welcome to the NICAR session that’s run like a fifth grade classroom,” Cook, data…
Read MoreA look inside the 2016 CAR Conference
By Iaryna Mykhyalyshyn
Read MoreLook for NICAR Conversations and other small-group sessions in Denver
In addition to panels and hands-on classes, NICAR16 will also offer a number of other non-traditional sessions. NICAR Conversations is a series of 1-hour sessions sponsored by SRCCON. The small-group discussions will have set agendas pitched by the facilitators before the conference. These sessions will be held in NICAR Commons (Colorado A). Thursday 10:15-11:15 a.m. | My…
Read MoreWelcome to the 2016 CAR Conference!
The 2016 CAR Conference begins this week. Below are a few bits of information to help you prepare for this great conference! For the latest up-to-date information about panels, speakers and special events at the conference, please visit our conference page. Hotel Information The conference is taking place at the Denver Marriott City Center, 1701…
Read More2016 Lightning Talk winners announced
Thanks to everyone who pitched and voted on the 2016 Lightning Talks. Here are the talks we’ll be hearing Friday, March 11 at 4:45 p.m. You can read more about them on our Lightning Talks page. I Improved My Math Fluency, And So Can You – Ryann Grochowski Jones Solve Every Statistics Problem with One Weird Trick – Jonathan Stray…
Read MoreIRE Radio Podcast | Chicago’s Secret Cash Machine
Chicago drivers have forked over more than $600 million for traffic fines captured by red light cameras. But an investigation by the Chicago Tribune found that the largest robotic camera system in the country hasn’t done much to make the streets safer. Instead, city officials have used Chicago drivers like a network of cash machines. Reporter…
Read More2016 CAR Conference app available for download
The 2016 CAR Conference app is now available through Guidebook! We encourage you to download our mobile guide to enhance your experience at the 2016 CAR Conference. You’ll be able to plan your day with a personalized schedule and browse exhibitors, maps and general show info. The app is free compatible with iPhones, iPads, iPod…
Read MoreVirginia’s secret police: A fight to hold law enforcement accountable
By Gary Harki, The Virginian-Pilot In February, the Virginia Senate passed a bill that would allow law enforcement agencies to keep secret the names of all police officers, deputy sheriffs and fire marshals. It eventually died in a House subcommittee, but only after journalists raised the alarm that the state of Virginia was about to…
Read MoreSpecial events, training and outside events at NICAR 2016
Going to the 2016 CAR Conference? Don’t forget about these great social and training events organized by IRE and partner organizations. WEDNESDAY Techraking <=16: Bootstrapping the News | 2-6 p.m. in Denver III-IV Veteran data crunchers and programmers from Reveal/The Center for Investigative Reporting help attendees set up their laptops. (Registration required) 10 Great Business…
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