CAR Conference Blog
Browse the #NICAR20 expected sessions list
We’ve posted a list of more than 150 expected panels, demos, commons and hands-on classes we’re planning for the 2020 NICAR Conference in New Orleans! This list is designed to help you make decisions about the conference (show it to your boss!), but it doesn’t include everything we’ll be offering. A few highlights: Plenty of…
Read MoreHelp us pick repeat hands-on classes at #NICAR20
We’re planning repeat hands-on classes at the upcoming NICAR Conference in New Orleans, and we need your help. If you plan to join us in Louisiana for the 2020 NICAR Conference, please consider taking our survey to help us plan those repeat classes. Your responses will help us provide more of the most popular classes,…
Read MoreParticipate in the 2020 NICAR Conference mentorship program!
Looking for a mentor? Would you like to be a mentor? If so, and you’ll be joining us for the 2020 NICAR Conference in New Orleans, you can now sign up for the conference mentorship program. IRE will match mentors with mentees and arrange for them to meet at a breakfast during the conference. Please…
Read MoreSubmit your ideas for #NICAR20 and sign up for conference emails
Planning is underway for the 2020 Computer-Assisted Reporting Conference, and we need your help. Use this form to share ideas, suggestions and other comments to help us plan the best possible conference. No suggestion is too big or too small. The form will be open through Sept. 15. We’re also starting an email list so…
Read MoreListen to the 2019 Lightning Talks!
Want to listen to the NICAR19 Lightning Talks? We put together a playlist with all 10 talks. You can also listen to individual talks and view the slides using the links below. 1. How to write a data story in five minutes | Youyou Zhou AUDIO | SLIDES What does it mean to be a…
Read MoreWelcome to #NICAR19!
The 2019 CAR Conference begins on Thursday! Below you’ll find a few bits of information to help you prepare for this great conference! For the latest information about panels, speakers and special events at the conference, please visit our conference website at ire.org/nicar19. Hotel information The conference is taking place at the Newport Beach Marriott, 900 Newport Center…
Read MoreDownload the 2019 CAR Conference mobile app!
The 2019 CAR Conference app is now available through Guidebook! We encourage you to download our mobile guide to enhance your experience at the NICAR19. You’ll be able to plan your day with a personalized schedule, browse maps and connect with other attendees. The app is free and compatible with iPhones, iPads, iPod Touches and Android devices. Windows Phone 7…
Read MoreThe ultimate guide to workshops at NICAR19
If you’re joining us at the 2019 CAR Conference next month, don’t forget to check out the classes that require pre-registration. Our hands-on workshops are longer classes designed to help you learn a specific skill or tool. They take place in a computer lab and are taught by veteran instructors. Our Master Classes are half-day…
Read MoreVote for your favorite Lightning Talks
Thanks to everyone who submitted a Lighting Talk idea for the 2019 CAR Conference. Now it’s time to narrow the more than 40 ideas down to the 10 talks we’ll hear in Newport Beach. Go online and vote for your favorite proposals. The polls close on Friday, Feb. 22. What are Lightning Talks? Lightning Talks…
Read MoreWinning T-shirt selected for NICAR19
The votes are in and the 2019 NICAR T-shirt has been selected! Casey Miller won our annual contest. You’ll be able to buy her design at the 2019 CAR Conference in Newport Beach. Any extra shirts will be available for purchase online in the IRE Store. Thanks to everyone who entered designs and voted.
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