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NICAR14: Standing room only
A standing room only crowd packs the talk entiteld “When data don’t exist” featuring Matt Waite, of the University Lincoln Nebraska, Meghan Hoyer, of USA Today, and Sarah Cohen, of The New York Times at NICAR 2014 in Baltimore, on Friday, Feb 27. The panel discussed potential advantages and pitfalls associated with constructing your own…
Read MoreCovering disaster? NICAR has you covered
By Karim Lahlou When calamity strikes and you’re sent out to investigate, knowing where to begin is half the battle. Fortunately, journalists Matt Jacob, The Dallas Morning News, and Alex Richards, Chicago Tribune, have compiled a thorough list of disaster-related data resources ranging from flooding to chemical spills. Collapsed bridges and dam failures In 2013,…
Read MoreHow to use ‘homebrew sensors’ for reporting
By Anna Boiko-Weyrauch Robots were everywhere at the “Cooking with Hardware” conference session, taught by two members of “Team Blinky,” WNYC’s John Keefe and Liza Stark of Parson The New School for Design and the Institute of Play. The audience was greeted with Daft Punk and a sensor-laden welcome mat that caused the screen at the…
Read MoreStorify: The Investigative Dashboard
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Read MoreStorify: The Next Generation of Data Viz
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Read MoreData for breaking news investigations
By Brittany Collins At “This just in: Data for breaking news investigations,” panelist Chris Keller, Southern California Public Radio, offered tips to help reporters and news organizations cover breaking news: Plan how your team will gather information. There could be someone working social media. Another person could cultivate sources. Someone else can edit. To stay…
Read MoreCAR 2014 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. ADDENDUM Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2014 SCHEDULE CHANGES New dates and times are listed below Creating maps: principles, mistakes and potentials Friday, 11-11:50 a.m., Grand Ballroom…
Read MoreWelcome to #NICAR14
Welcome to Baltimore, NICARians. We’re happy you’re here. If you were busy traveling Wednesday, here’s what you missed. Heading to #NICAR14? Here’s what you need to know when you arrive. http://t.co/dsqMbTJDYN — IRE and NICAR (@IRE_NICAR) February 26, 2014 I am beyond excited to be on my way to #NICAR14. And @sc68cal, I hope…
Read MoreThe 2014 CAR Conference begins soon
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 website. Hotel Information The conference is taking place at the Baltimore Marriott Inner Harbor Camden Yards, 110 S. Eutaw, Baltimore, MD, 21201.…
Read More2014 CAR Conference mobile app available for download
The Computer-Assisted Reporting (CAR) Conference app is back! We encourage you to download our mobile guide to enhance your experience at 2014 Computer-Assisted Reporting (CAR) Conference. You’ll be able to plan your day with a personalized schedule and browse exhibitors, maps and general show info. Starting this year, you’ll also be able to complete session…
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