CAR Conference Blog
Investigating hacks and data breaches (plus preventing your own)
By Carlie Procell Julia Angwin of ProPublica and Sri Sridharan of the Florida Center for Cybersecurity spoke about ways to cover data breaches as a journalist, along with ways to protect yourself from the hackers. Ways to protect yourself from hackers It’s difficult to figure out if your personal data has been stolen, and it’s…
Read MoreHow to execute big data stories in small newsrooms
By Huilan Zhan How do you plan, pitch, and execute a data project when you’re the only data reporter in your newsroom? How do you collaborate with other members in your newsroom who may not understand what you do with data? Google Data Journalism Scholar Eva Constantaras, St. Louis Public Radio data visual specialist Brent…
Read MoreWelcome to the 2017 CAR Conference
The 2017 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, please visit our conference website. Hotel The conference is taking place at the Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront, 225 East Coastline Drive, Jacksonville, FL…
Read More2017 Lightning Talks lineup announced
Thanks to everyone who pitched and voted on the 2017 Lightning Talks. Here are the talks we’ll be hearing Friday, March 3 at 4:45 p.m. You can read more about them on our Lightning Talks page. CAR through the ages: what I learned from collecting every single NICAR program since 1990 — Christine Zhang Subverting the story model in…
Read More2017 CAR Conference app available for download
The 2017 CAR Conference app is now available through Guidebook! We encourage you to download our mobile guide to enhance your experience at the 2017 CAR Conference. 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…
Read MoreSecurity tips for international journalists traveling to the CAR Conference
By Olivia Martin, Freedom of the Press Foundation Foreign correspondents traveling to the U.S. should request to speak to their lawyer if they are detained, stopped for questioning, or compelled to give up decryption or social media passwords at the U.S. border. Before leaving home, it is recommended that they have their attorney’s contact information…
Read MoreFrom beginners to programmers, CAR Conference offers robust lineup
Journalists across the data spectrum – from beginners to sophisticated programmers – will find plenty of sessions to boost their watchdog power during the national CAR Conference. No other journalism conference provides the scope and depth of hands-on software training available each year at the CAR Conference. Beginners can learn how to crunch numbers in…
Read MoreNICAR Dictionary: A guide to the sessions, classes and events
Looking at the CAR Conference schedule can be a little overwhelming. With so many classes, panels and special events taking place, we thought it might be helpful to put together a short guide to help everyone navigate the world of NICAR. In alphabetical order: Conference app: The CAR Conference app will be available through Guidebook,…
Read MoreVote for the Lightning Talks you want to see in Jacksonville
Thanks to everyone who submitted a Lighting Talk idea for the 2017 CAR Conference. Now it’s time to narrow the 35 ideas down to the 10 talks we’ll hear in Jacksonville. Go online and vote for your favorite proposals. The polls close on Sunday, Feb. 19. What are Lightning Talks? Lightning Talks are 5-minute presentations…
Read MoreCAR Conference sessions to address Trump administration, data breaches and more
We’re working hard to make sure the 2017 CAR Conference program addresses the issues and skills you need to know now. From covering the Trump administration to protecting yourself and your sources to understanding polls and statistics, our schedule is sure to have something for everyone. Here are a few of the nearly 200 sessions,…
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