Learn how to boost reporting and data analysis by using simple Google tools. Journalist Mike Reilley from Journalists’ Toolbox will explain how to use charts, maps and visualizations on Google to dig deeper into stories and how using Google Trends, verifying photos with Google Image search and data scraping and mapping will deepen your reporting work.
Bring your laptop — this is a hands-on workshop!
Dinner is on us. We’ll have food and drinks.
Schedule:
6:00 p.m.: Doors open
Grab some refreshments and meet new and old friends.
6:30-9:00 p.m.: Workshop
Hiring? We’ll open up the floor to anyone who wants to give a 30-second pitch about a role they’re hiring for.
About CoGen Coworking
CoGen Coworking’s brand-new space is located in the heart of Chicago’s South Loop neighborhood. It offers spacious, fully furnished and amenity-rich workspaces so you can focus on expanding your professional resources and opportunities. Its large variety of membership options provides flexibility for your busy schedule. Learn more at https://www.cogencoworking.com
About ONA Chicago:
ONA Chicago is a local meetup group made up of writers, editors, innovators, photographers, producers, academics, entrepreneurs and technologists who produce news for and support digital news delivery systems. We’re the Chicago outpost of the Online News Association, the world’s largest association of digital journalists. ONA’s mission is to inspire innovation and excellence among journalists to better serve the public. ONA Local programs are generously supported by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation. For more information, check out http://journalists.org/ona-local