All Hands on Data #98
While the weather outside may not be consistent, you can always count on a new episode of All Hands on Data on Wednesday. Check out what our team cooked up for you this week
Article Recommendations
From Space to Story in Data Journalism
This is a super interesting overview of several recent examples of how satellite imagery has been used as a core source in journalism. Instead of just being visually supportive, the author argues investigative journalists should lean heavily into this data, as well as learn skills like programming and data analysis, to drive their work. - John Forstmeier
3 Reasons Data Engineers Are the Unsung Heroes of GenAI
AI is the hot new object on the technology scene, but seldom do people realize the important data is to having fundamentally useful LLM's. This article does a great job of discussing how exactly data engineers play a crucial role in accelerating the growth of AI and the interdependencies between AI and data. - Angel Catalan
A Comprehensive Guide to Essential Tools for Data Analysts
Rosidi is getting back to basics with this high-level guide for Data Analysts. Mostly for those new to the field, it doesn't hurt for an expert to take a look to see if they are missing out on something considered essential. My favorite part is the quick and tidy Tools Overview table... are you using any tools or languages in ways that aren't ideal? - Katt Baum
Machine Unlearning in 2024
The concept of Machine Unlearning was completely new to me, but in this in-depth article, Ken makes strong points in favor of adjusting existing ML models to remove training bias, copyright influence, and improve data privacy. - Blake Burch
Podcasts Recommendations
The PolicyViz Podcast - Charting Success: Nick Desbarats' Practical Approach to Data Visualization
In this episode, Nick Desbarats discusses his new book, Practical Charts, which provides specific guidelines for choosing chart types based on the data and goal. The episode debates controversial rules like never using box plots, aiming to clarify rather than simply simplify data visualization. The conversation highlights strategies to teach beginners while allowing flexibility for experienced designers.
Data Skeptic - Behavioral Genetics
This podcast discusses the genetics behind dog behavior and breeding. It explores how we can use science and research to better understand and improve outcomes in breeding programs for guide dogs as well as family pets.