PinnedAlastair OtterinMedia HackThe big list of data journalism tools and resourcesAll the data journalism tools and resources you need to get started — from newsletters and tutorials to mapping and visualisation tools.May 5, 2022May 5, 2022
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Alastair OtterinMedia HackThe tools we use to run our data journalism businessAfter years of trying out a bunch of different tools to support our data journalism, we’ve (mostly) settled on this shortlist.Jul 14, 2022Jul 14, 2022
Alastair OtterinMedia HackHow we built a coronavirus dashboard in our living roomWe didn’t plan on building a coronavirus dashboard. We just wanted to make some charts to see what the data looked like.Mar 31, 2022Mar 31, 2022
Alastair OtterinMedia HackMapping for journalists: 9 essential tools in 2022Maps are a popular and effective way to illustrate data stories. This is a suggested list of great tools to get anyone started with…Feb 3, 2022Feb 3, 2022
Alastair OtterThis week in media: bots, tools & fake news networksMedia Picks is a weekly email newsletter that covers the changing face of journalism and media, with a specific focus on the digital and…Sep 22, 2017Sep 22, 2017
Alastair OtterinMedia HackA mapping toolbox for journalists: 10+ tools worth checking outA newer, updated version of this article can be found here: 2022 Mapping Tools.May 28, 2017May 28, 2017
Alastair OtterinMedia HackWant to be a data journalist? Learn these important toolsThis is part 1 of an occasional series on useful tools for journalists. Part 2: A mapping toolbox for journalists: 10+ tools worth checking…Apr 11, 2017Apr 11, 2017