Why Data is Different
by David Hobbs
1. Manipulation
1.1. Graph it
1.2. Compare it
1.3. Analysis
1.3.1. Compare against model
1.3.2. Confirm others' analysis
1.4. Create own aggregation
1.4.1. From others' sources
1.4.2. From your sources
1.5. Map it
2. Formats
2.1. Simple HTML
2.1.1. Tables
2.1.2. Lists
2.2. File download
2.2.1. csv
2.2.2. xls
2.2.3. Stata
2.2.4. Industry-specific formats
2.2.4.1. NetCDF
2.3. API / Web Service
2.3.1. REST API
2.3.2. SOAP
2.4. Your tools for manipulation
2.4.1. Online
2.4.2. Offline
2.5. Your modeling tools
3. Channels
3.1. Your web site
3.2. Other Data Sources
3.2.1. Swivel
3.2.2. Manyeyes