January 25, 2017 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Data Gathering, Cleaning, and Visualization: Learning Circle Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh (Main) Oakland 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh Join fellow community members who are interested in using data for journalism or advocacy in a four-week facilitated learning session.
January 20, 2017 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Smart Cities and Sustainability Wesley W. Posvar Hall 3911 Posvar Hall; 230 S. Bouquet St. , Pittsburgh Developing “smart cities” is a hot topic in the area of urban development and municipal management, but what is it? City of Pittsburgh was selected in 2016 as a U.S. Department of Transportation finalist for the department’s Smart Cities Challenge. Representatives from the City of Pittsburgh will discuss highlights of the proposal, lessons learned and opportunities for integration of smart city approaches to enhancing the sustainability and delivery of services within the City.
January 19, 2017 @ 8:30 am - 10:30 am Steel City Codefest Presents: Is There An App For That? Downtown Pittsburgh Edition Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh - Downtown & Business 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh Making Pittsburgh a healthier, safer, more connected, artistic and equitable place for all is hard work. If you are a nonprofit, government agency, or social good program with a challenge, Steel City Codefest's panel of experts are here to help! Join for a free evening of problem-solving and networking. Free