CSC Workshop: Introduction to Text Mining: Techniques and Applications

What is text mining? Text mining has become a popular technique for data analysis both in industry and the academic sector. This beginner-friendly workshop will introduce the basics of text-mining, explore pre-processing techniques, and leave attendees with the basic tools to get started in text analysis for their own work. This workshop is great for those in the humanities and social sciences who are interested in incorporating more technological methods in their work as a tool for understanding. No coding experience needed. 

Rukimani is a PhD student in Literature at Duke University focusing on critical race theory. They have a background in Computer Science and work at the intersection of CS and Critical Technology Studies, including anti-surveillance work.

Workshop Level: Beginner 

Requirements: Basic Knowledge Python + Laptop (with the ability to install software) 

Tentative Schedule:

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM: Introduction: What is Text Mining?

12:30 PM - 1:15 PM: Demo of Text-Mining

1:15 PM - 1:30 PM: Wrap-Up + Applications of Text-Mining in Digital Humanities Research/Social Sciences

This workshop is planned to take place online only. A link to join via Zoom will be sent to registrants shortly before the event.

We look forward to seeing you there!

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