Abstract:

"Lineage 3.0: Using D3.js to chart 250 years of family history" is a deep dive into the art & science of building network graphs with D3.js.

From mapping genealogical data spanning centuries to visualizing customer relationships & charting complex TV show character connections, this talk showcases the versatility of force-directed graphs. We'll explore the challenges & best practices of working with D3.js, highlighting coding styles, the balance of configuration vs. convention, & lessons learned from over a decade of side projects.

Along the way, you'll gain insights into open-source development, navigating software licenses, & the creative freedom that comes from transforming your passion into practical, shareable tools. Whether you're a data visualization enthusiast, a history buff, or a side project veteran, this talk will inspire you to bring your own networks to life.

Bio:

Benjamin Garvey is a data visualization engineer with experience at RJMetrics, Magento Commerce, Adobe, & Betterment. He is the co-founder & CTO of Common Paper, a Y Combinator-backed startup focused on simplifying the creation & management of business contracts.

He co-organizes the popular Philadelphia Data Visualization Meetup, a local group for professionals & enthusiasts in data visualization. In 2012, Benjamin developed the Bulldog Budget, a tool for analyzing Philadelphias general fund budget during Brett Mandels campaign for city controller.

Benjamin also shares his projects & ideas on his blog, PlotDevice.

Upcoming Events:

Save Monday, May 19, for a program with Dr. Matthias Schonlau of the University of Waterloo speaking.

Schedule

- Doors & refreshments open @ 5:45

- Main presentation @ 6:30

- The space will be available for informal demos & chatting until 8.

Etiquette

- We are committed to providing a safe & welcoming learning space for all attendees. Attendees are expected to follow the Code of Conduct.

Space & refreshments are provided by Datadog, the security & cloud monitoring platform.