California Forward
One thriving startup founder talks about how civic data can be an economic opportunity and a way to get citizens more engaged with government
read moreOpen Data advocates know government can’t always run like a business but could learn how to be more agile when solving problems.
read moreData experts from around the state gathered in Fresno to discuss how Open Data can benefit the Central Valley on issues including public health, economic development and financial stewardship.
read moreAbhi Nemani on how governments can create value from open data and go beyond transparency
read moreLeading the charge for CA Fwd in this area is Robb Korinke, who answered a few questions about the strides taken in 2014 and why next year holds the promise of being the best yet.
read moreThat was one of many topics asked and answered this week in Long Beach at the latest California Forward and Code for America co-sponsored Regional Data Forums.
read moreAs tech experts gather to kick off the first regional open data event on Wednesday in Long Beach, we hear from last year’s attendee Yo Yoshida on why he founded his company and why open data as a movement is important
read moreWhile California has some of the most robust disclosure laws in the nation, the state has not always used information technology to convert disclosure into genuine transparency.
read moreBITA has passed, but what are the next steps toward ensuring its success? And what are Californians looking for in this new Legislative session?
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