Joe Yerardi

About

I'm a journalist specializing in computer-assisted reporting, data visualization and news app development. I currently work as a data reporter/news developer at The Philadelphia Inquirer. Previously, I held data journalism positions at NerdWallet and the Center for Public Integrity in Washington, DC, at inewsource in San Diego, CA and at the San Antonio Express-News. Prior to that, I interned and freelanced at various news organizations as a writer, copy editor and database reporter. My work has been recognized with numerous awards, including a Gerald Loeb Award for Distinguished Business and Financial Journalism. My interests lie in investigative journalism, computer-assisted reporting and data visualization. Reporting Skills: - Advanced proficiency with data analysis languages (Python, R), spreadsheet software (Excel) and relational database programming languages (SQL) - Intermediate proficiency with computer-mapping (ESRI ArcGIS, Quantum GIS) and data visualization (Highcharts, Leaflet, Tableau) software, and version control systems (Git, GitHub) - Basic proficiency with statistical analysis software (PSPP, SPSS) and front-end development languages (CSS, HTML, JavaScript, jQuery) - Extensive experience acquiring and analyzing public data and records