Combines Multiple Perspectives:
Uses different data sources:
- Instagram images
- Google Maps / Street View
- Economic + activity data
Each one shows a different part of city life:
- Social media → what people choose to show
- Maps → where things are happening
- Economic data → background of the area
When combined, they show how culture, behavior, and location connect
This reveals patterns that wouldn’t be visible using just one data set
Research Support:
This research is supported by the study On Broadway: Studying Culture through Data by Lev Manovich and his team
The article explains how combining datasets like social media, maps, and economic data helps reveal patterns in city life.
Best Practice Assessment:
- This follows a strong DH practice by not relying on one source
- Multiple datasets for more accurate and complete analysis
- Helps avoid bias from only showing one perspective
- Makes the project more trustworthy and meaningful
- Shows a deeper understanding of how cities actually function