This is a forum for designers, consumers and fans of data visualization and infographics. We will: -- Discuss platforms, techniques and trends -- Examine great work in the field -- Explore different dataviz applications Meetups will occasionally be somewhat technical.  Expect to see events focused on R, Tableau, Many Eyes, Processing, Instant Atlas, Public Data, Chart Junk, Chart Wars and the Sensor Revolution. Meetup Suggestions encouraged! Hashtag = #NYVIZ

Data Visualization New York is the largest offline community of data visualization professionals in the world. We gather designers, statisticians, analysts, programmers, mathematicians, data architects, start-up execs, content specialists, and all kinds of other amazing people from across the industry. We explore the full range of possibilities for how to convert raw data into visible, shareable insights.

The first chapter of Leaders in Software and Art was founded in New York in 2009 as a networking group for cutting-edge artists who use technology to create museum-quality pieces. Meetups feature artist speakers showcasing their work and are attended by people fascinated by the field, such as curators, collectors, engineers and programmers, and of course other tech artists. What began with software art presentations has grown to include data visualization, sculpture made using LEDs, microprocess …