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  "id": "1993-february-micar-boot-camp-seminar",
  "slug": "1993-february-micar-boot-camp-seminar",
  "url": "https://dwillis.github.io/uplink/article/1993-february-micar-boot-camp-seminar.html",
  "year": 1993,
  "month": "February",
  "monthNum": 2,
  "headline": "MICAR boot camp seminar",
  "kicker": "Bits, bytes and nibbles",
  "author_name": "",
  "author_title": "",
  "affiliation": "MICAR",
  "summary": "MICAR is offering a week-long intensive boot camp seminar from May 23-28 teaching journalists how to download and analyze data from magnetic tape using hands-on training in database management and SQL. The course covers magnetic tape storage, relational databases, data validation, and electronic records law, with class size limited to 12 students.",
  "keywords": [
    "seminar",
    "journalism",
    "database"
  ],
  "topics": [
    "Journalism & Newsroom",
    "Investigative Methods",
    "Technology"
  ],
  "technologies": [
    "9-track tape",
    "SQL",
    "DOS"
  ],
  "full_text": "MICAR will hold a week-long seminar in computer-assisted reporting May 23-28. This is the famous MICAR \"boot camp\" in which students learn the process of downloading and analyzing data stored on nine-track magnetic tape through hands-on training. Seminar topics include: the facts behind magnetic tape storage, relational database theory, Structured Query Language, testing for data validity and the law regarding electronic records. Students return to their newsrooms ready to apply what they've learned and begin producing stories. Extensive computer knowledge isn't required. The first day of class includes computer basics and getting around in DOS. But because of the grueling pace, only the highly motivated are encouraged to attend. Class size is limited to 12 to ensure individualized attention. Cost varies according to circulation size or market share. For more information, contact MICAR, 120 Neff Hall, Columbia, Mo., 65211, (314) 882-0684.",
  "provenance": {
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    "extracted_at": "2026-07-05",
    "verified": true
  },
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