Open AccessCurrent Issues in Qualitative Data Analysis Software (QDAS): A User and Developer Perspective
Author(s) -
Jeanine Evers
Publication year - 2018
Publication title -
the qualitative report
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2160-3715
DOI - 10.46743/2160-3715/2018.3205
Subject(s) - perspective (graphical) , computer science , software , qualitative research , data science , world wide web , software engineering , artificial intelligence , sociology , social science , programming language
This paper describes recent issues and developments in Qualitative Data Analysis Software (QDAS) as presented in the opening plenary at the KWALON 2016 conference. From a user perspective, it reflects current features and functionality, including the use of artificial intelligence and machine learning; implications of the cloud; user friendliness; the role of digital archives; and the development of a common exchange format. This user perspective is complemented with the views of software developers who took part in the “Rotterdam Exchange Format Initiative,” an outcome of the conference.