DATA GEM: How to Extract Data from the Census API
DATA GEM: How to Extract Data from the Census API
Description
Key demographic, socio-economic and housing statistics are more accessible than ever before. Learn how to use the Census application programming interface (API) that allows developers and other data users to extract data to design web and mobile apps to explore or learn more about America's changing population and economy.
Data Gem Materials
Data Gems
A series of "how-to" videos available for data users who are looking for an easy and quick way to enhance their knowledge of Census data.
They will introduce you to various concepts and techniques to improve your ability to navigate our website and use our data-access tools.
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