Program Overview

Introduction to the Family History Technology Workshop

The Family History Technology Workshop has been held for over 20 years, taking place at both Brigham Young University (BYU) and RootsTech in Salt Lake City. This workshop brings together researchers, software developers, and professionals who share a passion for improving family history technology.

About the Workshop

The workshop features research talks, developer presentations, and lightning talks. It encompasses a wide range of technologies that enhance family history, including:

• Handwriting recognition
• Automated record transcription
• Data modeling
• Machine learning
• Natural language processing
• Visualization
• Human interaction
• User experience

Copyright and Usage

Papers and presentations presented at the workshop are copyright by their authors. Participants may print or copy these materials for personal, non-commercial use. For any other uses, it is necessary to contact the authors directly.

History and Scope

The workshop has a long history, with archives dating back to 2001. It has been held annually, with a consistent focus on advancing the field of family history technology. The scope of the workshop is broad, covering any technology that improves family history research and applications.