Dedoose is a web-based application designed for qualitative and mixed methods research. It supports various types of data, including text, audio, video, images, and survey data. The platform is known for its collaborative features, allowing multiple users to work on the same project in real-time. Dedoose offers a range of data visualization tools, such as charts, tables, and plots, which help researchers analyze and present their findings effectively. The platform also includes features for coding, memoing, and inter-rater reliability testing. Dedoose is cloud-based, ensuring accessibility from any internet-connected device and eliminating the need for IT support.
Dedoose was founded in 2006 by Eli Lieber and Thomas S. Weisner, both of whom are academics from UCLA. The platform evolved from an earlier tool called EthnoNotes, which was developed to address the challenges of managing and analyzing mixed methods research data. Over the years, Dedoose has grown significantly, expanding its user base to over 120 countries and 20,000 sites.
Dedoose has not raised any external funding rounds and operates as a privately held company. The platform's development and growth have been primarily driven by its founders and revenue from its subscription-based model.
Dedoose offers a comprehensive set of features for qualitative and mixed methods research, including:
The platform continues to expand its features and capabilities through regular updates and enhancements
Recent updates to Dedoose have included improvements to the codebook design, mass merging and deleting of codes, and enhanced visibility of code details. The platform also introduced new charts and data visualization options in its latest version.
Dedoose is driven by a mission to support research that contributes to the development of knowledge. The company values collaboration, innovation, and user-friendliness, aiming to provide a platform that is both powerful and easy to use. The founders, Eli Lieber and Thomas S. Weisner, bring extensive experience in social science research and a commitment to improving research methodologies.
Dedoose has a diverse user base that spans over 120 countries and includes more than 50,000 users. The platform is used by researchers in various fields, including psychology, sociology, education, and medical research. Dedoose's community benefits from extensive support resources, including user guides, tutorials, webinars, and customer support.
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