NVivo is software that supports qualitative and mixed methods analysis of textual and audiovisual data sources. You can use it to:
- Organize and code multiple data sources in one project file.
- Assign attributes to data and compare them.
- Interpret, query, and visualize data.
To learn more about NVivo email the Research Data & Digital Scholarship department.
Penn community members have access to NVivo 14 for Windows through all Penn Libraries' public computing stations and the Libraries Virtual Lab. You must first register for access to Virtual Lab. Once you have received confirmation, you can access NVivo for Windows through the lab. DO NOT save any projects or documents on the virtual lab interface, as the storage is temporary. Using the desktop version of the software, you can map the desktop version of our Virtual Lab to your computer's hard drive and save your files on your hard drive. Always save your project file at least every 15 minutes.
Contact Lynda if you need assistance with this.
For general information about Qualitative Data Software and Methods, please see our research guide for Qualitative Data Analysis.