Encounters with CAQDAS: Advice for Beginner Users of Computer Software for Qualitative Research

We intend this article to be predominantly for researchers who would like use software of the CAQDAS family in their research projects. Our experience as and instructors shows that introduction into analytic process often poses a challenge. This is true both novice more seasoned with entrenched habits conducting traditional manner. The literature available provides few answers questions preoccupying inexperienced users; our aim close gap by providing useful information. discerned major problem areas scholars are just setting off on journey CAQDAS. tackle these issues replies key questions: Is me? How can I effectively search identify suitable program? What should bear mind when using CAQDAS? By pitting benefits against limitations implementation, we address expectations research.