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As we move towards a world of things & entities, Google has used started using non linked based signals for ranking. In several case studies we will look at factors that determine relevance and develop a model how Google might use them to determine rank.


So what's it take to show up in the local pack anyway? In this session we'll dive into the data from thousands of business across the U.S. to see the factors that push a local business into the coveted and competitive local pack.


Google search operators are special characters and commands (sometimes called “advanced operators”) that extend the capabilities of regular text searches. Search operators can be useful for everything from content research to technical SEO audits. Learn more about them in this article.


Featured snippets (also known as “answer boxes”) are steadily appearing in the first organic SERP spot, providing big opportunities for SEOs able to snag them. Armed with the latest data and analysis, Rob Bucci will take you on a deep dive into the constantly evolving featured snippet and show you how to earn more for your site.


Google is getting better every day at understanding intent and natural language, and the path between typing a search and getting a result is getting more winding. How often are queries interpreted, and how do we do keyword research for search engines that are beginning to understand concepts?


We now know searcher behavior and continual testing via machine learning indeed affects Google rankings and algorithm refinements. Learn how to create local content to satisfy both Google and our human visitors.


In the past year, Google shook the local SEO world with the Pigeon update, rolled out an entirely new local pack, and has aggressively dabbled in local advertising. Dr. Pete covers the year in review, how it's impacted the local landscape, and what to expect in 2015.


Learn about RankBrain, semantic search, and their role in Google's search algorithm.


What is Google's Panda algorithm update, and what did it do to affect ranking and search visibility? How can you avoid "Panda penalties?" Learn in this article.