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Visual Data Storytelling with Tableau, (4color)

Visual Data Storytelling with Tableau, (4color)

Author(s):
  • Lindy Ryan
  • Author: Lindy Ryan
    • ISBN:9789353063597
    • 10 Digit ISBN:9353063590
    • Price:Rs. 1055.00
    • Pages:272
    • Imprint:Pearson Education
    • Binding:Paperback
    • Status:Available


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    The modules in this book will go beyond the dashboard to communicate business-relevant implications of data analyses using the analytic, visualization, and storytelling capabilities of Tableau, the most popular visualization software in use by businesses world today. Each chapter will split focus between discussing key components of design practice and data visualization and introducing a format for representing information with step-by-step guides for using Tableau. By the end of this book, readers will not only understand how data stories differ from traditional storytelling and how to purposefully craft a compelling data story, but also how to employ the horsepower of Tableau to structure data analysis projects so that they can effectively analyze, visualize, and communicate insights in a way that is meaningful for stakeholders across a variety of communication mediums.

     

    Table of Content

    Chapter 1  Storytelling in a Digital Era
    Chapter 2  The Power of Visual Data Stories
    Chapter 3  Getting Started with Tableau 
    Chapter 4  Importance of Context in Storytelling
    Chapter 5  Choosing the Right Visual 
    Chapter 6  Curating Visuals for Your Audience
    Chapter 7  Preparing Data for Storytelling
    Chapter 8  Storyboarding Frame by Frame
    Chapter 9  Advanced Storytelling Charts
    Chapter 10  Closing Thoughts
     

    Salient Features

    The Tableau software does not come with the book, however Tableau for Teaching provides free one year licenses for students and for faculty (which can be renewed). Instructors can also register their classes for class licensing and be given access to sandbox working environments for their class to collaborate together. Details are explained in the book. The links to Tableau for Teaching are: