Are you struggling with turning data into insights? Always relying on the faithful pie chart? If you want to learn 40+ different ways to visualize data and how to design them for success, this is the book for you.
Data is the new oil. Data is essential for companies to predict trends, identify opportunities and be two steps ahead of the competition by providing them with important insights before they happen.
But all this data would render useless without something called data visualization, the ability to turn raw information into meaningful insights. Mastering this skill will undoubtedly lead to better and faster business decisions.
Whether you're a data scientist working in tech, transforming consumer behavior into valuable information, a product manager looking to enhance user experience, or brand new to the industry wondering where to start, data visualization is key.
But, To unlock the door to successful data visualizations, you'll need to learn a few things, such as
How people process information
The fundamentals of data visualization
Over 40+ charts, so your tool belt is full
A comprehensive design guide
How to redesign a visual from bland to stunning
And so much moreā¦.
Luckily all of these things are covered in Beginners Guide to Data Visualization
No matter what industry you work in, there is always a need for better forecasting and understanding of a company's data. Those who develop data visualization skills will play a key role in an organization's growth and will lead the charge, carving a better path forward for company success.
Author(s): Clarke, Elizabeth
Year: 2022
Language: English
Commentary: Beginners Guide to Data Visualization, How to Understand, Design, and Optimize Over 40 Different Charts
Pages: 216
Tags: Beginners Guide to Data Visualization, How to Understand, Design, and Optimize Over 40 Different Charts
Introduction
1. Fundamentals of Data Visualization
Visual Processing
Visual Variables
Principles for Effective Visualizations
Four Basic Principles to Follow
2. Change Over Time
Line Charts
Fan Charts
Slope Charts
Area Charts
Connected Scatterplot
Gantt Chart
3. Comparison
Bar Graphs
Diverging Bar
Bubble Chart
Waterfall Chart
Sankey Diagram
Marimekko Chart
Bullet Chart
Dumbbell Plots
4. Distribution
Histogram
Dot Plot
Ridgeline Plot
Box Plot
Candlestick Plot
Violin Plot
Population Pyramid
Strip Plot
Beeswarm Plot
5. Part-to-whole
Pie Chart
Tree Map
Sunburst Chart
Nightingale Rose Chart
6. Relationship
Scatter Plot
Radar Chart
Chord Diagram
Network Diagram
Tree Diagram
Parallel coordinates plot
7. Geographical
Choropleth
Proportional Symbol Map
Flow Map
Radial Flow Maps
Network Flow Maps
Distributive Flow Maps
8. Tables and Pictograms
Tables - When and How to Use Them
All About Pictograms
Infographics
9. Fundamentals of Design
7 Principles for Transforming Data into Stunning, Informative Visuals
Optimizing Chart Elements
A Guide to Color
A Guide to Using Color Palettes on Different Types of Charts
10. Chart Redesigns
Conclusion
Appendix - Tools for Data Visualization
References