Visual Analytics for Dashboards : A Step-by-Step Guide to Principles and Practical Techniques / by Arshad Khan.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Khan, Arshad.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Quantitative research.

Data Analysis and Big Data.

Local Subjects:

Data Analysis and Big Data.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (188 pages)

Edition:

1st ed. 2024.

Place of Publication:

Berkeley, CA : Apress : Imprint: Apress, 2024.

Summary:

This book covers the key principles, best practices, and practical techniques for designing and implementing visually compelling dashboards. It explores the various stages of the dashboard development process, from understanding user needs and defining goals, to selecting appropriate visual encodings, designing effective layouts, and employing interactive elements. It also addresses the critical aspect of data storytelling, examining how narratives and context can be woven into dashboards to deliver impactful insights and engage audiences. Visual Analytics for Dashboards is designed to cater to a wide range of readers, from beginners looking to grasp the fundamentals of visual analytics, to seasoned professionals seeking to enhance their dashboard design skills. For different types of readers, such as a data analyst, BI professional, data scientist, or simply someone interested in data visualization, this book aims to equip them with the knowledge and tools necessary to create impactful dashboards. What you’ll learn The principles of data visualization How to create effective dashboards Meet all the requirements for visual analytics/data visualization/dashboard courses Deepen understanding of data presentation and analysis How to use different kinds of tools for data analysis, such as scorecards and key performance indicators .

Contents:

Chapter 1: Dashboards

Chapter 2: Scorecards

Chapter 3: Key performance indicators

Chapter 4: Dashboard requirements

Chapter 5: Dashboard design

Chapter 6: Data visualization

Chapter 7: Visualization principles

Chapter 8: Visual communication

Chapter 9: Understanding and using charts

Chapter 10: Selecting charts

Chapter 11: Best Practices and Tips.

Notes:

Description based upon print version of record.

Data Requirements

Other Format:

Print version: Khan, Arshad Visual Analytics for Dashboards

ISBN:

9798868801198

OCLC:

1436831447