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Learn D3.js - Second Edition

Master data visualization with D3.js v7 using modern web standards and real-world projects to build interactive charts, maps, and visual narratives Key Features Build dynamic, data-driven visualizations using D3.js v7 and ES2015+ Create bar, scatter, and network charts, geographic maps, and more Learn through step-by-step tutorials backed by hundreds of downloadable examples Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Book Description Learn D3.js, Second Edition, is a fully updated guide to building interactive, standards-compliant web visualizations using D3.js v7 and modern JavaScript. Whether you're a developer, designer, data journalist, or analyst, this book will help you master the core techniques for transforming data into compelling, meaningful visuals. Starting with fundamentals like selections, data binding, and SVG, the book progressively covers scales, axes, animations, hierarchical data, and geographical maps. Each chapter includes short examples and a full hands-on project with downloadable code you can run, modify, and use in your own work. This new edition introduces improved chapter structure, updated code samples using ES2015 standards, and better formatting for readability. There’s also a dedicated chapter that focuses on integrating D3 with modern frameworks like React and Vue, along with performance, accessibility, and deployment strategies. For those migrating from older versions of D3, a detailed appendix is included at the end. With thoughtful pedagogy and a practical approach, this book remains one of the most thorough and respected resources for learning D3.js and help you truly leverage data visualisation. What you will learn Bind data to DOM elements and apply transitions and styles Build bar, line, pie, scatter, tree, and network charts Create animated, interactive behaviours with zoom, drag, and tooltips Visualize hierarchical data, flows, and maps using D3 layouts and projections Use D3 with HTML5 Canvas for high-performance rendering Develop accessible and responsive D3 apps for all screen sizes Integrate D3 with frameworks like React and Vue Migrate older D3 codebases to version 7 Who this book is for This book is for web developers, data journalists, designers, analysts, and anyone who wants to create interactive, web-based data visualizations. A basic understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is recommended. No prior knowledge of SVG or D3 is required.

D3.js in Action, Third Edition

Create stunning web-based data visualizations with D3.js. This totally-revised new edition of D3.js in Action guides you from simple charts to powerful interactive graphics. Chapter-by-chapter you’ll assemble an impressive portfolio of visualizations—including intricate networks, maps, and even a complete customized visualization layout. Plus, you'll learn best practices for building interactive graphics, animations, and integrating your work into frontend development frameworks like React and Svelte. In D3.js in Action, Third Edition you will learn how to: Set up a local development environment for D3 Include D3 in web development projects, including Node-based web apps Select and append DOM elements Size and position elements on screen Assemble components and layouts into creative data visualizations D3.js in Action, Third Edition has been extensively revised for D3.js version 7, and modern best practices for web visualizations. Its brand new chapters dive into interactive visualizations, cover responsiveness for dataviz, and show you how you can improve accessibility. About the Technology With D3.js, you can create sophisticated infographics, charts, and interactive data visualizations using standard frontend tools like JavaScript, HTML, and CSS. Granting D3 its VIS Test of Time award, the IEEE credited this powerful library for bringing data visualization to the mainstream. You’ll be blown away by how beautiful your results can be! About the Book D3.js in Action, Third Edition is a roadmap for creating brilliant and beautiful visualizations with D3.js. Like a gentle mentor, it guides you from basic charts all the way to advanced interactive visualizations like networks and maps. You’ll learn to build graphics, create animations, and set up mobile-friendly responsiveness. Each chapter contains a complete data visualization project to put your new skills into action. What's Inside Fully revised for D3.js v7 Includes 12 complete projects Create data visualizations with SVG and canvas Combine D3 with React, Svelte, and Angular About the Reader For web developers with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript skills. About the Authors Elijah Meeks was a data visualization pioneer at Stanford and the first Senior Data Visualization Engineer at Netflix. Anne-Marie Dufour is a Data Visualization Engineer. The technical editor on this book was Jon Borgman. Quotes Guides readers through the intricate world of D3 with clarity and practical insight. Whether you’re a seasoned expert or just starting, this book will be invaluable. - Connor Rothschild, Data Visualization Engineer, Moksha Data Studio Amazing job of explaining the core concepts of D3 while providing all you need to learn other fundamental concepts. - Lindsey Poulter, Visualization Engineer, New York Mets A navigation tool to explore all possible paths in the world of D3. Clear schematics and nicely selected examples guide the readers through D3’s possibilities. - Matthias Stahl, Head Data & Visualizations, Der SPIEGEL

Pro D3.js: Use D3.js to Create Maintainable, Modular, and Testable Charts

Go beyond the basics of D3.js to create maintainable, modular, and testable charts and to package them into a library that can be distributed as open source software or kept for private use. This book will show you how to transform regular D3.js chart code into reusable and extendable modules.You know the basics of working with D3.js, but it's time to become a professional D3.js practitioner. This book is your launching pad to refactoring code, composing complex visualizations from small components, working as a team with other developers, and integrating charts with a Continuous Integration system. You'll begin by creating a production-ready chart using D3.js v5, ES2015, and a test-driven approach and then move on to using and extending Britecharts, the reusable charting library based on Reusable API patterns. Finally, you'll see how to use D3.js along with React to document and build your charts to compose a charting library you can release into the NPM repository. With Pro D3.js, you'll become an accomplished D3.js developer in no time. What You Will Learn Create v5 D3.js charts with ES2016 and unit tests Develop modular, testable and extensible code with the Reusable API pattern Work with and extend Britecharts, a reusable charting library created at Eventbrite Use Webpack and npm to create and publish a charting library from your own chart collections Write reference documentation and build a documentation homepage for your library. Who This Book Is For Data scientists, data visualization engineers, and frontend developers with a fundamental knowledge of D3.js and some experience with JavaScript, as well as data journalists and consultants.

Learn D3.js

Dive into the world of data visualization with 'Learn D3.js'. This comprehensive guide introduces D3.js-the leading JavaScript library for creating interactive, data-driven visualizations on the web. By following practical examples, you'll understand core concepts of D3.js, learn to implement various types of visualizations, and develop skills to bring dynamic, responsive graphics to your projects. What this Book will help me do Master the fundamentals of D3.js and use it to produce stunning web-based data visualizations. Bind data to the DOM using D3.js and configure interactive transitions and animations. Gain experience generating a multitude of chart types such as bar, pie, scatter charts, and more. Incorporate user interactivity into your visualizations using D3.js effectively. Work with map-based data visualizations using GIS data and various geographical projections. Author(s) Helder da Rocha is an experienced developer and educator with a passion for data visualization. With a solid background in JavaScript and web technologies, he has crafted this book to make the complexities of D3.js accessible and engaging. His approach emphasizes practical, hands-on learning, nurturing both new and seasoned developers alike. Who is it for? Are you a web developer, designer, or data scientist aiming to create interactive data visualizations for the web? If you have foundational knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, this book is your perfect guide. Whether you're dipping your toes into web-based charts or seeking to craft advanced interactive graphics, 'Learn D3.js' is tailored to empower your journey.

D3 for the Impatient

If you’re in a hurry to learn D3.js, the leading JavaScript library for web-based graphics and visualization, this book is for you. Written for technically savvy readers with a background in programming or data science, the book moves quickly, emphasizing unifying concepts and patterns. Anticipating common difficulties, author Philipp K. Janert teaches you how to apply D3 to your own problems. Assuming only a general programming background, but no previous experience with contemporary web development, this book explains supporting technologies such as SVG, HTML5, CSS, and the DOM as needed, making it a convenient one-stop resource for a technical audience. Understand D3 selections, the library’s fundamental organizing principle Learn how to create data-driven documents with data binding Create animated graphs and interactive user interfaces Draw figures with curves, shapes, and colors Use the built-in facilities for heatmaps, tree graphs, and networks Simplify your work by writing your own reusable components

Learn Chart.js

This book, 'Learn Chart.js', serves as a comprehensive guide to mastering Chart.js for creating stunning web-based data visualizations. By combining JavaScript, HTML5 Canvas, and Chart.js, you will understand how to turn raw data into interactive visual stories. What this Book will help me do Develop skills to create interactive and engaging data visualizations using the Chart.js library. Learn to efficiently load, parse, and handle data from external formats like CSV and JSON. Understand different chart types offered by Chart.js and learn when to best use each one. Gain the ability to customize Chart.js charts, such as adjusting properties for styling or animations. Acquire hands-on experience with practical examples, equipping you to apply what you learn in real-world scenarios. Author(s) Helder da Rocha brings his extensive experience in programming and software development to this book, offering readers a clear and practical approach to mastering Chart.js. With a deep understanding of data visualization and web technologies, he conveys complex concepts in a straightforward way. Who is it for? This book is ideal for web developers, data analysts, and designers who have basic proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. It is particularly suited for professionals looking to create impactful web-based data visualizations using open-source tools. Additionally, the book assumes no prior knowledge of the Canvas element, making it accessible for Chart.js beginners.

D3.js Quick Start Guide

D3.js Quick Start Guide is your go-to resource for mastering D3.js, a powerful JavaScript library for creating interactive visualizations in the browser. This book walks you through core concepts, from building scatter plots to creating force-directed graphs, helping you go from beginner to creating stunning visual data representations. What this Book will help me do Create interactive scatter plots showcasing data relationships. Implement bar graphs that dynamically update from API data. Design animated pie charts for visually appealing representations. Develop force-directed graphs to represent networked data. Leverage GeoJSON data for building informative interactive maps. Author(s) None Huntington is an experienced web developer with a clear knack for turning complex topics into understandable concepts. With expertise in data visualization and web technologies, Huntington explains technical subject matter in a friendly and approachable manner, ensuring learners grasp both theoretical and practical aspects effectively. Who is it for? This book is ideal for web developers and data enthusiasts eager to learn how to represent data via interactive visualizations using D3.js. If you have a basic understanding of JavaScript and are looking to enhance your web development skillset with dynamic visualization techniques, this guide is perfect for you. Through easy-to-follow examples, you'll get up to speed quickly and start building professional-looking visualizations right away. Whether you're a data scientist, interactive news developer, or just interested in bringing data to life, this book is your key to mastering D3.js.

D3.js in Action, Second Edition

D3.js in Action, Second Edition is completely revised and updated for D3 v4 and ES6. It's a practical tutorial for creating interactive graphics and data-driven applications using D3. About the Technology Visualizing complex data is hard. Visualizing complex data on the web is darn near impossible without D3.js. D3 is a JavaScript library that provides a simple but powerful data visualization API over HTML, CSS, and SVG. Start with a structure, dataset, or algorithm; mix in D3; and you can programmatically generate static, animated, or interactive images that scale to any screen or browser. It's easy, and after a little practice, you'll be blown away by how beautiful your results can be! About the Book D3.js in Action, Second Edition is a completely updated revision of Manning's bestselling guide to data visualization with D3. You'll explore dozens of real-world examples in full-color, including force and network diagrams, workflow illustrations, geospatial constructions, and more! Along the way, you'll pick up best practices for building interactive graphics, animations, and live data representations. You'll also step through a fully interactive application created with D3 and React. What's Inside Rich full-color diagrams and illustrations Updated for D3 v4 and ES6 Reusable layouts and components Geospatial data visualizations Mixed-mode rendering About the Reader Suitable for web developers with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript skills. No specialized data science skills required. About the Author Elijah Meeks is a senior data visualization engineer at Netflix. Quotes From basic to complex, this book gives you the tools to create beautiful data visualizations. - Claudio Rodriguez, Cox Media Group The best reference for one of the most useful DataViz tools. - Jonathan Rioux, TD Insurance From toy examples to techniques for real projects. Shows how all the pieces fit together. - Scott McKissock, USAID A clever way to immerse yourself in the D3.js world. - Felipe Vildoso Castillo, University of Chile

Learning D3.js 5 Mapping - Second Edition

This book, "Learning D3.js 5 Mapping", guides developers through the process of creating dynamic and interactive data visualizations. With a focus on D3.js, you'll learn to harness the power of JavaScript to create maps and graphical objects that inform and engage. What this Book will help me do Gain expertise in working with SVG geometric shapes to design compelling graphics. Learn techniques to manage, process, and use geographic data effectively. Master adding interactivity to visual maps to provide an immersive user experience. Understand how to optimize and manipulate geoJSON files using topoJSON. Learn to create varied map types, such as hexbins and globes, using D3.js and Canvas. Author(s) None Newton and Oscar Villarreal, among others, collaborated to author this guide. They are experienced in front-end development and data visualization, bringing a practical and hands-on approach to learning through this book. Their backgrounds ensure the book addresses common challenges faced during implementation, offering thoughtful solutions. Who is it for? "Learning D3.js 5 Mapping" is perfect for web developers familiar with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript who want to expand their expertise in data visualization and mapping. If you're looking to incorporate interactive charts or maps into your web applications, this book will provide practical guidance and solid fundamentals. No prior experience with D3.js is necessary.

Practical D3.js

Your indispensable guide to mastering the efficient use of D3.js in professional-standard data visualization projects. You will learn what data visualization is, how to work with it, and how to think like a D3.js expert, both practically and theoretically. Practical D3.js does not just show you how to use D3.js, it teaches you how to think like a data scientist and work with the data in the real world. In Part One, you will learn about theories behind data visualization. In Part Two, you will learn how to use D3.js to create the best charts and layouts. Uniquely, this book intertwines the technical details of D3.js with practical topics such as data journalism and the use of open government data. Written by leading data scientists Tarek Amr and Rayna Stamboliyska, this book is your guide to using D3.js in the real world -- add it to your library today. You Will Learn: How to think like a data scientist and present data in the best way What structure and design strategies you can use for compelling data visualization How to use data binding, animations and events, scales, and color pickers How to use shapes, path generators, arcs and polygons Who This Book is For: This book is for anyone who wants to learn to master the use of D3.js in a practical manner, while still learning the important theoretical aspects needed to enable them to work with their data in the best possible way.

Babylon.js Essentials

Embark on a journey to create stunning web-based 3D applications and games using Babylon.js, a powerful JavaScript framework. This essentials book takes you from the ground up, teaching the theory and practical applications of 3D development, with a particular focus on ease and accessibility. By the end of this guide, you'll possess the skills to design and implement dynamic 3D experiences. What this Book will help me do Gain a fundamental understanding of TypeScript and its advantages in large-scale projects like 3D engines. Master the foundational principles of 3D development with Babylon.js, emphasized through hands-on practice and clear theory. Learn to apply materials in Babylon.js, enabling you to alter and enrich the visual appeal of 3D objects. Incorporate collision physics and gameplay dynamics by understanding essential concepts like impostors in 3D simulations. Utilize advanced Babylon.js features, such as 3D audio spatialization and rendering post-process effects, to create immersive experiences. Author(s) None Moreau-Mathis, a software developer with significant experience, has worked on developing cutting-edge applications at companies like Microsoft. Their expertise in 3D development frameworks, particularly Babylon.js, has enabled them to break down complex technical concepts into approachable lessons. Moreau-Mathis combines a passion for sharing knowledge with years of hands-on experience to provide readers with practical and inspirational advice. Who is it for? This book is perfect for developers familiar with HTML5 and seeking to begin 3D Web application and game development using Babylon.js. Readers should have basic programming knowledge, such as in Object-Oriented Programming, and familiarity with web development concepts to grasp framework architecture effectively. Whether you are enhancing your web development toolkit or starting out with 3D, this book will help you achieve your aims.

D3.js in Action

D3.js in Action is a practical tutorial for creating interactive graphics and data-driven applications using D3.js. You'll start with in-depth explanations of D3's out-of-the-box layouts, along with dozens of practical use cases that align with different types of visualizations. Then, you'll explore practical techniques for content creation, animation, and representing dynamic data—including interactive graphics and data streamed live over the web. The final chapters show you how to use D3's rich interaction model as the foundation for a complete web application. In the end, you'll be ready to integrate D3.js into your web development process and transform any site into a more engaging and sophisticated user experience. About the Technology D3.js is a JavaScript library that allows data to be represented graphically on a web page. Because it uses the broadly supported SVG standard, D3 allows you to create scalable graphs for any modern browser. You start with a structure, dataset, or algorithm and programmatically generate static, interactive, or animated images that responsively scale to any screen. About the Book D3.js in Action introduces you to the most powerful web data visualization library available and shows you how to use it to build interactive graphics and data-driven applications. You'll start with dozens of practical use cases that align with different types of charts, networks, and maps using D3's out-of-the-box layouts. Then, you'll explore practical techniques for content design, animation, and representation of dynamic data—including interactive graphics and live streaming data. What's Inside Interacting with vector graphics Expressive data visualization Creating rich mapping applications Prepping your data Complete data-driven web apps in D3 About the Reader Readers need basic HTML, CSS, and JavaScript skills. No experience with D3 or SVG is required. About the Author Elijah Meeks is a senior data visualization engineer at Netflix. His D3.js portfolio includes work at Stanford University and with well-known companies worldwide. Quotes A mandatory introduction to a very complex and powerful library. - Stephen Wakely, Thomson Reuters Quickly gets you coding amazing visualizations. - Ntino Krampis, PhD, City University of New York A remarkable exploration of the world of dataviz possibilities with D3. - Arun Noronha, Directworks Inc. A must-have book. - Arif Shaikh, Sony Pictures Entertainment One of the most comprehensive books about data visualization I have ever read. - Andrea Mostosi, The Fool s.r.l.

Create Web Charts with D3

Create Web Charts with D3 shows how to convert your data into eye-catching, innovative, animated, and highly interactive browser-based charts. This book is suitable for developers of all experience levels and needs: if you want power and control and need to create data visualization beyond traditional charts, then D3 is the JavaScript library for you. By the end of the book, you will have a good knowledge of all the elements needed to manage data from every possible source, from high-end scientific instruments to Arduino boards, from PHP SQL databases queries to simple HTML tables, and from Matlab calculations to reports in Excel. This book contains content previously published in Beginning JavaScript Charts. Create all kinds of charts using the latest technologies available on browsers Full of step-by-step examples, Create Web Charts with D3 introduces you gradually to all aspects of chart development, from the data source to the choice of which solution to apply. This book provides a number of tools that can be the starting point for any project requiring graphical representations of data, whether using commercial libraries or your own

Getting Started with D3

Learn how to create beautiful, interactive, browser-based data visualizations with the D3 JavaScript library. This hands-on book shows you how to use a combination of JavaScript and SVG to build everything from simple bar charts to complex infographics. You’ll learn how to use basic D3 tools by building visualizations based on real data from the New York Metropolitan Transit Authority. Using historical tables, geographical information, and other data, you’ll graph bus breakdowns and accidents and the percentage of subway trains running on time, among other examples. By the end of the book, you’ll be prepared to build your own web-based data visualizations with D3. Join a dataset with elements of a webpage, and modify the elements based on the data Map data values onto pixels and colors with D3’s scale objects Apply axis and line generators to simplify aspects of building visualizations Create a simple UI that allows users to investigate and compare data Use D3 transitions in your UI to animate important aspects of the data Get an introduction to D3 layout tools for building more sophisticated visualizations If you can code and manipulate data, and know how to work with JavaScript and SVG, this book is for you.