Have you ever wanted to transform your data analysis in R into interactive, web-based dashboards and applications? "Learning Shiny" is your guide to mastering R's Shiny framework to create dynamic, visual, and engaging web applications. With its step-by-step approach, this book enables you to harness Shiny's features effectively. What this Book will help me do Understand the core principles of R and data processing using tools like apply and lapply, empowering you to handle data programmatically. Learn the Shiny framework fundamentals, including structuring an interactive application using UI and server scripts. Create stunning visualizations and dashboards using libraries like ggplot2 and integrate Shiny seamlessly. Deploy and host Shiny web applications on Linux servers for effective sharing and collaboration. Enhance your applications with JavaScript integrations, using tools like D3.js, for advanced customization. Author(s) Hernan Resnizky is a renowned data scientist and educator with extensive experience in R programming and Shiny application development. Known for his clear teaching style, he has guided numerous professionals in using R for real-world applications. His practical approach ensures readers not only learn techniques but understand how to apply them effectively. Who is it for? "Learning Shiny" is ideal for data scientists looking to showcase their work through interactive web apps and visualizations, and for web developers curious about leveraging the Shiny framework in R. Beginners as well as those with some R experience will find tailored guidance to suit their level. If you aim to expand your toolkit with web-focused R capabilities, this book is for you.

The book takes a hands-on approach to developing dashboards, from instructing users on advanced Excel techniques to addressing dashboard pitfalls common in the real world. Dashboards for Excel is your key to creating informative, actionable, and interactive dashboards and decision support systems. Throughout the book, the reader is challenged to think about Excel and data analytics differently—that is, to think outside the cell. This book shows you how to create dashboards in Excel quickly and effectively. In this book, you learn how to: Apply data visualization principles for more effective dashboards Employ dynamic charts and tables to create dashboards that are constantly up-to-date and providing fresh information Use understated yet powerful formulas for Excel development Apply advanced Excel techniques mixing formulas and Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) to create interactive dashboards Create dynamic systems for decision support in your organization Avoid common problems in Excel development and dashboard creation Get started with the Excel data model, PowerPivot, and Power Query

Mastering Matplotlib provides readers with the tools to not just create visualizations but to fully harness the capabilities of the Matplotlib library. You will explore advanced features, work on interactive visualizations, and learn to optimize plots for various platforms and datasets. By the end, you will be adept at using Matplotlib in complex projects involving data analysis and visualization. What this Book will help me do Understand the architecture and internals of Matplotlib to better utilize and extend its features. Develop visually dynamic and interactive plots that update in real-time with changes in the user interface. Leverage third-party libraries to visualize complex datasets and relationships efficiently. Create tailored styling for visualizations, meeting publication and presentation standards. Deploy and integrate Matplotlib-based visualizations into cloud environments and big data workflows seamlessly. Author(s) Duncan M. McGreggor is a seasoned software engineer with years of hands-on experience in data visualization and scientific computing. He specializes in utilizing Matplotlib for dynamic charting and advanced plotting use cases. His approach to writing focuses on empowering readers to apply and integrate visualization solutions in real-world scenarios. Who is it for? This book is ideal for scientists, software engineers, programmers, and students who have a foundational understanding of Matplotlib and are looking to take their skills to an advanced level. If you're aiming to leverage Matplotlib to handle intricate datasets or to create sophisticated visual representations, this book is for you. It caters to learners seeking practical guidance for professional or academic projects. Expand your visualization toolkit with this insightful guide.

"ggplot2 Essentials" takes you on a journey to mastering data visualization in R. Through this book, you will explore the full capabilities of the ggplot2 package and how it employs the principles of the grammar of graphics to create meaningful and visually appealing graphs. By reading this book, you will gain practical skills to produce stunning plots for your data analysis projects. What this Book will help me do Understand the core concepts of the grammar of graphics and how ggplot2 implements them. Learn to create a variety of plots using the ggplot2's basic and advanced functionalities. Master techniques for customizing plots, including aesthetics and graphical details. Become proficient in exporting plots in diverse formats and creating publication-ready graphs. Incorporate mapping and overlays into your plots, expanding the frontiers of ggplot2 capabilities. Author(s) Donato Teutonico is an experienced data analyst and programmer with a strong background in R and data visualization. With years of expertise, Donato specializes in creating clear, actionable tutorials for users of statistical software. His approach to teaching emphasizes practical, hands-on examples tailored to empower learners with practical plotting skills. Who is it for? This book is ideal for R programmers who want to harness the power of ggplot2 for data visualization. If you are already familiar with R and want to create more sophisticated and customizable graphics, this resource will enhance your skills. It is suited for intermediate R users aiming to discover ggplot2's features and create polished visual representations of their data. Advanced beginners passionate about data visualization will also appreciate the clear explanations and practical examples.

Learning Tableau is your guide to mastering Tableau 9.0 for building impactful data visualizations and creating interactive, insightful dashboards. Whether you're beginning your data visualization journey or seek to refine your skills, this book provides a comprehensive approach to unlocking the potential of your data. What this Book will help me do Understand how to create basic and advanced visualizations for effective data representation. Learn techniques to enhance data analysis through custom calculations and interactive features. Gain skills to integrate and analyze data from multiple sources using Tableau's blending and joining features. Master the art of designing and formatting visually appealing dashboards to tell compelling data stories. Explore advanced Tableau functionalities like LOD calculations and sheet swapping to improve analytical insights. Author(s) Joshua N. Milligan is a seasoned data professional with a wealth of experience in Tableau. As a Tableau Zen Master, he combines his practical expertise and in-depth knowledge to craft a beginner-friendly guide for professionals looking to grasp Tableau's features effectively. His approachable and engaging writing style makes complex concepts accessible. Who is it for? This book is ideal for professionals and enthusiasts aiming to develop their skills in data visualization and Tableau. It's suitable for individuals with basic knowledge of data or databases, but no prior Tableau experience is necessary. Whether you're a data analyst, business professional, or IT specialist, this book will help you communicate data insights clearly. Readers will achieve a comprehensive understanding of Tableau 9.0's capabilities to create valuable outcomes.

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.

Mastering Gephi Network Visualization is your comprehensive guide to creating sophisticated network graphs with Gephi. Within these pages, you'll learn how to analyze and interpret network data effectively, employing advanced techniques to uncover patterns and insights. This book is perfect for turning complex datasets into visually stunning and informative graphs. What this Book will help me do Effectively use Gephi to create and refine network visualizations. Choose appropriate layouts and filters for your network data, improving clarity. Analyze network statistics to uncover meaningful patterns and relationships. Segregate a network into components for targeted data analysis. Export and present your visualizations effectively for reports and presentations. Author(s) The authors of Mastering Gephi Network Visualization are experts in data visualization and network analysis. With years of experience using Gephi in practical applications, they bring a wealth of knowledge to the topic. Their teaching methodology emphasizes clarity and hands-on application, ensuring readers can apply the concepts easily and effectively. Who is it for? This book is ideal for analysts, data scientists, and researchers who work with network data and wish to visualize it effectively. Prior experience with Gephi is helpful but not necessary, as all concepts are introduced step-by-step. Readers with any level of expertise in network visualization will find this book informative. If you're looking to produce engaging network graphs for data analysis, this is the right book for you.

In this fast-paced 100-page guide, you’ll learn to load, display and interact with dynamic, data-powered Visio diagrams in SharePoint 2013 or Office 365. Visio Services Quick Guide gives you the tools to build anything from a simple project workflow to an organizational infrastructure diagram, powered by real data from SharePoint or SQL Server. Colleagues can load your diagrams entirely in the browser, meaning that a single Visio client installation is enough to get started. Readers with JavaScript experience will also find out how to get additional control over Visio diagrams using the JavaScript mashup API, and how to build a custom data provider. The final chapter covers some useful information on administering Visio Services. Get started bringing your Visio diagrams to life with the Visio Services Quick Guide.

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

Go beyond spreadsheets and tables and design a data presentation that really makes an impact. This practical guide shows you how to use Tableau Software to convert raw data into compelling data visualizations that provide insight or allow viewers to explore the data for themselves. Ideal for analysts, engineers, marketers, journalists, and researchers, this book describes the principles of communicating data and takes you on an in-depth tour of common visualization methods. You’ll learn how to craft articulate and creative data visualizations with Tableau Desktop 8.1 and Tableau Public 8.1. Present comparisons of how much and how many Use blended data sources to create ratios and rates Create charts to depict proportions and percentages Visualize measures of mean, median, and mode Lean how to deal with variation and uncertainty Communicate multiple quantities in the same view Show how quantities and events change over time Use maps to communicate positional data Build dashboards to combine several visualizations

Your plain-English guide to understanding and using technical chart patterns Chart pattern analysis is not only one of the most important investing tools, but also one of the most popular. Filled with expert insights and practical advice from one of the best in the business, Getting Started in Chart Patterns, Second Edition helps new and seasoned traders alike profit by tracking and identifying specific chart patterns. Substantially revised and expanded, this new edition stay true to the original, with author Thomas Bulkowski's frank discussion of how trading behavior can affect the bottom line. Interwoven throughout the technical presentations are fascinating anecdotes drawn from the author's quarter-century as a professional trader that vividly demonstrate how one of the best in the business leverages the power of chart patterns. Includes additional charts for ETFs and mutual funds Introduces more than 40 key chart formations, as well as trading tactics that can be used in conjunction with them Supplies actual trades, with their corresponding dollar amounts If you're looking to gain a better understanding of this discipline, look no further than the Second Edition of Getting Started in Chart Patterns.

Create dynamic dashboards and put your data on display with For Dummies No matter what business you're in, reports have become a staple of the workplace, but what good is a report if no reads it, or even worse, understands it? This all new edition of Excel Dashboards & Reports For Dummies is here to help you make meaning of all your data and turn it into clear and actionable visualizations. Fully updated for the latest business intelligence and spreadsheet tools in Excel 2013, this book shows you how to analyze large amounts of data, quickly slice data into various views on the fly, automate redundant reporting, create eye-catching visualizations, and more. Helps you move beyond reporting data with simple tables, rows, and columns to designing high-impact reports, dashboards, and visuals Walks you through a wide array of technical and analytical concepts to give you the background you need to select the right tool for interpreting and displaying data Covers how to build a chart, work with pivot tables, group and bucket your data, represent trends, create What-If analyses, and increase the value of your reports Excel Dashboards & Reports For Dummies, 2nd Edition is the business analysis tool you need to transform your raw data into a powerful and effective presentation that is accessible to everyone.

The "matplotlib Plotting Cookbook" equips you with the skills to create impactful scientific visualizations using Python's matplotlib library. Through a series of concise recipes, this book covers everything from basic plotting to advanced techniques, ensuring you can create impressive graphics for your data. What this Book will help me do Learn to produce standard 2D plots like line, bar, and scatter plots. Master advanced plotting techniques such as 3D plotting and data overlays. Enhance plots with detailed annotations, rich legends, and labeling. Understand the use of colors, styles, and scales to maximize readability. Use matplotlib to generate plots programmatically or integrate with applications. Author(s) Alexandre Devert, the author of the "matplotlib Plotting Cookbook," is an experienced data scientist with a strong foundation in Python and data visualization techniques. Alexandre has worked extensively in the field of data analysis, and his expertise is reflected in the practical examples and hands-on guidance provided throughout this book. He takes a learner-focused approach to presenting technical topics in an accessible way. Who is it for? This book is designed for Python developers, data scientists, and researchers who need to create clear, professional-quality visualizations. If you are at a beginner or intermediate level in using matplotlib or visualization libraries, this book will empower you with essential plotting skills. Readers looking to save time while producing meaningful insights through data visualizations will find this book valuable. It is suitable for those aiming to improve their data representation skills for presentations or publications.

Over the last decade Lean and Six Sigma methods and tools have helped organizations improve to historic productivity levels with the data driven, systematic elimination of waste and improvement of flow. Today many organizations have enjoyed the benefits of Lean and Six sigma initiatives, and are looking more to sustain the gains, and aggressively drive a systematic and on-going approach to improvement and problem solving. The concept of diminishing returns applies here, when in the early stages, organizations were able to find "low-hanging fruit" and to quickly make significant improvements. Now the easy work is done, and organizations need a simple yet systematic approach to continuing their continuous improvement efforts. Operations and supply chain leaders will benefit from this book by developing a clear understanding of why and how metric scorecards and dashboards can be used as a powerful data driven improvement tool. This book illustrates visual management, scorecards, and dashboards for a full range of organizations, and focuses on Operations and Supply Chain Management areas. By covering these tools in these environments in a story book format, organization leaders can begin to understand how these methods and tools can be applied in their organizations.

Tired of boring spreadsheets and data overload from confusing graphs? Master the art of visualization with Rapid Graphs with Tableau 8! Tableau insiders Stephen and Eileen McDaniel expertly provide a hands-on case study approach and more than 225 illustrations that will teach you how to quickly explore and understand your data to make informed decisions in a wide variety of real-world situations. Rapid Graphs with Tableau 8 includes best practices of visual analytics for ideas on how to communicate your findings with audience-friendly graphs, tables and maps. "A picture is worth a thousand words" is a common saying that is more relevant today than ever as data volumes grow and the need for easy access to answers becomes more critical. This book covers the core of Tableau capabilities in easy-to-follow examples, updated and expanded for Version 8. Learn how to be successful with Tableau from the team that started the original training program as the founding Tableau Education Partner! "A must read for anyone interested in Tableau. Clear explanations, practical advice and beautiful examples!" Elissa Fink – Chief Marketing Officer, Tableau Software What you'll learn Connect to and review data visually Create insightful maps and take advantage of view shifting Understand the types of views available in Tableau Take advantage of the powerful Marks card and much more Who this book is for Rapid Graphs with Tableau 8 is a great resource for those new to Tableau, and also contains useful tips and tricks for advanced users as well.

This book, "Microsoft Visio 2013 Business Process Diagramming and Validation," is your comprehensive guide to leveraging the features of Microsoft Visio 2013 Professional for creating and validating structured diagrams. Through practical tutorials and code examples, it helps you master process diagramming and validation techniques for a range of business needs. What this Book will help me do Understand and utilize structured diagram functionality including basic and cross-functional flowcharts. Develop and apply custom validation rules to ensure diagram correctness and compliance using Visio 2013. Create and use advanced tools such as the Rules Tools add-on to enhance diagram validation. Learn to integrate Visio with platforms like SharePoint 2013 and Office365. Gain technical skills to build, publish, and share Visio templates and rule sets. Author(s) The authors of this book bring rich technical expertise in Microsoft Visio and business process management. They have extensive experience developing user-focused tutorials and tools, ensuring you gain both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. Their accessible writing makes complex topics approachable for a variety of learners. Who is it for? This book is for Microsoft Visio 2013 Professional Edition users who want to advance their skills in diagramming and validation. It's ideal for professionals who seek to improve diagram compliance and efficiency, including developers, analysts, and project managers. If you're already familiar with Visio basics, this book will take your skills to the next level by introducing advanced techniques for automation and standardization.

In Mind Maps for Business, Tony Buzan, the world’s leading author on Mind Mapping, together with Chris Griffiths, co-founder and CEO of Buzan Online Ltd, will show you how to apply Mind Maps to any business challenge or goal – from project management and selling, right through to leadership strategies.

Mondrian in Action teaches business users and developers how to use Mondrian and related tools for strategic business analysis. You'll learn how to design and populate a data warehouse and present the data via a multidimensional model. You'll follow examples showing how to create a Mondrian schema and then expand it to add basic security based on the users' roles. About the Technology Mondrian is an open source, lightning-fast data analysis engine designed to help you explore your business data and perform speed-of-thought analysis. Mondrian can be integrated into a wide variety of business analysis applications and learning it requires no specialized technical knowledge. About the Book Mondrian in Action teaches you to use Mondrian for strategic business analysis. In it, you'll learn how to organize and present data in a multidimensional manner. You'll follow apt and thoroughly explained examples showing how to create a Mondrian schema and then expand it to add basic security based on users' roles. Developers will discover how to integrate Mondrian using its olap4j Java API and web service calls via XML for Analysis. What's Inside Mondrian from the ground up -- no experience required A primer on business analytics Using Mondrian with a variety of leading applications Optimizing and restricting business data for fast, secure analysis About the Reader Written for developers building data analysis solutions. Appropriate for tech-savvy business users and DBAs needing to query and report on data. About the Authors William D. Back is an Enterprise Architect and Director of Pentaho Services. Nicholas Goodman is a Business Intelligence pro who has authored training courses on OLAP and Mondrian. Julian Hyde founded Mondrian and is the project's lead developer. Quotes A wonderful introduction to Business Intelligence and Analytics. - Lorenzo De Leon, Authentify, Inc. A great overview of the Mondrian engine that guided me through all the technical details. - Alexander Helf, veenion GmbH A significant complement to the online documentation, and an excellent introduction to how to think about designing a data warehouse. - Mark Newman, Heads Up Analytics Comprehensive ... highly recommended. - Najib Coutya, IMD Group

Present a unified view of complex BI using the entire Tableau 8 toolkit Create and distribute dynamic, feature-rich data visualizations and highly interactive BI dashboards—quickly and easily! Tableau 8: The Official Guide provides the hands-on instruction and best practices you need to meet your business intelligence objectives and drive better decision making. Discover how to work from the Tableau GUI, load BI from disparate sources, drag and drop to analyze data, set up custom visualizations, and build robust dashboards. This practical guide shows you, step by step, how to design and publish meaningful business communications to end users across your enterprise. Navigate the Tableau user interface and data window Connect to spreadsheets, databases, and other sources Select data fields and drag them to desired screen locations Work with pre-defined visualizations and sample workbooks Display background maps and perform geographic analysis Add calculated fields, graphs, charts, tables, and statistics Combine multiple data sources into real-time dashboards Export your visualizations to the Web or in various file formats Electronic content includes: Videos that demonstrate the techniques presented in the book Sample Tableau workbooks

Make the most of Visio 2013– without becoming a technical expert! This book is the fastest way to master Visio and use it to build powerful, useful diagrams, org charts, and flowcharts of all kinds! Even if you’ve never used Visio before, you’ll learn how to do what you want, one incredibly clear and easy step at a time. Visio has never, ever been this simple! Who knew how simple Visio 2013 could be? This is the easiest, most practical beginner’s guide to using Microsoft Visio 2013...simple, reliable instructions for doing everything you really want to do! Here’s a small sample of what you’ll learn: Master new tools for creating intuitive, visually appealing diagrams Learn high-efficiency touch features for Windows 8 and tablets Create business and engineering diagrams, flowcharts, maps, floor plans, network diagrams, schedules, and more Instantly set or change diagram designs with enhanced templates and themes Simplify diagramming with built-in shapes and stencils–or create your own Craft more sophisticated diagrams with containers, callouts, screentips, and layers Import external images, from SVG graphics to AutoCAD drawings Visually present Excel spreadsheet data in Visio drawings Dynamically update diagrams with real-time data to support better decision-making Share diagrams to improve team collaboration