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Tableau for Data Storytelling

Participants will learn to harness Tableau’s features to transform data into engaging stories.

Certificate :

After Completion

Start Date :

10-Jan-2025

Duration :

30 Days

Course fee :

$150

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

  1. The Tableau for Data Storytelling course aims to equip participants with the skills to effectively utilize Tableau, a leading data visualization tool, for crafting engaging narratives from data.

  2. Emphasizing the conversion of raw data into visually striking and interactive representations, the course enables learners to convey essential insights to diverse audiences.

  3. Participants will explore Tableau’s functionalities, including dashboards, calculated fields, and storytelling components, to develop narratives that enhance decision-making.

  4. Upon completion, attendees will be proficient in creating dynamic and informative data visualizations and dashboards that enhance understanding and facilitate data-driven choices.

CERTIFICATION:

  1. Upon finishing the course, participants will be awarded a Certificate of Completion.

  2. This certification signifies the individual’s expertise in developing data visualizations and narratives with Tableau, preparing them for positions such as data analyst, business intelligence analyst, and data scientist, where the ability to communicate data effectively is essential.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

By the conclusion of the course, participants will possess the skills to:

  1. Begin with an overview of Tableau, gaining insight into its fundamental components and layout.

  2. They will learn to install Tableau Desktop and establish connections to various data sources, including Excel, SQL, and Google Sheets.

  3. Participants will become acquainted with Tableau’s interface, exploring its workspace, shelves, and cards.

  4. In the realm of data exploration and preparation, learners will import, clean, and transform data for effective visualization.

  5. They will address issues such as missing values, duplicates, and data types to ensure the integrity of their datasets.Additionally, they will utilize Tableau’s Data Interpreter and preparation tools to ready their data for analysis.

  6. The course will cover the creation of basic visualizations, including bar charts, line charts, scatter plots, and pie charts.Participants will enhance their visualizations through the use of filters, sorting, and grouping, while also customizing aesthetics such as colors, labels, and tooltips.

  7. As they progress to advanced visualizations and dashboards, learners will create complex visualizations like heat maps, box plots, and histograms. They will construct interactive dashboards that facilitate user engagement through filtering and data drilling. The implementation of calculated fields, table calculations, and parameters will further enhance the interactivity and functionality of their dashboards.

Course Curriculum

Introduction to Tableau and Data Storytelling
  1. Overview of Tableau and its applications in data visualization
  2. Basics of data storytelling: Communicating insights effectively
  3. Installing and setting up Tableau
Data Preparation and Importing
  1. Connecting to data sources (Excel, SQL, CSV, and more)
  2. Data cleaning and transformation in Tableau
  3. Using Tableau Prep for complex data workflows
Building Basic Visualizations
  1. Creating bar charts, line graphs, pie charts, and scatter plots
  2. Formatting visualizations for clarity and impact
  3. Using color, size, and labels to enhance readability
Advanced Visualizations
  1. Heat maps, geographic maps, and tree maps
  2. Building interactive dashboards and storyboards
  3. Using calculated fields and parameters for dynamic visuals
Data Storytelling Techniques
  1. Structuring data stories for diverse audiences
  2. Highlighting key insights with annotations and tooltips
  3. Using Tableau Stories to create a narrative flow
Integrating Tableau with Other Tools
  1. Exporting Tableau dashboards and reports
  2. Sharing visualizations on Tableau Public and Tableau Server
  3. Embedding Tableau dashboards into websites
Case Studies and Practical Applications
  1. Storytelling in business analytics: Sales, marketing, and operations
  2. Creating dashboards for performance tracking and decision-making
  3. Real-world projects to apply data storytelling skills
Capstone Project
  1. Portfolio Website: Highlight your skills and projects.
  2. To-Do App: A simple CRUD app with React and Node.js.
  3. E-Commerce Platform: Product listings, shopping cart, and user authentication.
  4. Blogging Platform: User authentication, content creation, and comments.

Training Features

Interactive Learning

Hands-on sessions to create dashboards, charts, and storyboards using real-world datasets.

End-to-End Projects

Comprehensive case studies to apply Tableau for business, healthcare, and finance storytelling.

Visualization Best Practices

Lessons on design principles to ensure impactful and user-friendly visualizations.

Access to Resources

Downloadable datasets, templates, and Tableau workbooks for self-practice.

Expert Mentorship

Guidance from industry professionals for feedback on projects and storytelling approaches.

Certification

Recognized certificate of completion validating Tableau skills and storytelling expertise.

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