Tableau for Dummies - Paperback

by Jack A. Hyman (Author)

Discover how visualization turns data into action

Tableau gives you the power to understand your data and put it in a format that is appealing and meaningful for everyone who needs to see it. Tableau For Dummies walks you through the steps to turn your data into a story that inspires action. This easy-to-understand guide offers insights from an enterprise data pro on how to transform data into a clear and memorable visual presentation.

• Navigate the Tableau user interface and connect to data sources
• Use drag-and-drop features to create stunning visualizations
• Work with templates, add graphs, and create clear charts
• Export your visualizations to multiple formats for easy sharing

This is the perfect Dummies software guide for business professionals who need to better derive value from that all-important data.

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Say bye-bye to boring data

The Tableau^(R) suite of tools lets you turn a bunch of numbers into wow-worthy visualizations. This book shows you how to use Tableau features to tell clear, concise stories with your data. Get started with step-by-step instructions for prepping and filtering data, choosing the right visualizations to tell your story, and going interactive with dashboards and cloud collaboration. You'll also learn functions and calculations that will help you unlock hidden insights. With this user-friendly guide, you have the essentials you need to make data talk--no matter who you're talking to.

Inside...

• Choosing the right version
• Customizing your workspace
• Connecting to data sources
• Navigating the interface
• Accessing templates & sample workbooks
• Exporting your visualizations
• Managing Tableau tools in the cloud

Author Biography

Jack Hyman is an enterprise technology expert who specializes in consulting with large businesses on how to get the most out of their platforms. He is author of Microsoft Power BI For Dummies and author of Microsoft Azure For Dummies, 2nd Edition.