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The Tableau Fundamentals for Novice Users course is designed to help you understand the important concepts and techniques used in Tableau; to move from simple to complex visualizations and learn how to combine them in interactive dashboards.
We’ll make sure you’re well prepared to take full advantage of Tableau's features. Whether you’re an experienced data analyst that wants to explore new Tableau features, or you’re a beginner that wants to expand their skillset and bring a more professional and sharper approach to their organization, we’ve got you covered. Beginning with the fundamentals, such as data connections with various file types, you’ll soon learn how to build and customize your own data visualizations and dashboards, essential for high-level visibility and effective data visualization. You’ll also work with Tableau’s many wizards and shortcuts, for the purpose of creating beautiful Business Intelligence visualizations quickly and with the least amount of effort.In addition, we’ll show you how to work with calculations, dashboards and stories and be able to understand the various Tableau products that your company may be using. Therefore, you and your organization – will start making smarter and informed decisions which is really what this class provides.
Category
ID
Duration
Level
Price
Tableau
13472
3 Day(s)
Foundation
$1,481.00
Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:• Create stylish visualizations and dashboards that explain complexity with clarity• Learn effective data storytelling to transform how your business uses ideas and makes decisions• Explore features in Tableau Desktop that will help you redefine what business visualizations mean to your organization• Find out how to build effective visualizations and dashboards• Prepare and clean your data so you can be sure Tableau Desktop is finding answers to your questions – not raising more problems• Discover how to create advanced visualizations that explain complexity with clarity and style• Learn how to use data storytelling to aid decision-making and strategy• Share dashboards and visualizations to cultivate a culture where data is available and valued
Taking Off with TableauThe Cycle of AnalyticsConnecting to DataFoundations of Building VisualizationsVisualizing DataPutting Everything Together in a Dashboard2. Working with Data in TableauThe Tableau ParadigmConnecting to Various Types of DataManaging Data Source MetadataWorking with Extracts Instead of Live ConnectionsTableau File TypesJoins and BlendsFiltering Data3. Venturing on to Advanced VisualizationsComparing ValuesVisualizing Dates and TimesRelating Parts of the Data to the WholeVisualizing Distributions and Multiple Axes to Compare Different Measures4. Starting an Adventure with CalculationsRow-Level and Aggregate-Level CalculationsLevel of Detail CalculationsParametersAd Hoc CalculationsPerformance Considerations5. Diving Deep with Table CalculationsQuick Table CalculationsRelative Versus FixedCustom Table CalculationsData Densification6. Making Visualizations that Look Great and Work WellVisualization ConsiderationsLeveraging Formatting in TableauAdding Value to Visualizations7. Telling a Data Story with DashboardsKey Concepts for DashboardsDesigning Dashboards in TableauDesigning for Different Displays and DevicesHow Actions WorkStories
8. Digging Deeper – Trends, Clustering, Distributions and ForecastingTrendsClusteringDistributionsForecasting9. Cleaning and Structuring Messy DataStructuring Data for TableauDealing with Data Structure IssuesOverview of Advanced Fixes for Data Problems10. Introducing Tableau PrepGetting Prepped to Explore Tableau PrepUnderstanding the Tableau Prep Builder InterfaceFlowing with the Fundamental Paradigm11. Advanced Visualizations, Techniques, Tips, and TricksAdvanced VisualizationsSheet Swapping and Dynamic DashboardsMapping TechniquesUsing Background ImagesAnimationTransparency12. Sharing your Data StoryPresenting, Printing, and ExportingSharing with Users of Tableau Desktop or Tableau ReaderSharing with Users of Tableau Server, Tableau Online, and Tableau Public
Questions?
Tableau Desktop Specialist
Before attending this course, you should have experience using Microsoft Excel, specifically Pivot Tables and calculations in Excel are recommended. Use of the Windows Operating System is also highly recommended.
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