Data Visualization Techniques: A Comprehensive Guide
📊 Data visualization is a critical skill in data science, enabling complex insights to be communicated effectively. Here are some key techniques and tools:
1. Common Visualization Types
- Bar Charts - Compare categorical data.
- Line Graphs - Track trends over time.
- Pie Charts - Show proportions of parts to a whole.
- Scatter Plots - Identify relationships between variables.
- Heatmaps - Display data density or intensity.
2. Advanced Tools
- Tableau - Interactive dashboards for business analytics.
- Power BI - Integration with Microsoft ecosystem.
- Python Libraries - Matplotlib, Seaborn, Plotly for custom visualizations.
3. Best Practices
- Keep designs simple and focused.
- Use color intentionally to highlight patterns.
- Always label axes and legends clearly.
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