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Getting Started with Tableau 2019.2

Getting Started with Tableau 2019.2

By : Tristan Guillevin
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Getting Started with Tableau 2019.2

Getting Started with Tableau 2019.2

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By: Tristan Guillevin

Overview of this book

Tableau is one of the leading data visualization tools and is regularly updated with new functionalities and features. The latest release, Tableau 2019.2, promises new and advanced features related to visual analytics, reporting, dashboarding, and a host of other data visualization aspects. Getting Started with Tableau 2019.2 will get you up to speed with these additional functionalities. The book starts by highlighting the new functionalities of Tableau 2019.2, providing concrete examples of how to use them. However, if you're new to Tableau, you won't have to worry as the book also covers the major aspects of Tableau with relevant examples. You'll learn how to connect to data, build a data source, visualize your data, build a dashboard, and even share data online. In the concluding chapters, you'll delve into advanced techniques such as creating a cross-database join and data blending. By the end of this book, you will be able to use Tableau effectively to create quick, cost-effective, and business-efficient Business Intelligence (BI) solutions.
Table of Contents (16 chapters)
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Index

Chapter 3. Getting Started with Tableau Desktop

This chapter is your first concrete introduction to Tableau Desktop. Together, we'll connect to data, create three visualizations, and assemble them into what will be your first Dashboard. Then, we'll use Tableau as a data exploration tool and answer business questions by using only the power of data visualization.

In this chapter, we'll cover the following topics:

  • Connecting to data
  • Creating your first set of visualizations
  • Building your first Dashboard
  • Using Tableau Desktop for data exploration

There are a few things to remember before we start; don't be afraid; I repeat, don't be afraid. The following two buttons on the toolbar will always save you if something goes wrong:

  • Getting Started with Tableau Desktop: This allows you to undo any actions, and, good news, it's unlimited. So, if you make a mistake, use it!
  • Getting Started with Tableau Desktop : This allows you to start from the beginning. It removes everything in the Worksheet or Dashboard. You can start afresh if you...
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