Why take this training?
After completing the training, attendees will obtain the essential knowledge needed to begin and develop a data visualisation career or skillset. Specifically, the training will cover:
- What data visualisation is and its usefulness.
- Potential career pathways.
- A guide on common chart types and their utilities.
- Data visualisation key principles and best practices.
- An overview of current data visualisation tools used by practitioners.
- Recommended resources.
Who is this training for?
This training is an ideal fit for those who:
- Want to kickstart a career in data visualisation.
- Have only heard about data visualisation, but don’t know anything about it and are eager to delve deeper into the field.
- Individuals with a rough understanding of data visualisation, but want to expand their knowledge and establish a foundational understanding.
- Professionals working in roles that involve data, but lack the know-how to effectively utilise data visualisation.
Assumed knowledge
No prior knowledge of data visualisation or technical skills is required.
Training Duration
Typically, the training runs up to 5 hours, with an hour lunch break and two short 15-minute breaks. The start time and breaks can be flexible.
A free course notes document containing the training content is included, providing a resource for future referencing.
Outline
Introduction
– Definitions and Terminology
– Why is data visualisation useful?
– Infographics VS Data Visualisation
– Career pathways
Visualisation Vocabulary
– Common chart types
– Match It Game session
Key Principles
– Chart Anatomy
– General best charting practices
Tools
– Code-based
– Desktop Applications
– Web Applications
– Artificial Intelligence
– Which tool should I use?
Resource Recommendations
– Websites
– Books
Interested?
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