Building Data Visualization Tools

The data science revolution has produced reams of new data from a wide variety of new sources. These new datasets are being used to answer new questions in way never before conceived. Visualization remains one of the most powerful ways draw conclusions from data, but the influx of new data types requires the development of new visualization techniques and building blocks. This course provides you with the skills for creating those new visualization building blocks. We focus on the ggplot2 framework and describe how to use and extend the system to suit the specific needs of your organization or team. Upon completing this course, learners will be able to build the tools needed to visualize a wide variety of data types and will have the fundamentals needed to address new data types as they come about

• Build the tools needed to visualize a wide variety of data types
• Use and extend the ggplot2 framework to suit specific needs
• Address new data types effectively with foundational visualization skills

• Basic familiarity with the topic and its common terminology
• Readiness to practice through applied exercises or case-based work