Course Outline
Introduction
- Initial configuration of Tableau
- General overview of the Tableau software ecosystem
- Navigating the Tableau workspace and interface
Establishing Data Connections
- Exploring available data source options
- Streamlining and prepping data for analysis
- Merging database sources
- Applying inner, outer, left, and right joins
- Blending diverse data sources within a single worksheet
Data Manipulation in Tableau
- Incorporating multiple measures into a view
- Visualizing correlations between numerical values
- Focusing on specific data points
- Personalizing data representations
- Distinguishing between dimensions and measures
- Understanding data types and the difference between discrete and continuous measures
Developing Calculations
- Implementing row-level logic
- Performing aggregate calculations
- Handling numeric, string, and date-based calculations
- Creating custom aggregations and calculated fields
- Utilizing quick table calculations
- Managing date and time elements
Advanced Analysis via Table Calculations
- Applying quick table calculations
- Defining calculation scope and direction
- Understanding addressing and partitioning mechanisms
Data Organization, Filtering, and Grouping
- Structuring data for clarity
- Filtering data by time periods
- Simplifying datasets and applying sorts
- Utilizing advanced filtering and hiding features
- Exploring various methods for ordering and grouping data
- Working with sorts, groups, bins, and sets
Implementing Parameters
- Creating new parameters
- Incorporating parameters into calculated fields
- Configuring parameter control options
- Enriching analyses and visualizations through parameter use
Constructing Fundamental and Complex Visualizations
- Building cross-tabulations
- Creating geographic maps, heat maps, and tree maps
- Generating pie and bar charts
- Designing date and time visualizations
- Building stacked bars and area charts
- Displaying KPI metrics
- Combining dual axes and mixed mark types
- Creating highlight tables
- Plotting scatter plots
Advanced Visual Formatting
- Adding and configuring labels
- Using legends effectively
- Designing tooltips
- Emphasizing data with reference lines
- Incorporating annotations
Constructing Dashboards for Data Storytelling
- Establishing a dashboard structure
- Implementing filter interactions
- Integrating parameters
- Using highlight actions
- Configuring URL actions
Trend Analysis and Forecasting
- Interpreting and adjusting trend lines
- Analyzing distributions
- Generating forecasts
Distribution and Sharing
- Publishing dashboards to the web
- Managing data extracts versus live connections
- Handling metadata and sharing connection details
Review and Future Directions:
- Final knowledge assessment and practical project
- Recommended resources for continued professional development
Requirements
No previous experience in technical or analytical fields is necessary to participate.
System Requirements:
None specified
Intended Audience:
This program is tailored for individuals with no prior exposure to Tableau, those seeking to reinforce existing knowledge, or professionals aiming to deepen their understanding of the platform.
Testimonials (4)
The joyful atmosphere, the openness of the knowledgeable trainer who offered us a lot of tips and tricks.
Ionut - MOLSONCOORS GLOBAL BUSINESS SERVICES SRL
Course - From Tableau Beginners to Advanced User
The training was very interactive and the trainer was very patience with us, I really enjoy it.
Laura - MOLSONCOORS GLOBAL BUSINESS SERVICES SRL
Course - From Tableau Beginners to Advanced User
The trainer was really knowledgeable in tableau and was able to understand the way of work and how to get from one point to another
Marko - MOLSONCOORS GLOBAL BUSINESS SERVICES SRL
Course - From Tableau Beginners to Advanced User
The energy, knowledge and style of teaching of the trainer
