Course Outline
Introduction
- Installing and configuring Tableau
- Overview of the Tableau software ecosystem
- Navigating the Tableau user interface
Establishing Data Connections
- Exploring available data source options
- Data simplification and preparation techniques
- Joining database sources
- Understanding inner, outer, left, and right joins
- Blending multiple data sources within a single worksheet
Manipulating Data in Tableau
- Incorporating multiple measures into a view
- Visualizing relationships between numerical values
- Filtering to view specific data points
- Customizing data presentation
- Distinguishing between dimensions and measures
- Data types: discrete versus continuous measures
Developing Calculations in Tableau
- Row-level calculation logic
- Aggregated calculations
- Handling numeric, string, and date calculations
- Custom aggregations and calculated fields
- Utilizing quick table calculations
- Working with date and time fields
Data Analysis via Table Calculations
- Implementing quick table calculations
- Defining scope and direction
- Managing addressing and partitioning
Data Organization: Filtering, Sorting & Grouping
- Structuring your data for clarity
- Segmenting data by date
- Simplifying and sorting data sets
- Advanced filtering and hiding options
- Exploring various ordering and grouping methods
- Utilizing Sorts, Groups, Bins, and Sets
Utilizing Parameters in Tableau
- Creating dynamic parameters
- Integrating parameters into calculated fields
- Configuring parameter control options
- Enhancing analytical depth and visualizations using parameters
Creating Basic and Advanced Visualizations
- Cross-tabulations
- Geographic maps, heat maps, and tree maps
- Pie charts and bar charts
- Temporal visualizations
- Stacked bars and area charts
- KPI indicators
- Dual-axis and combined charts using varied mark types
- Highlight tables
- Scatter plots
Advanced Formatting Techniques
- Adding labels
- Configuring legends
- Designing tooltips
- Emphasizing data with reference lines
- Using annotations
Constructing Narrative Dashboards
- Dashboard design frameworks
- Implementing filter actions
- Leveraging parameters
- Setting up highlight actions
- Configuring URL actions
Trend Analysis and Forecasting
- Interpreting and customizing trend lines
- Analyzing distributions
- Performing forecasts
Distributing Your Work
- Publishing dashboards
- Utilizing extracts versus live connections
- Managing metadata and sharing connections
Wrap-up and Future Directions:
- Final knowledge assessment and practical project
- Curated resources for continued learning
Requirements
There are no prerequisite technical or analytical skills required for this course.
System Requirements:
No specific setup is necessary.
Target Audience:
This course is ideal for individuals who are new to Tableau, those looking to refresh their skills, or professionals aiming to deepen their expertise in 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
