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Tableau For Data

Analytics
ZERO TO HERO BY NAMASTE SQL
Data Analytics -> The Big Picture

Data Visualization
Excel, Tableau
,Power BI ,Qlik etc
What is data visualization
Data visualization is the process of representing data and
information graphically through charts, graphs, maps, and other
visual tools.
Why it is required
Simplifies Complex Data
Finding solution to problems
Identify trends , patterns and
relationships, comparative analysis
Fast decision making
Highlights Important Information
Improves Retention and Recall
Data in raw form
Data in the form of charts
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Technology
Furniture
12 Office Supplies
Technology

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Technology Furniture Office Technology
Supplies
no_of_orders
Orders data dashboard
Gartner Report
What is Tableau?
 Tableau is a powerful data visualization tool used for
converting raw data into an understandable format
through interactive and shareable dashboards.
 It provides a wide range of visualization options to
create charts, graphs, maps, and other visual
representations of data.
 Tableau is known for its user-friendly interface, allowing
users to quickly and easily connect to various data
sources, perform data analysis, and share insights.
 It is widely used in business intelligence to help
organizations make data-driven decisions.
Tableau Ecosystem
Tableau offers a variety of products tailored to different needs
and use cases in data visualization and business intelligence.
Here are the main product offerings from Tableau
1. Tableau Desktop Public
2. Tableau Desktop Professional
3. Tableau Server
4. Tableau Online
5. Tableau Reader
6. Tableau Prep
Download and install Tableau Desktop
1. Tableau Desktop Public:
https://www.tableau.com/products/public/download

2. Tableau Desktop Professional :


https://www.tableau.com/products/desktop/download

3. Tableau Public: https://public.tableau.com/app/discover


Data Types in Tableau
Dimensions
Dimensions are qualitative fields that typically contain categorical data. They describe
the "what," "who," "where," and "when" of your data. Dimensions are used to segment
and categorize data, and they often form the rows and columns of your data table.
They help in slicing and dicing your data to drill down into specific details.

 Examples of dimensions include:


1. Names (e.g., customer names, product names)
2. Dates (e.g., order dates, birthdates)
3. Geographic locations (e.g., countries, cities)
4. Categories (e.g., product categories, departments)
 In Tableau:
1. Dimensions are displayed in blue in the data pane.
2. They are used to create headers, labels, and axes in charts.
3. They are usually discrete (distinct, separate values).
Measures
Measures are quantitative fields that typically contain numerical data. They represent the
metrics or quantities that you want to analyze. Measures are used to perform calculations,
aggregate data, and provide the values you want to analyze and visualize.

 Examples of measures include:


1. Sales revenue
2. Profit
3. Quantity sold
4. Scores or ratings
 In Tableau:
1. Measures are displayed in green in the data pane.
2. They are used to create axes and determine the size, length, or position of marks in
charts.
3. They are usually continuous (can take any value within a range) and can be
aggregated (e.g., sum, average, count).
Discrete vs continues fields in Tableau
 Discrete fields are categorical and contain distinct, separate values. They represent
things that can be counted in distinct units and are often used to segment and
categorize data. Discrete fields are typically used for creating headers/labels. Discrete
fields are represented in blue.

 Continuous fields are quantitative and represent measurable quantities that can take
any value within a range. They are typically used for axes that show a range of values,
such as time series, measures, and numerical ranges. Continuous fields are
represented in green.

 Analytics , HR
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Live vs Extract Connection
Live connection means that Tableau directly queries the data source in real time whenever you
create or interact with a visualization. This ensures that you are always working with the most
current data.
1. Real-Time Data: Always provides the most up-to-date data.
2. No Storage Required: Data is not stored locally, reducing storage requirements on your
machine.
3. Dynamic Updates: Any changes in the data source are immediately reflected in Tableau.

Extract involves creating a snapshot of the data at a specific point in time and storing it in
Tableau’s proprietary format (.hyper or .tde file). The data is imported into Tableau, and all
operations are performed on this static copy.
4. Improved Performance: Extracts are optimized for fast querying, often resulting in better
performance, especially with large datasets.
5. Offline Access: Extracts can be used offline without needing constant access to the original
data source.
6. Reduced Load on Data Source: Since the data is extracted, it reduces the load on the original
data source.
File Types in Tableau
1. Tableau Workbook (.twb): This file contains the definitions of the data sources,
worksheets, dashboards, and stories but does not contain the actual data. It's a
lightweight file that saves references to the data.

2. Tableau Packaged Workbook (.twbx): This is a packaged version of a .twb file


that includes the workbook along with any data sources and images used. It’s
useful for sharing workbooks with others who may not have access to the
original data sources.

3. Tableau Data Extract (.hyper and .tde): These files contain a snapshot of your
data optimized for fast query performance in Tableau. .hyper is the newer format,
replacing .tde.

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