Course Outline
Introduction
- Installation and setup of Tableau
- Overview of Tableau software capabilities
- Navigating the Tableau user interface
Connecting to Data
- Exploring available data connection options
- Data simplification and preparation techniques
- Joining database sources
- Understanding inner, outer, left, and right joins
- Blending multiple data sources within a single worksheet
Data Manipulation in Tableau
- Applying multiple measures in a view
- Visualizing relationships between numerical values
- Examining specific data points
- Customizing data representation
- Distinguishing between dimensions and measures
- Data types, and the difference between discrete and continuous measures
Developing Calculations in Tableau
- Implementing row-level calculations
- Performing aggregate calculations
- Working with numeric, string, and date calculations
- Creating custom aggregations and calculated fields
- Using quick table calculations
- Managing dates and time values
Data Analysis via Table Calculations
- Application of quick table calculations
- Defining scope and direction
- Techniques for addressing and partitioning
Data Organization, Filtering, Sorting, & Grouping
- Structuring your data effectively
- Filtering data by date ranges
- Simplifying and sorting datasets
- Advanced filtering and visibility controls
- Exploring various options for ordering and grouping
- Utilizing Sorts, Groups, Bins, and Sets
Parameters in Tableau
- Creating new parameters
- Incorporating parameters into calculated fields
- Configuring parameter control options
- Enhancing analysis and visuals using parameters
Creating Basic and Complex Visualizations
- Generating cross tabs
- Constructing geographic maps, heat maps, and tree maps
- Creating pie charts and bar charts
- Visualizing date and time data
- Building stacked bars and area charts
- Designing KPI charts
- Combining dual axes and diverse mark types
- Developing highlight tables
- Creating scatter plots
Advanced Formatting Techniques
- Adding labels
- Configuring legends
- Customizing tooltips
- Emphasizing data using reference lines
- Inserting annotations
Narrative Data Storytelling with Dashboards
- Establishing a dashboard framework
- Implementing filter actions
- Utilizing parameters within dashboards
- Applying highlight actions
- Configuring URL actions
Trend Analysis and Forecasting
- Interpreting and customizing trend lines
- Analyzing distributions
- Performing forecasting
Sharing Your Work
- Publishing dashboards
- Using extracts versus live connections
- Managing metadata and sharing connections
Summary and Future Directions:
- Completion of knowledge test and hands-on project
- Recommended resources for continued learning
Requirements
No prior technical or analytical experience is necessary for participation.
Setup Requirements:
None required.
Target Audience:
This program is tailored for individuals new to Tableau, professionals seeking to refresh their skills, or those 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