Chapter 2. Data Visualization
In this chapter, we will cover:
- Adding a line chart to your dashboard
- Using the bullet chart
- Using sparklines
- Using the combination chart
- Using the pie chart
- Using the XY chart
- Using the bubble chart
- Using the radar chart
- Using the OHLC chart and the candlestick chart
- Sorting series
- Zooming in on charts
- Scaling the y-axis
- Using the tree map
- Showing a trend without a chart
- Displaying raw data
- Illustrating single values
Introduction
Data visualization may be the most important topic when we are talking about dashboard creation. It enables us to view data, compare values, and make analysis in a clear and effective way. A dashboard is the ideal platform to present these visualizations.
Data can be presented in a graphical way, for example ...
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