Course Outline
Introduction
- Configuring Tableau
- Overview of Tableau Software
- Navigating the Tableau User Interface
Connecting to Data
- Exploring available data connections
- Data simplification and preparation
- Joining database sources
- Understanding inner, outer, left, and right joins
- Blending multiple data sources within a single worksheet
Data Manipulation in Tableau
- Incorporating multiple measures into a view
- Visualizing relationships between numerical values
- Examining specific data points
- Customizing data representations
- Distinguishing between Dimensions and Measures
- Data types and the difference between discrete and continuous measures
Developing Calculations in Tableau
- Row-level calculations
- Aggregated calculations
- Numeric, string, and date-based calculations
- Custom aggregations and calculated fields
- Quick table calculations
- Handling dates and time intervals
Data Analysis with Table Calculations
- Utilizing quick table calculations
- Defining scope and direction
- Addressing and partitioning data
Data Organization, Filtering, Sorting & Grouping
- Structuring your datasets
- Filtering data by date ranges
- Simplifying and sorting information
- Advanced techniques for filtering and hiding data
- Exploring various options for ordering and grouping
- Using Sort, Groups, Bins, and Sets
Parameters in Tableau
- Creating and managing parameters
- Integrating parameters into calculated fields
- Configuring parameter control options
- Enhancing analytical depth and visualizations through parameters
Creating Basic and Advanced Visualizations
- Constructing cross tabs
- Developing 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
- Implementing dual-axis and combined charts with varied mark types
- Generating highlight tables
- Producing scatter plots
Advanced Formatting Techniques
- Adding and styling labels
- Configuring legends
- Implementing tooltips
- Emphasizing data using reference lines
- Using annotations for context
Data Storytelling with Dashboards
- Establishing a dashboard framework
- Configuring filter actions
- Applying parameters
- Setting up highlight actions
- Implementing URL actions
Trend Analysis and Forecasting
- Interpreting and customizing trend lines
- Analyzing distributions
- Executing forecasts
Publishing and Sharing Work
- Publishing dashboards
- Utilizing extracts versus live connections
- Managing metadata and sharing connections
Summary and Next Steps:
- Final knowledge test and practical project
- Recommended resources for continued learning
Requirements
Previous technical or analytical experience is not a prerequisite for this course.
Setup Requirements:
None required.
Target Audience:
This training is tailored for individuals who are new to Tableau, those seeking to refresh their existing knowledge, or professionals looking 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
