The Zen of Visual Analysis

Facilitator: Jock Mackinlay
Company: Tableau Software
Session Title: The Zen of Visual Analysis
Session #: 304

Date: Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Time: 10:30am - Noon
Room: California

Description

There are many examples of great visualizations. Each exploits the power of the human visual system for a specific task. A review of these examples can teach us how to design great visualizations for our individual tasks. In this discussion, you'll learn:

• Fundamental principles for designing effective data views for yourself and others 
• What years of research by psychologists, statisticians and others have taught us about designing great visualizations 
• Common mistakes and myths to avoid

Audience

The presentation will be for a general audience.  

Additional Information/Links/Materials

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