Tableau On-Demand: Desktop Level 1 - Introduction for Novice Users

***Note: This is an On-Demand (self-study) course, 180 day, 24/7 access via the internet*** (Applicable State and Local taxes may be added for On-Demand purchases, depending on your location.) You may take this course at any time, there are no set dates. This On-Demand (self-study) training course includes expert lectures, demonstrations and exercises. Note: The 6-month course access period begins at time of purchase. Software Note This class assumes you have your own Tableau Desktop software license. This can either be purchased or you can use free trial software. See Tableau web site regarding trial software restrictions (may be limited to 14-day trial on any single computer for each software version). Tableau is one of the most popular Business Intelligence and data visualization tools available. Why? Because, quite simply, it’s a tool that’s responsive to the needs of modern business. But it’s most effective when you know how to get what you want from it – it might make your business intelligent, but it isn’t going to make you intelligent. _ We’ll make sure you’re well prepared to take full advantage of Tableau's features. Whether you’re an experienced data analyst that wants to explore 2019-2020’s new Tableau, or you’re a beginner that wants to expand their skillset and bring a more professional and sharper approach to their organization, we’ve got you covered. Beginning with the fundamentals, such as data connections with various file types, you’ll soon learn how to build and customize your own data visualizations and dashboards, essential for high-level visibility and effective data visualization. You’ll also work with Tableau’s many wizards and shortcuts, for the purpose of creating beautiful Business Intelligence visualizations quickly and with the least amount of effort. _ In addition, we’ll show you how to work with calculations, dashboards and stories and be able to understand the various Tableau products that your company may be using. Therefore, you and your organization – will start making smarter and informed decisions which is really what this class provides.

Taking Off with Tableau The Cycle of Analytics Connecting to Data Foundations of Building Visualizations Visualizing Data Putting Everything Together in a Dashboard Working with Data in Tableau The Tableau Paradigm Connecting to Various Types of Data Managing Data Source Metadata Working with Extracts Instead of Live Connections Tableau File Types Joins and Blends Filtering Data Venturing on to Advanced Visualizations Comparing Values Visualizing Dates and Times Relating Parts of the Data to the Whole Visualizing Distributions and Multiple Axes to Compare Different Measures Starting an Adventure with Calculations Row-Level and Aggregate-Level Calculations Level of Detail Calculations Parameters Ad Hoc Calculations Performance Considerations Diving Deep with Table Calculations Quick Table Calculations Relative Versus Fixed Custom Table Calculations Data Densification Making Visualizations that Look Great and Work Well Visualization Considerations Leveraging Formatting in Tableau Adding Value to Visualizations Telling a Data Story with Dashboards Key Concepts for Dashboards Designing Dashboards in Tableau Designing for Different Displays and Devices How Actions Work Stories Digging Deeper – Trends, Clustering, Distributions and Forecasting Trends Clustering Distributions Forecasting Cleaning and Structuring Messy Data Structuring Data for Tableau Dealing with Data Structure Issues Overview of Advanced Fixes for Data Problems Introducing Tableau Prep Getting Prepped to Explore Tableau Prep Understanding the Tableau Prep Builder Interface Flowing with the Fundamental Paradigm Advanced Visualizations, Techniques, Tips, and Tricks Advanced Visualizations Sheet Swapping and Dynamic Dashboards Mapping Techniques Using Background Images Animation Transparency Sharing your Data Story Presenting, Printing, and Exporting Sharing with Users of Tableau Desktop or Tableau Reader Sharing with Users of Tableau Server, Tableau Online, and Tableau Public