Course Outline
Introduction
- Installing and configuring Tableau
- Comprehensive overview of the Tableau software ecosystem
- Mastering the navigation of the Tableau user interface
Data Connectivity
- Exploring available data connection options
- Techniques for simplifying and preparing data sources
- Merging database sources
- Applying inner, outer, left, and right join operations
- Blending diverse data sources within a single worksheet
Data Manipulation in Tableau
- Incorporating multiple measures into a single view
- Visualising relationships between numerical datasets
- Inspecting specific data values
- Customising data presentation
- Distinguishing between dimensions and measures
- Understanding data types, including discrete versus continuous classifications for measures
Calculation Development
- Performing row-level calculations
- Executing aggregate calculations
- Managing numeric, string, and date-based calculations
- Creating custom aggregations and calculated fields
- Utilising quick table calculations
- Processing date and time data
Advanced Table Calculations
- Applying quick table calculations
- Defining scope and direction of calculations
- Techniques for addressing and partitioning data
Data Organisation and Filtering
- Structuring and organising data effectively
- Segmenting data by time periods
- Streamlining and sorting data sets
- Advanced filtering and data hiding options
- Exploring various methods for ordering and grouping data
- Implementing sorts, groups, bins, and sets
Utilising Parameters
- Creating and defining parameters
- Incorporating parameters into calculated fields
- Configuring parameter control options
- Enhancing analytical depth and visualisation interactivity using parameters
Visualisation Construction
- Creating cross-tabulations
- Designing geographic maps, heat maps, and tree maps
- Generating pie charts and bar charts
- Visualising date and time trends
- Building stacked bars and area charts
- Displaying Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Configuring dual-axis and combined charts with varied mark types
- Creating highlight tables
- Plotting scatter diagrams
Advanced Formatting Techniques
- Adding and styling labels
- Configuring legends
- Designing interactive tooltips
- Using reference lines to emphasise data points
- Applying annotations for context
Dashboard Narrative Construction
- Establishing a robust dashboard framework
- Implementing filter actions
- Integrating parameters for interactivity
- Configuring highlight actions
- Setting up URL actions
Trend Analysis and Forecasting
- Interpreting and customising trend lines
- Analyzing data distributions
- Implementing forecasting models
Publishing and Sharing
- Publishing dashboards for distribution
- Managing data extracts versus live connections
- Handling metadata and connection sharing protocols
Conclusion and Pathways Forward:
- Completion of the final knowledge test and hands-on project
- Access to curated resources for continued professional development
Requirements
This programme is accessible to all; no prior technical expertise or analytical background is necessary.
System Requirements:
No specific setup is required.
Target Audience:
Ideal for learners encountering Tableau for the first time, those seeking to refresh their foundational skills, or professionals aiming to deepen their existing knowledge of the tool.
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
