In this chapter, you will learn how to get started with data visualization and build graphical user interfaces (GUIs) in F#. In quantitative finance, it is essential to be able to plot and visualize time series. F# is a great tool for this and we'll learn how to use F# as an advanced graphical calculator using F# Interactive.
The content in this chapter will be used throughout the book whenever user interfaces are needed. In this chapter you will learn:
Programming of basic GUI in F# and .NET
Plotting data using Microsoft Charts
Plotting financial data
Building an interactive GUI