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Learning Tableau 10 - Second Edition

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Learning Tableau 10 - Second Edition

Overview of this book

Tableau has for some time been 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 businesses. 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 10’s new features. Whether you’re an experienced data analyst that wants to explore 2016’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 preparation, you’ll soon learn how to build and customize your own data visualizations and dashboards, essential for high-level visibility and effective data storytelling. You’ll also find out how to so trend analysis and forecasting using clustering and distribution models to inform your analytics. But it’s not just about you – when it comes to data it’s all about availability and access. That’s why we’ll show you how to share your Tableau visualizations. It’s only once insights are shared and communicated that you – and your organization – will start making smarter and informed decisions. And really, that’s exactly what this guide is for.
Table of Contents (17 chapters)
Learning Tableau 10 Second Edition
Credits
About the Author
About the Reviewers
www.PacktPub.com
Preface

Additional distribution options using Tableau Server


Tableau Server allows for several other options for sharing your views, dashboards, and data. Along with allowing users to sign in to Tableau Server, you might consider the following options:

  • Dashboards, views, and story points can be embedded in websites, portals, and SharePoint. Single sign on options exists to allow your website authentication to integrate seamlessly with Tableau Server.

  • Tableau Server allows users to subscribe to views and dashboards and schedule email delivery. The email will contain an up-to-date image of the view and link to the dashboard on Tableau Server. Server admins may also manage user subscriptions.

  • The TABCMD utility is provided with Tableau Server and may be installed on other machines. The utility provides the ability to automate many functions of Tableau Server including export features, publishing, and user and security management. This opens up quite a few possibilities for automating delivery.

  • The REST...