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Tableau Certified Data Analyst Certification Guide

By : Mr. Harry Cooney, Mr. Daisy Jones
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Tableau Certified Data Analyst Certification Guide

By: Mr. Harry Cooney, Mr. Daisy Jones

Overview of this book

The Tableau Certified Data Analyst certification validates the essential skills needed to explore, analyze, and present data, propelling your career in data analytics. Whether you're a seasoned Tableau user or just starting out, this comprehensive resource is your roadmap to mastering Tableau and achieving certification success. The book begins by exploring the fundamentals of data analysis, from connecting to various data sources to transforming and cleaning data for meaningful insights. With practical exercises and realistic mock exams, you'll gain hands-on experience that reinforces your understanding of Tableau concepts and prepares you for the challenges of the certification exam. As you progress, expert guidance and clear explanations make it easy to navigate complex topics as each chapter builds upon the last, providing a seamless learning experience—from creating impactful visualizations to managing content on Tableau Cloud. Written by a team of experts, this Tableau book not only helps you pass the certification exam but also equips you with the skills and confidence needed to excel in your career. It is an indispensable resource for unlocking the full potential of Tableau.
Table of Contents (11 chapters)

Line Chart

A line chart connects several data points across a timeline to create a line, to showing trends over time.

Figure 5.13 – Example of a line chart

Figure 5.13: Example of a line chart

Items needed to build this chart are as follows:

Columns

Date Field, Continuous

Rows

Continuous measure

Marks

Line

Table 5.10: Requirements to build a line chart

Now it is time to start building a line chart. Use the following steps to create one:

  1. From the Data pane, select the required fields for analysis. The preceding chart uses Superstore Data with Order, Date, and Profit.
  2. Drag the dimension that represents the time periods onto the Columns shelf.
  3. Drag the measure to analyze the trend onto the Rows shelf.
  4. It is likely that as soon as the fields are placed on the...