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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)

Summary

When it comes to publishing and managing content on a Tableau site, there is a wide variety of functionality. End users can be provided with both workbooks and data sources. Workbooks can be published whole or as specific sheets that are relevant to end users. Data sources can be published and set to replace the existing data sources in a Tableau workbook.

Tableau Server and Cloud are not the only means of sharing Tableau content. PDF files, images, and data extracts in the form of Access databases and Excel crosstabs can all be exported directly from Tableau. Hard copies of Tableau workbooks can also be printed directly from Tableau Desktop.

When it comes to keeping data fresh on a Tableau site, extracts can be configured to run a full or incremental refresh on a regular basis. Tableau Prep flows can also be configured to run transformations on data, combine multiple sources, and output a consolidated data source from which reports are built. These Tableau Prep flows...