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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)

Tableau Desktop Practical Exercises

At the end of each section in each chapter, there will be practical exercises that will be a great way for you to reinforce the concepts learned throughout.

When it comes to Tableau Desktop, there is a default Tableau training data source that is readily available with each Tableau install. This is the data source that will be used for each exercise. The data source is called Sample – Superstore and can be selected from the bottom of the blue Connect pane on the left-hand side when Tableau Desktop is first opened.

Figure 0.11: The Sample – Superstore data source connection used for practical exercises

Figure 0.11: The Sample – Superstore data source connection used for practical exercises