Course Outline
Introduction
- Installing and configuring Tableau
- High-level overview of the Tableau platform
- Navigating the Tableau interface
Data Connectivity
- Exploring available data connection options
- Data preparation and simplification techniques
- Joining disparate database sources
- Applying inner, outer, left, and right joins
- Blending multiple data sources within a single worksheet
Data Manipulation in Tableau
- Incorporating multiple measures into a single view
- Visualizing relationships between numerical datasets
- Isolating and viewing specific data points
- Customizing data representation
- Distinguishing between Dimensions and Measures
- Understanding data types: discrete versus continuous measures
Calculation Engineering
- Developing row-level calculations
- Constructing aggregate calculations
- Performing numeric, string, and date-based calculations
- Building custom aggregations and calculated fields
- Utilizing quick table calculations
- Processing date and time data
Advanced Table Calculations
- Implementing quick table calculations
- Defining scope and direction
- Applying addressing and partitioning logic
Data Organization, Filtering, and Grouping
- Structuring and organizing data sets
- Filtering data by date intervals
- Simplifying data views and applying sorting logic
- Advanced filtering and visibility management
- Mastering ordering and grouping strategies
- Utilizing Sorts, Groups, Bins, and Sets
Parameters in Tableau
- Creating and defining parameters
- Integrating parameters into calculated fields
- Configuring parameter control options
- Enhancing analytical depth and visual interactivity using parameters
Visualization Architecture: Basic to Advanced
- Constructing cross-tabs
- Creating geographic, heat, and tree maps
- Designing pie charts and bar graphs
- Visualizing date and time trends
- Building stacked bars and area charts
- Developing KPI indicator charts
- Configuring dual-axis and combined charts with mixed mark types
- Implementing highlight tables
- Generating scatter plots
Advanced Formatting Techniques
- Applying and styling labels
- Configuring legends
- Creating dynamic tooltips
- Emphasizing data with reference lines
- Adding annotations
Dashboard Storytelling
- Establishing a dashboard framework
- Implementing filter actions
- Integrating parameters into dashboards
- Setting up highlight actions
- Configuring URL actions
Trend Analysis and Forecasting
- Interpreting and customizing trend lines
- Analyzing distributions
- Performing forecasting
Publishing and Sharing
- Publishing dashboards for consumption
- Managing extracts versus live connections
- Handling metadata and connection sharing
Assessment and Future Development:
- Final knowledge test and capstone project
- Curated resources for continued learning
Requirements
Previous technical experience or an analytical background is not a prerequisite for this course.
System Requirements:
No specific setup is required
Target Audience:
Ideal for complete beginners with no prior Tableau experience, professionals seeking a refresher on core concepts, or analysts looking to deepen their expertise in advanced visualization techniques.
Testimonials (4)
The joyful atmosphere, the openness of the knowledgeable trainer who offered us a lot of tips and tricks.
Ionut - MOLSONCOORS GLOBAL BUSINESS SERVICES SRL
Course - From Tableau Beginners to Advanced User
The training was very interactive and the trainer was very patience with us, I really enjoy it.
Laura - MOLSONCOORS GLOBAL BUSINESS SERVICES SRL
Course - From Tableau Beginners to Advanced User
The trainer was really knowledgeable in tableau and was able to understand the way of work and how to get from one point to another
Marko - MOLSONCOORS GLOBAL BUSINESS SERVICES SRL
Course - From Tableau Beginners to Advanced User
The energy, knowledge and style of teaching of the trainer
