Rapid Graphs with Tableau 8
The Original Guide for the Accidental Analyst
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In Chapter 3 (pages 41-58)
Go with the flow—more Tableau basics-41
Save time with the Tableau toolbar-42
When tables trump graphs-44
Insightful maps-48
View shifting—the underrated histogram and flexible bins-53
Exporting results to share your insights-58
Chapter 3 pages
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Chapter 2 is available here and Chapter 4 is over here.
Be sure to watch the videos that accompany this book:
Better Analytics with Tableau 8 Part 1
Better Analytics with Tableau 8 Part 2
