Yau, Nathan

Data points: visualization that means something / Nathan Yau - 1st ed. - Chennai : John Wiley & Sons, 2013. - 320 p. ; 23.1cm.

Includes index.

Building on his success with Visualize This, Nathan Yau's Data Points delves deeper into the world of data visualization. This book explores the art of transforming data into graphics that effectively communicate trends and patterns. Yau draws examples from various fields like art, design, and statistics to illustrate both conventional and unconventional approaches to data visualization. He examines the established rules of the craft while also exploring situations where breaking those rules can be advantageous. By showcasing the work of professionals across diverse disciplines, Data Points offers valuable insights for anyone seeking to create meaningful data visualizations.

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Power of visual storytelling.
Right chart type.
Color and typography.
Data visualization.
Breaking the rules: when to deviate from conventions.

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