## Unlock Insights with Data Visualization in R
Bring your data to life and master data visualizations with R and ggplot2. In this Track, you'll develop the essential skills needed to analyze and display data effectively, allowing you to communicate insights and discoveries to non-technical stakeholders. Through hands-on practice, you'll learn how to use ggplot2 to create, customize, and enhance a wide range of visualizations.
## From Beginner to Data Visualization Expert
Whether you're new to data visualization or looking to expand your skills, this Track has you covered. You'll start by learning the fundamental principles of the grammar of graphics, the foundation of ggplot2. As you progress, you'll explore intermediate features such as facets, coordinate systems, and statistics, enabling you to create more complex and informative plots.
## Create Stunning Visualizations with ggplot2
Discover how to:
- Produce meaningful and visually appealing plots using ggplot2
- Customize plots with colors, themes, and labels to highlight key insights
- Use facets to display multiple plots simultaneously for easy comparison
- Apply coordinate systems to handle different data types and plot requirements
- Incorporate statistical analysis directly into your visualizations
## Best Practices for Effective Data Storytelling
In the final course, you'll dive into data visualization best practices in R. Learn how to choose the right chart type for your data and audience, explore alternative visualization techniques, and enhance your plots with perception-driven style improvements. You'll also discover three common plot types to avoid and how to replace them with more effective alternatives.
## Advance Your Data Science Career
Data visualization is a critical skill for data scientists, analysts, and researchers. By completing this Track, you'll be equipped to:
- Create compelling data narratives that influence decision-making
- Collaborate effectively with stakeholders across your organization
- Stand out in the job market with in-demand data visualization expertise
- Explore advanced topics in data visualization and visual analytics
Whether you're a data professional looking to enhance your skillset or a beginner seeking to launch a career in data science, this Track will provide you with the tools and knowledge to excel in data visualization using R and ggplot2.
Overview
Syllabus
- Introduction to Data Visualization with ggplot2
- Learn to produce meaningful and beautiful data visualizations with ggplot2 by understanding the grammar of graphics.
- Intermediate Data Visualization with ggplot2
- Learn to use facets, coordinate systems and statistics in ggplot2 to create meaningful explanatory plots.
- Visualization Best Practices in R
- Learn to effectively convey your data with an overview of common charts, alternative visualization types, and perception-driven style enhancements.
Taught by
Nicholas Strayer and Rick Scavetta