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Just earned my Data Visualization Certification from DataCamp! Excited to share that I’ve mastered the art of turning complex data into compelling stories. This course taught me to choose the right visualizations for my datasets and interpret common plots like histograms, scatter plots, line plots, and bar plots1. I’ve gained hands-on experience with over 20 datasets, exploring topics from global life expectancies to the greatest hip-hop songs2. Learned best practices for using colors and shapes, and how to sidestep common visualization pitfalls3. Can’t wait to apply these skills to make data-driven decisions and create impactful visuals that speak volumes! #DataVisualization #DataStorytelling #ChartsAndGraphs #LifelongLearning #DataAnalysis

I'm happy to tell you that I got a new certificate: Understanding Data Visualization from DataCamp! Thanks to #Datacamp and Universitarios por los ODS I acquired a better knowledge in Data Visualization, let's keep learning!!! 👨💻 #UxODS #Datacamp #DCDonates #datascience #dataengineering #artificialintelligence #machinelearning #deeplearning

👋 Excited to share that I've completed the "Understanding Data Visualization" course on DataCamp! 📊🎉 Ready to leverage these skills to unlock insights and make data come alive! #DataVisualization #DataCamp #Enetcom

Day 24 of #100daysoflearningwithI4G I finished this course and moved on to Data Communication concepts. This course was a refresher on statistics but added other visualizations such as bar plots, rose plots and pie plots. I learnt about interpreting each visualization and its best use case. I also learnt about visualizing data using color with the chroma-luminance hue and transparency theory and also how to reduce chartjunk which are outliers that make the visualization a bit hard to interpret to the reader. The reader should be able to extract insights from the visualization at a glance without having to strain so much. Overall it was a good course and I learnt a lot. #Datacamp

I recently completed the "Understanding Data Visualization" course on DataCamp, where I learned to use charts, graphs, and maps to communicate complex data effectively. The course covered how to select the most appropriate visualizations for various datasets and how to interpret common plot types like histograms, scatter plots, line plots, and bar plots. Additionally, I gained insights into best practices for using colors and shapes in plots and how to avoid common pitfalls. Through hands-on exercises, I explored over 20 datasets, including global life expectancies, Los Angeles home prices, ESPN's 100 most famous athletes, and the greatest hip-hop songs of all time. These practical experiences enhanced my ability to visually analyze and present data, making complex information more accessible and understandable.

💯 Really enjoyed this one: quick, straight-no-chaser, very interesting course to kickstart the Why, When, and How regarding the effective use of various plot types such as histograms, scatter plots, box plots, and line plots, depending on the type of variables we're analyzing (continuous or categorical). It also goes further into a bit more complex visualizations like pair plots and correlation heatmaps, which are super useful for analyzing multiple variables simultaneously. It finishes off with a nice "call to arms" on minimizing chartjunk and avoiding some (sometimes rather scandalous) bad practices. 🏆 Nice one, DataCamp. 😎📈 #DataVisualization #Analytics #DataScience #ContinuousLearning #ProfessionalDevelopment #ContinuousImprovement #DataInsights #VisualizationTechniques #SkillBuilding #DataCamp

Thrilled to have completed the "Understanding Data Visualization" course! through DataCamp. Now equipped with new skills to turn data into compelling visuals for informed decision-making. #DataVisualization #DataStorytelling #ProfessionalDevelopment

Just completed this course from Richard Cotton on DataCamp! Data visualization isn't just about creating pretty charts; it's an essential tool for understanding information and making evidence-based decisions. Knowing which type of graph to use for each situation and dataset is key to communicating ideas clearly and accurately. #PowerBI #DataAnalysis #IT

🚀 Exciting Learnings from My Latest Data Visualization Course on DataCamp! 📊 I just wrapped up an incredibly hands-on course on data visualization, and I can't wait to share what I’ve learned! 🎉 As a data engineer in training, mastering the ability to visualise data is a critical step in understanding complex datasets and communicating insights clearly. This course covered everything from understanding the value of histograms, scatter plots, and line plots to diving deep into interpreting correlation heatmaps and avoiding common pitfalls in plot design. Using real-world datasets like global life expectancies, housing prices in LA, and even ESPN’s most famous athletes, I learned how to choose the right chart for the right data. Whether it was exploring the impact of colour and shape to make visualisations more meaningful or tackling tricky topics like logarithmic scales and dual axes, I gained valuable insights that will help me in my journey as a data engineer. Data is such a powerful asset of any business, and being able to interpret and present data accurately is key to making intelligent, data-driven decisions. This course not only boosted my confidence in plotting, but also taught me the best practices to ensure my visuals convey the right story to any audience. #DataEngineering #DataVisualization

I just finished this awesome course on understanding data visualization.