February 2025
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Data Story: Explain Data and Inspire Action Through Story.
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Data Story: Explain Data and Inspire Action Through Story by Nancy Duarte is a compelling guide that teaches readers how to transform data into persuasive narratives. The book emphasizes the importance of storytelling in data communication, providing practical techniques to make data more engaging and actionable. The book begins by…
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Data Viz Project: The World’s Biggest Library of Data Visualizations.
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The Data Viz Project is an online platform dedicated to data visualization, created by the agency Ferdio. This site offers a vast collection of data visualization examples, categorized by type, function, and complexity. It serves as a source of inspiration and reference for professionals working with data analysis, helping them…
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Good Charts: Smarter Data Visualization.
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Good Charts: The HBR Guide to Making Smarter, More Persuasive Data Visualizations by Scott Berinato is a comprehensive guide aimed at helping individuals and organizations create effective and impactful data visualizations. The book emphasizes the importance of good charts in communicating ideas and influencing decision-making processes. The book begins by…
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Solar Eclipses: Data & Stories Exploration.
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A total solar eclipse is a fascinating astronomical phenomenon where the moon passes between the Earth and the sun, completely blocking the sunlight in certain areas. The Washington Post article highlights all the total solar eclipses that will occur during a person’s lifetime, offering a comprehensive and detailed view of…
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The World Factbook – CIA.
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The World Factbook website, maintained by the CIA, is a comprehensive source of information on various aspects of 265 world entities. It provides detailed data on each country’s history, population, government, economy, energy, geography, environment, communications, transportation, military, terrorism, and transnational issues. For data analysts, the World Factbook is a…
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A History of Data Visualization and Graphic Communication.
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A History of Data Visualization and Graphic Communication by Michael Friendly and Howard Wainer is a comprehensive exploration of the evolution of data visualization and its impact on how we understand and solve problems. The book delves into the origins, rise, and significance of graphic communication, highlighting its indispensable role…
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The Strategic Data Playbook.
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The Strategic Data Playbook: A Six-Step Data Strategy Framework to Turn Your Company into a Data-Driven Powerhouse by Wissen Lau is a comprehensive guide designed to help organizations harness the power of data to drive innovation, insights, and success. The book emphasizes the importance of a clear data strategy and…
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The Power of Data Storytelling: Lessons from the Map of Napoleon’s March.
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The map of Napoleon’s march to Russia, created by Charles Joseph Minard, is often cited as an iconic example of data storytelling and data visualization. This graphic not only presents data but tells a powerful story about Napoleon’s disastrous campaign in 1812. Minard managed to synthesize complex information into a…
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Data Storytelling: Agile Planning for Insight-Driven Communication.
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Unlocking the Power of Data Storytelling In today’s data-driven world, the ability to communicate insights effectively is crucial. Stefano Carnevalli’s book, “Data Storytelling: Agile Planning for Insight-Driven Communication,” offers a comprehensive guide to mastering this skill. The book introduces the Data Storytelling Canvas, a tool that helps professionals organize their…
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AI Literacy Fundamentals: Helping You Join the AI Conversation.
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Understanding AI Literacy Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming various aspects of our lives, from how we work to how we interact with technology. However, understanding AI can be daunting for many. “AI Literacy Fundamentals: Helping You Join the AI Conversation” by Ben Jones serves as an essential primer for…