Tableau Desktop - Part 1

Introduction:

Drowning in spreadsheets and scattered data, but struggling to find clear answers? Many professionals waste hours searching for insights, only to end up with confusing reports and missed opportunities. Tableau Desktop: Part 1 provides the solution with a hands-on course that empowers you to connect, analyze, and visualize data, transforming chaos into compelling dashboards and actionable insights—no coding required.

With over 90% of the world’s data created in just the last two years, the ability to turn raw information into meaningful insights has become a critical skill. Tableau is the industry-leading platform for intuitive data analysis and visualization, trusted by organizations worldwide. In this course, you’ll learn how to build interactive dashboards, create dynamic reports, and tell clear data-driven stories that inform smarter decisions. Whether you’re new to data visualization or preparing for Tableau certification, you’ll leave with the skills to make a measurable impact.

Objectives:

This course equips you with the essential Tableau skills to analyze data, build dashboards, and prepare for the Tableau Desktop Specialist certification exam.
You will learn to:

Navigate Tableau and configure core functions with confidence
Connect to data sources, prepare data, and manage fields effectively
Create and customize impactful visualizations and dashboards
Apply filters, groups, and annotations to highlight key insights
Build the knowledge needed to succeed on the Tableau Desktop Specialist exam

Course Outline:

Lesson 1: Tableau Fundamentals

  • Overview of Tableau
  • Navigate the Tableau Desktop Interface

Lesson 2: Connecting to and Preparing Data

  • Connect to Data
  • Save Workbook and Extract Files
  • Build a Data Model
  • Prepare Data for Analysis

Lesson 3: Exploring Data with Views and Visualizations

  • Create Views and Visualizations
  • Edit Visualizations to Support Data Analysis
  • Create and Use Hierarchies
  • Perform Quick Table Calculations

Lesson 4: Managing, Sorting, and Grouping Data

  • Manage Fields
  • Sort Data
  • Group Data

Lesson 5: Saving, Publishing, and Sharing Data

  • Save Data Sources
  • Publish Data Sources
  • Share and Publish Workbooks

Lesson 6: Filtering Data

  • Configure Basic Filters
  • Configure Advanced Filter Options
  • Create Interactive Filters

Lesson 7: Customizing Visualizations

  • Format and Annotate Views
  • Emphasize Data in Visualizations
  • Create Animated Workbooks
  • Apply Best Practices for Visual Design

Lesson 8: Creating and Enhancing Dashboards

  • Create Dashboards
  • Enhance Dashboards with Actions
  • Create Mobile Dashboards

Lesson 9: Creating and Enhancing Stories

  • Create Stories
  • Enhance Stories with Tooltips

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