Using Python Altair for Data Storytelling

Gain insights into using Python Altair for data storytelling. Learn about the DIKW pyramid and craft interactive visualizations to effectively convey complex ideas and narratives through data.

Intermediate

70 Lessons

17h

Certificate of Completion

Gain insights into using Python Altair for data storytelling. Learn about the DIKW pyramid and craft interactive visualizations to effectively convey complex ideas and narratives through data.

AI-POWERED

Explanations

AI-POWERED

Explanations

This course includes

2 Assessments
184 Playgrounds
6 Quizzes

This course includes

2 Assessments
184 Playgrounds
6 Quizzes

Course Overview

Altair, a versatile Python library, empowers you to craft visually compelling and interactive data visualizations. Acquiring proficiency in Altair unlocks new avenues for effectively conveying insights and narratives through data. The course begins by introducing the concept of data storytelling and the DIKW pyramid. Then, you’ll learn why Altair is a valuable tool for developers interested in data storytelling and how it can enhance their ability to effectively communicate complex ideas. Next, the course ...Show More

TAKEAWAY SKILLS

Data Storytelling

Data Visualization

Python

What You'll Learn

An understanding of Python Altair and its application to data storytelling

The ability to build compelling data stories by combining Altair and the DIKW pyramid

Familiarity with core components of Altair, including basic charts, channels, marks, layering, and annotations

What You'll Learn

An understanding of Python Altair and its application to data storytelling

Show more

Course Content

1.

What is Data Storytelling?

Learn how to use Python's Altair for compelling data storytelling, engaging audiences and driving action.
2.

Using Altair for Data Storytelling

Get started with using Altair's declarative library for creating effective data visualizations.
3.

The DIKW Pyramid

Master the steps to transform raw data into wisdom through analysis, context, and actionable insights.
4.

Introducing the Concept of Data

Grasp the fundamentals of data varities, handling, and visualization to enhance storytelling.
5.

Getting Familiar with Unknown Data

Take a look at various data visualizations like bar, line, area, scatter, and more.

Assessment 1

Assessment

6.

Introducing the Concept of Information

9 Lessons

Investigate the process of transforming data into actionable insights through visualization.
7.

Data Modeling

2 Lessons

Master data modeling with regression and kernel density estimation in Python Altair.
8.

Knowledge

12 Lessons

Sharpen your skills in effectively crafting, visualizing, and communicating data stories using Altair.
9.

Wisdom

4 Lessons

Walk through using wisdom, CTAs, compound charts, and web publishing in data storytelling.

Assessment 2

Assessment

10.

Case Studies

2 Lessons

Break apart how to transform data into persuasive calls to action using Altair.
11.

Wrap Up

1 Lesson

Apply your skills to create compelling data narratives using Altair and related technologies.
12.

Appendix

1 Lesson

Solve problems in installing Altair with pip or conda for data visualization.

Course Author

Trusted by 1.4 million developers working at companies

Anthony Walker

@_webarchitect_

Emma Bostian 🐞

@EmmaBostian

Evan Dunbar

ML Engineer

Carlos Matias La Borde

Software Developer

Souvik Kundu

Front-end Developer

Vinay Krishnaiah

Software Developer

Eric Downs

Musician/Entrepeneur

Kenan Eyvazov

DevOps Engineer

Anthony Walker

@_webarchitect_

Emma Bostian 🐞

@EmmaBostian

Hands-on Learning Powered by AI

See how Educative uses AI to make your learning more immersive than ever before.

Instant Code Feedback

Evaluate and debug your code with the click of a button. Get real-time feedback on test cases, including time and space complexity of your solutions.

AI-Powered Mock Interviews

Adaptive Learning

Explain with AI

AI Code Mentor