Tableau Desktop: Advanced

Explore the creation of innovative charts and dashboards tailored for complex data analysis using Tableau Desktop in this intensive 2-day instructor-led course. Delve into scenario-based data visualization challenges to enhance proficiency with calculations and master advanced chart techniques. Apply these advanced skills within your Tableau environment to unlock the full potential of your organization’s data capabilities.

Duration: 2 days | Level: Advanced | Language: English | Price: $900

Each class runs for about 4-5 hours per day. All three classes can be scheduled within a 2-week period, offering greater flexibility to accommodate your availability.

Upon Completing This Class, You Will Be Able To:

  • Apply advanced calculations to gain deeper insights into your data.
  • Integrate advanced chart types for enhanced data analysis.
  • Implement advanced dashboarding techniques to optimize display effectiveness.
  • Utilize calculations, parameters, and table calculations synergistically.
  • Apply Tableau techniques to tackle common use case scenarios effectively.
  • Format your visualizations and dashboards to maximize impact and clarity.
  1. Calculations in Tableau
  • Conducting Tableau and Datasource Interaction
  • Following Tableau Order of Operations
  • Types of Calculations
  • Number Functions
  • String Functions
  • Date Functions
  • Type Conversion Functions
  • Logical Functions
  • Aggregate Functions
  • User Functions Integration
  • Considerations for Calculated Fields
        2. Advanced Table Calculations
  • Types of Table Calculations
  • Common Use Cases
  • Table Calculation Scope and Direction
  • Customizing Table Calculations
  • Applying Filters and Table Calculations
  • Building a Pareto Chart
        3. Level of Detail Expressions
  • Types of Level of Detail Expressions
  • Applying FIXED Level of Detail (LOD) Expressions
  • Combining Filters and LOD Expressions
  • Including LOD Expressions
  • Excluding LOD Expressions
  • Nesting LOD Expressions
  • Comparing Types of Calculations
      4. Time-Based Data
  • Scenario: Sparklines
  • Scenario: Control Charts
  • Scenario: Bump Charts
  • Scenario: Slope Chart
      5. Geographical Analysis
  • Scenario: Map Density with Hexbins
  • Using Marks Layers for Maps
  • Scenario: Spatial Files
      6. Advanced Dashboard Techniques
  • Determining Dashboard Audience
  • Constructing Dashboard Layout
  • Applying Dashboard Visual Elements
  • Implementing Dashboard Interactive Elements
      7. Dashboard UX
  • Using Parameters, filters, sets, highlights and actions to enhance dashboard user experience
  • Using Dynamic Zone Visibility to enhance user experience
It’s simple! We’ll set up a Zoom or Google Meet and share screens. No worries — your camera can stay off if you prefer. Just screens and our voices to guide you through the process! Software Requirements:
  • Tableau Desktop Professional or Tableau Desktop Public or Tableau Public Web Authoring
  • Zoom or Google Meet