A visually intuitive approach to statistical data analysis Visual Statistics brings the most complex and advanced statistical methods within reach of those with little statistical training by using animated graphics of the data. Using ViSta: The Visual Statistics System-developed by Forrest Young and Pedro Valero-Mora and available free of charge on the Internet-students can easily create fully interactive visualizations from relevant mathematical statistics, promoting perceptual and cognitive understanding of the data's story. An emphasis is placed on a paradigm for understanding data that is visual, intuitive, geometric, and active, rather than one that relies on convoluted logic, heavy mathematics, systems of algebraic equations, or passive acceptance of results. A companion Web site complements the book by further demonstrating the concept of creating interactive and dynamic graphics. The book provides users with the opportunity to view the graphics in a dynamic way by illustrating how to analyze statistical data and explore the concepts of visual statistics. Visual Statistics addresses and features the following topics: * Why use dynamic graphics? * A history of statistical graphics * Visual statistics and the graphical user interface * Visual statistics and the scientific method * Character-based statistical interface objects * Graphics-based statistical interfaces * Visualization for exploring univariate data This is an excellent textbook for undergraduate courses in data analysis and regression, for students majoring or minoring in statistics, mathematics, science, engineering, and computer science, as well as for graduate-level courses in mathematics. The book is also ideal as a reference/self-study guide for engineers, scientists, and mathematicians. With contributions by highly regarded professionals in the field, Visual Statistics not only improves a student's understanding of statistics, but also builds confidence to overcome problems that may have previously been intimidating.

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Discover your data and create reports in an elegant and intuitive web-based interface! SAS Visual Analytics for SAS Viya is a practical guide designed to get you started investigating your data and creating reports with SAS Visual Analytics, a web-based tool that enables you to explore huge volumes of data to identify patterns, trends, and opportunities. Learn how to report, share, and collaborate on insights from data with no SAS programming skills necessary – this book is accessible to all, including decision makers, business analysts, report creators, and citizen data scientists. SAS Visual Analytics for SAS Viya first introduces the basics needed to prepare and explore your data, make discoveries, and create a report in SAS Visual Analytics. Then, the second section describes more advanced topics, such as using automated explanation and creating advanced interactive reports with parameters. The book covers: Adding and manipulating data items within SAS Visual Analytics Analyzing data with SAS Visual Analytics Designing and sharing reports using SAS Visual Analytics Demonstrations and practices are included for you to follow to gain hands-on experience with SAS Visual Analytics, and the data sets used in the book are also provided to download.

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Analytical reasoning techniques are methods by which users explore their data to obtain insight and knowledge that can directly support situational awareness and decision making. Recently, the analytical reasoning process has been augmented through the use of interactive visual representations and tools which utilize cognitive, design and perceptual principles. These tools are commonly referred to as visual analytics tools, and the underlying methods and principles have roots in a variety of disciplines. This chapter provides an introduction to young researchers as an overview of common visual representations and statistical analysis methods utilized in a variety of visual analytics systems. The application and design of visualization and analytical algorithms are subject to design decisions, parameter choices, and many conflicting requirements. As such, this chapter attempts to provide an initial set of guidelines for the creation of the visual representation, including pitfalls and areas where the graphics can be enhanced through interactive exploration. Basic analytical methods are explored as a means of enhancing the visual analysis process, moving from visual analysis to visual analytics. Table of Contents: Data Types / Color Schemes / Data Preconditioning / Visual Representations and Analysis / Summary

Master the Fundamentals of Modern Visual Analytics--and Craft Compelling Visual Narratives in Tableau! Do you need to persuade or inform people? Do you have data? Then you need to master visual analytics and visual storytelling. Today, the #1 tool for telling visual stories with data is Tableau, and demand for Tableau skills is soaring. In Visual Analytics Fundamentals, renowned visual storyteller and analytics professor Lindy Ryan introduces all the fundamental visual analytics knowledge, cognitive and perceptual concepts, and hands-on Tableau techniques you'll need. Ryan puts core analytics and visual concepts upfront, so you'll always know exactly what you're trying to accomplish and can apply this knowledge with any tool. Building on this foundation, she presents classroom-proven guided exercises for translating ideas into reality with Tableau 2022. You'll learn how to organize data and structure analysis with stories in mind, embrace exploration and visual discovery, and articulate your findings with rich data, well-curated visualizations, and skillfully crafted narrative frameworks. Ryan's insider tips take you far beyond the basics--and you'll rely on her expert checklists for years to come. Communicate more powerfully by applying scientific knowledge of the human brain Get started with the Tableau platform and Tableau Desktop 2022 Connect data and quickly prepare it for analysis Ask questions that help you keep data firmly in context Choose the right charts, graphs, and maps for each project--and avoid the wrong ones Craft storyboards that reflect your message and audience Direct attention to what matters most Build data dashboards that guide people towards meaningful outcomes Master advanced visualizations, including timelines, Likert scales, and lollipop charts This book has only one prerequisite: your desire to communicate insights from data in ways that are memorable and actionable. It's for executives and professionals sharing important results, students writing reports or presentations, teachers cultivating data literacy, journalists making sense of complex trends. . . . practically everyone! Don't even have Tableau? Download your free trial of Tableau Desktop and let's get started!

Gain Powerful Insights with SAS Viya! Whether you are an executive, departmental decision maker, or analyst, the need to leverage data and analytical techniques in order make critical business decisions is now crucial to every part of an organization. Smart Data Discovery with SAS Viya: Powerful Techniques for Deeper Insights provides you with the necessary knowledge and skills to conduct a smart discovery process and empower you to ask more complex questions using your data. The book highlights key components of a smart data discovery process utilizing advanced machine learning techniques, powerful capabilities from SAS Viya, and finally brings it all together using real examples and applications. With its step-by-step approach and integrated examples, the book provides a relevant and practical guide to insight discovery that goes beyond traditional charts and graphs. By showcasing the powerful visual modeling capabilities of SAS Viya, it also opens up the world of advanced analytics and machine learning techniques to a much broader set of audiences.