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Mastering Matplotlib 2.x
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Mastering Matplotlib 2.x

by Benjamin Walter Keller
November 2018
Beginner to intermediate
214 pages
5h 2m
English
Packt Publishing

Overview

Mastering Matplotlib 2.x guides you through the art and science of creating sophisticated data visualizations with Python's powerful Matplotlib library. You will start by learning the basics of plotting and customizing your charts, progressing to more advanced topics such as 3D visualization, geospatial data display, and creating interactive plots using Jupyter Notebook.

What this Book will help me do

  • Create complex and highly customizable data plots using Matplotlib.
  • Effectively visualize data in three dimensions, including geospatial data.
  • Use advanced matplotlib features to represent non-Cartesian and vector data.
  • Build interactive visualizations using Jupyter Notebook and Python.
  • Develop special-purpose and movie-style plots to enhance data representation.

Author(s)

None Keller is a seasoned software engineer and data visualization enthusiast with years of experience using Python for data analysis. Their practical and hands-on approach ensures that readers can directly apply the concepts taught in their projects. None aims to make advanced visualization techniques accessible to all.

Who is it for?

This book is perfect for developers, scientists, and analysts who need sophisticated visualization tools for their projects. Prior experience with Python and basic familiarity with Matplotlib will help you get the most out of the book. If you're looking to deepen your understanding of data visualization or to create interactive and advanced visualizations, this book is for you.

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Publisher Resources

ISBN: 9781789617696