Learning Tableau 2019 - Third Edition

Example data

Before we get started with some examples, let's consider a sample dataset that will be used for the examples in this chapter. It's simple and small, which means we will be able to easily see how the calculations are being done.

This dataset is included as Vacation Rentals.csv in the \Learning Tableau\Chapter 04 directory of this book's resources, and is also included in the Chapter 4 workbook as a data source named Vacation Rentals:

Rental Property	First name	Last name	Start	End	Discount	Rent
112-Avalon Coast	Mary	Slessor	Dec 2	Dec 9	$150	$1,500
112-Avalon Coast	Amy	Carmichael	Dec 9	Dec 15	$0	$1,500
155-Beach Breeze	Charles	Ryrie	Dec 2	Dec 9	$260	$1,300
155-Beach ...