Introduction

Data-driven organizations are becoming increasingly visual in how they see and interact with data. This section begins with a brief history on visual communication and the reinvigorated role of data visualization as an analysis and storytelling mechanism. Key design concepts and data visualization best practices will be reviewed. This section will also explore the data visualization continuum, with emphasis on exploratory and explanatory graphics, as well as the power of pictures in infographics and iconography.

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