Getting Started with Tableau 2018.x

Leverage the power of Tableau to get actionable business insights and make better business decisionsKey FeaturesExplore all the new features of Tableau 2018.xBegin your Tableau journey by understanding its core functionalitiesApply advanced techniques such as data blending and parameters to make the best of TableauBook DescriptionTableau is one of the leading business intelligence tools used worldwide, in organizations of every scale. In its latest release, Tableau 2018 promises richer and more useful features related to visual analytics, reporting, dashboarding, and a host of other data visualization aspects. Getting Started with Tableau 2018.x will get you up and running with these features.The book starts with all the new functionalities of the different Tableau 2018 versions, along with concrete examples of how to use them. However, if you're new to Tableau, don't worry! The rest of the book will guide you through each major aspect of Tableau with examples. You'll learn how to connect to data, build a data source, visualize your data, build a dashboard, and share it online. In the final chapters, you'll also learn advanced techniques such as creating a cross-database join, data blending, and more.By the end of the book, you will have a firm understanding of how to effectively use Tableau to create quick, cost-effective, and business-efficient business intelligence solutions.Please note that color versions of all the black and white images in this book can be downloaded from packtpub.com/sites/default/files/downloads/9781788838689_ColorImages.pdfWhat you will learnDiscover new functionalities such as density, extensions, and transparency introduced in Tableau 2018.xConnect tables and make transformations such as pivoting the field and splitting columnsBuild an efficient data source for your analysisDesign insightful data visualization using different mark types and propertiesBuild powerful dashboards and stories Share your work and interact with Tableau ServerUse Tableau to explore your data and find new insightsExplore Tableau's advanced features and gear up for upcoming challengesWho this book is forIf you're a beginner or an existing BI professional looking to get the most out of Tableau 2018's latest features, this book is for you. You'll also find this book useful if you're an aspiring analyst who wants to learn the capabilities of Tableau to answer business-specific questions. No prior knowledge or experience with Tableau or any other Business Intelligence tool is necessary.Table of ContentsCatching Up with Tableau 2018The Tableau CoreA First Dashboard and ExplorationConnect to Data and Simple TransformationsBuild an Efficient Data SourceDesign Insightful Visualizations - Part 1Design Insightful Visualizations - Part 2Create Powerful Dashboards and StoriesPublish and Interact in Tableau ServerAn Introduction to CalculationsAnalytics and ParametersAdvanced Data ConnectionsDeal with SecurityHow to Keep Growing Your Skills