Description
Data visualisation is about clear and effective communication. This method is a way to translate complex or confusing data, into meaningful and powerful graphics that people understand. In more recent years it has become an active area of research, teaching and development.
Vitaly Friedman in his article about modern approaches to data visualisaion identifies seven subjects of data visualisation:
- Mindmaps
- Articles and resources
- Tools and services
- Displaying news
- Displaying data
- Displaying connections
- Displaying websites
Value
- Creates a more effective way to communicate sparse or complex data sets
- Supports information, strengthens it and presents it within a provoking and sensitive context
- Combines strong visual appeal with effective presentation of information
Further Reading
Data visualisation and info graphics
Modern approaches to data visualisation
