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DATA REQUIREMENTS FOR VISUALIZATION

DATA VISUALIZATION
For effective data visualization, you need to consider several key
requirements to ensure that your visualizations are accurate, informative,
and engaging. Here’s a rundown of essential data requirements:

1. Data Quality
2. Data Structure
3. Data Dimensions
4. Data Relationships
5. Data Volume
6. Data Access and Security
7. Data Preparation
8. Data Context
9. Visualization Objectives
10.Tools and Technology
1.Data Quality
Accuracy: Data should be correct and free from errors.
Consistency: Data should be consistent across different sources and formats.
Completeness: Ensure you have all the necessary data points. Missing data can lead to
misleading visualizations.
Validity: Data should be relevant and appropriate for the visualization purpose.

2. Data Structure
Format: Data should be in a format suitable for visualization tools (e.g., CSV, JSON, Excel).
Granularity: Determine the level of detail needed. Granular data might be needed for
in-depth analysis, while aggregated data might suffice for high-level summaries.(small
grains or particles)
Types: Ensure that you have the right types of data (e.g., categorical, numerical, time-
series).

3. Data Dimensions
Categorical Variables: For grouping data (e.g., regions, product categories).
Quantitative Variables: For measuring and comparing (e.g., sales figures, temperature).
Temporal Variables: For time-based data (e.g., dates, timestamps).
4.Data Relationships
Hierarchies: Data might have hierarchical relationships (e.g., country > state > city).
Correlations: Understand relationships between variables (e.g., sales vs. marketing spend).

5. Data Volume
Size: Be aware of the volume of data; large datasets may require special handling or processing.
Scalability: Ensure the visualization tool can handle the data size and complexity.

6.Data Access and Security


Permissions: Ensure you have the right to use and visualize the data.
Confidentiality: Handle sensitive data appropriately to avoid breaches.

7. Data Preparation
Cleaning: Remove duplicates, handle missing values, and correct errors.
Transformation: Convert data into a format suitable for visualization (e.g., aggregating data,
calculating ratios).

8. Data Context
Purpose: Understand the goal of the visualization (e.g., analysis, presentation, storytelling).
Audience: Tailor the visualization to the needs and understanding of your audience.
9.Visualization Objectives
Clarity: Ensure that the visualization clearly conveys the intended message.
Relevance: Choose appropriate chart types and designs that fit the data and objectives.

10. Tools and Technology


Software:Use visualization tools that match your data complexity and visualization needs (e.g., Tableau,
Power BI, D3.js).
Integration: Ensure compatibility with other data sources and systems.

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