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Different Types of Tasks For Visualization

The document discusses different types of tasks for visualization in data analytics. It identifies 12 common task types, including exploratory data analysis, pattern identification, correlation analysis, time series analysis, distribution analysis, comparative analysis, geospatial analysis, anomaly detection, predictive model evaluation, dashboard creation, text and sentiment analysis, and interactive data exploration. For each task type, it provides the goal of the task and examples of suitable visualization techniques.

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Different Types of Tasks For Visualization

The document discusses different types of tasks for visualization in data analytics. It identifies 12 common task types, including exploratory data analysis, pattern identification, correlation analysis, time series analysis, distribution analysis, comparative analysis, geospatial analysis, anomaly detection, predictive model evaluation, dashboard creation, text and sentiment analysis, and interactive data exploration. For each task type, it provides the goal of the task and examples of suitable visualization techniques.

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Different Types of Tasks for

Visualization
Different Types of Tasks for Visualization
• Data visualization plays a crucial role in various tasks within the field of data analytics.
Different types of tasks for visualization can be categorized based on the goals and objectives of
the analysis. Here are some common types of tasks for visualization in data analytics:
1. Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA):
• Task: Understand the structure, patterns, and relationships within the data.
• Visualization Techniques: Scatter plots, histograms, box plots, pair plots, and heatmaps are often used for
EDA.
2. Pattern Identification:
• Task: Identify trends, outliers, clusters, or any recurring patterns in the data.
• Visualization Techniques: Line charts, area charts, heatmaps, and clustering visualizations are useful for
pattern identification.
3. Correlation Analysis:
• Task: Explore and understand relationships between different variables in the dataset.
• Visualization Techniques: Scatter plots, correlation matrices, and network graphs help visualize
correlations.
Different Types of Tasks for Visualization
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4. Time Series Analysis:
• Task: Analyze data points over time to identify trends, seasonality, or anomalies.
• Visualization Techniques: Time series plots, line charts, and calendar heatmaps are common for time series
analysis.
5. Distribution Analysis:
• Task: Examine the distribution of data and identify key statistical measures.
• Visualization Techniques: Histograms, box plots, kernel density plots, and violin plots are used for distribution
analysis.
6. Comparative Analysis:
• Task: Compare different groups, categories, or datasets to identify differences or similarities.
• Visualization Techniques: Bar charts, stacked bar charts, grouped bar charts, and radar charts are useful for
comparative analysis.
7. Geospatial Analysis:
• Task: Visualize and analyze data that has a spatial component.
• Visualization Techniques: Choropleth maps, scatter plots on maps, and bubble maps are common for geospatial
analysis.
Different Types of Tasks for Visualization
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8. Anomaly Detection:
• Task: Identify unusual or unexpected patterns in the data.
• Visualization Techniques: Box plots, scatter plots, and heatmaps can be used to highlight
anomalies.
9. Predictive Model Evaluation:
• Task: Evaluate the performance of predictive models by comparing predicted vs. actual outcomes.
• Visualization Techniques: ROC curves, precision-recall curves, and confusion matrices are often
used for model evaluation.
10. Dashboard Creation:
• Task: Compile multiple visualizations into a cohesive dashboard for comprehensive data
monitoring and decision-making.
• Visualization Techniques: Various charts, graphs, and tables can be combined in dashboards
using tools like Tableau, Power BI, or custom web-based solutions.
Different Types of Tasks for Visualization
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11. Text and Sentiment Analysis:
• Task: Analyze text data to extract insights, sentiment, or key themes.
• Visualization Techniques: Word clouds, sentiment analysis charts, and network graphs for
text analysis.
12. Interactive Data Exploration:
• Task: Allow users to explore data interactively and gain insights based on their preferences.
• Visualization Techniques: Use interactive charts and dashboards that allow users to filter,
drill down, and explore data dynamically.

• These tasks demonstrate the diverse range of applications for data visualization in
data analytics. The choice of visualization techniques depends on the specific goals
of the analysis and the nature of the data being explored.

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