AIML Research Group
Data Visualization Techniques
E. Saraswathi,
Assistant Professor , Department of CSE,
SRMIST, Ramapuram
Definition
Data visualization is the process of creating graphical
representations of information.
Data Visualization Tools are software platforms that provide
information in a visual format such as a graph, chart, etc to
make it easily understandable and usable.
Data Visualization Techniques
Pie Chart
• A pie chart is a type of graph
representing data in a circular form,
with each slice of the circle
representing a fraction or proportionate
part of the whole.
• All slices of the pie add up to make the
whole equaling 100 percent and 360
degrees.
Fig1: Number of students in sports category
Bar Chart
• A classic bar chart, or bar graph, is
another common and easy-to-use
method of data visualization.
• In this type of visualization, one axis
of the chart shows the categories being
compared, and the other, a measured
value.
• The length of the bar indicates how
each group measures according to the
value.
Fig 2: Students Favorite Candy Flavors
Histogram
Histograms illustrate the distribution of
data over a continuous interval or defined
period.
These visualizations are helpful in
identifying where values are concentrated,
as well as where there are gaps or unusual
values.
Fig 3: Histogram of Results on a Mathematics Examination
Gannt Chart
• Gantt charts are particularly
common in project management, as
It is useful in illustrating a project
timeline or progression of tasks.
• In this type of chart, tasks to be
performed are listed on the vertical
axis and time intervals on the
horizontal axis.
• Horizontal bars in the body of the
chart represent the duration of each
Fig: 4 Project Flow
activity.
Heatmap
• A heat map is a type of visualization
used to show differences in data
through variations in color.
• These charts use color to communicate
values in a way that makes it easy for
the viewer to quickly identify trends.
• Having a clear legend is necessary in
order for a user to successfully read
and interpret a heatmap.
Fig:5 Top Smartphone Ratings by Features
A Box and Whisker Plot
A box and whisker plot, or box plot,
provides a visual summary of data
through its quartiles.
First, a box is drawn from the first
quartile to the third of the data set.
A line within the box represents the
median. “Whiskers,” or lines, are then
drawn extending from the box to the
minimum (lower extreme) and maximum
(upper extreme).
Outliers are represented by individual
points that are in-line with the whiskers.
Example
Waterfall Chart
A waterfall chart is a visual
representation that illustrates how a value
changes as it’s influenced by different
factors, such as time.
The main goal of this chart is to show the
viewer how a value has grown or declined
over a defined period.
For example, waterfall charts are popular
for showing spending or earnings over
time.
Area Chart
• An area chart, or area graph, is a
variation on a basic line graph in which
the area underneath the line is shaded
to represent the total value of each data
point.
• When several data series must be
compared on the same graph, stacked
area charts are used.
Scatter plot
A scatter plot displays data for two
variables as represented by points plotted
against the horizontal and vertical axis.
This type of data visualization is useful in
illustrating the relationships that exist
between variables and can be used to
identify trends or correlations in data.
Correlation Matrix
• A correlation matrix is a table that
shows correlation coefficients between
variables.
• Each cell represents the relationship
between two variables, and a color
scale is used to communicate whether
the variables are correlated and to what
extent.
Timeline
Timelines are the most effective way to
visualize a sequence of events in
chronological order.
They’re typically linear, with key events
outlined along the axis. Timelines are
used to communicate time-related
information and display historical data.
Highlight Table
• A highlight table is a more engaging
alternative to traditional tables.
• By highlighting cells in the table with
color, you can make it easier for
viewers to quickly spot trends and
patterns in the data.
• These visualizations are useful for
comparing categorical data.
Data Visualization Tools
OriginPro
• OriginPro is a powerful software application for data analysis and visualization.
• It is widely used by scientists, engineers, and analysts in various fields such as physics,
chemistry, biology, and engineering to analyze and visualize complex data sets .
Key Features:
• Data Visualization
• Data Analysis
• Advanced Tools
• Collaboration and Reporting
OriginPro
Comparison with other tool
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