Introduction to Data Visualization Framework


Course Scope

This course focuses on how to create effective data visualizations using Highcharts Chart Chooser and a data visualization framework.

Overview

What you’ll learn

  • Apply a data visualization framework based on context, audience, and data type to create compelling charts.
  • Apply basic design principles for data visualization.
  • Use Highcharts Chart Chooser to select appropriate chart types.

Not covered

  • Data cleaning.
  • Advanced Highcharts coding.
  • Statistical analysis.

Prerequisites

Required

  • Basic knowledge of JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.
  • Familiarity with common chart types (bar, line, pie).
  • Understanding of basic business metrics.

Recommended

  • Experience working with data in spreadsheets.

Not required

  • Advanced programming.
  • Prior Highcharts experience.
  • Statistics background.

Course Content

Module 1: Why This Course Matters
Lesson 1: From Chart Maker to Data Communicator
Module 2: The Data Viz Framework
Lesson 1: What is the Framework?
Lesson 2: Context – What problem are you solving?
Lesson 3: Audience – Who needs this?
Lesson 4: Data – What type do you have?
Lesson 5: From Framework to Charts
Lesson 6: Knowledge Check
1 Quiz
Module 3: Introducing Chart Chooser
Lesson 1: What is Chart Chooser?
Lesson 2: How Chart Chooser Implements the Framework
Lesson 3: Knowledge Check
1 Quiz
Module 4: Design Basics
Lesson 1: Cognitive Load Basics
Lesson 2: Accessibility Basics
Lesson 3: Knowledge Check
1 Quiz
Wrap Up
Course Wrap-Up