“When we’re thinking about data and data visualization, design is more functional, or at least it should be more functional as opposed to ornamental.” – Jonathan Schwabish
In this episode of Data Chats, Chris Richardson sits down with Jonathan Schwabish, a renowned expert in the field of data visualization, for a comprehensive look into the world of transforming data into actionable insights.
Jonathan Schwabish is an author, researcher, and the voice behind PolicyViz, where he dives deep into the nuances of effective data presentation and visualization. During this episode, they discuss:
- The art of creating titles for charts and graphs
- Why your goal should be clarity over quantity
- The role of the audience in data visualization
- How interactive data and storytelling has evolved
- Why and how to incorporate accessibility into data viz
- An ethical approach to data visualization
Check out the resources from Jonathan:
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