Free
CourseIntro to Data Visualization with Python
Learn how to use Matplotlib to clarify your data with meaningful charts and other data visualizations.
Skill level
BeginnerTime to complete
Approx. 3 hoursPrerequisites
None
About this course
Ready to start your journey into Data Visualization with Python? In this course, you will learn how to use Matplotlib to turn raw data into meaningful visualizations.
Skills you'll gain
Create line, bar, and pie charts
Create scatterplots and histograms
Customize charts aesthetically
Annotate charts with error bars and text
Syllabus
Matplotlib Fundamentals
Learn to make effective, customized data visualizations in Python with Matplotlib.
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Projects in this course
- Project
Make a Line Chart for Research
Make a line chart with matplotlib to visualize precipitation data in six locations around the world. - Project
Make the Other Charts: Silly's Ice Cream Shop Project
Make visualizations (bar chart, pie chart, scatterplot, and histogram) to answer questions about sales data. Enhance the charts with parameters like error bars, AB lines, and subplot configuration.
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Practice Projects
Guided projects that help you solidify the skills and concepts you're learning.Assessments
Auto-graded quizzes and immediate feedback help you reinforce your skills as you learn.Certificate of Completion
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