3.19.2007

Data visualization

Seems like the hottest thing in the data world is using Web 2.0 technologies to allow the average user to visualize data. A number of sites allow users to upload data sets and experiment with the visual presentation of them. Try:
Also, try reading some of the reviews of these sites here and here. It's worth noting that these sites seem to be coming out of the Edward-Tufte tradition. If you're into Tufte, you might want to check out the website devoted to sparklines and think about buying this.

1 comment:

oscar said...

Great--thanks! These appears to be an explosive field!