Visualizing Graph Data - Softcover

Lanum, Corey L

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1617293075 ISBN 13: 9781617293078

Publisher: Manning Publications, 2017

Synopsis

One of the most powerful ways to understand data is to recognize the

ways in which each datum―person, product, etc―connects to another.

Visualizing these graphs makes it possible to literally see the

connections. The graph model consists of data elements, called nodes,

and edges, which are the relationships between these nodes. Graphs

make the relationships between the data elements a core part of the

data structure, which means you can better comprehend the meaning of

your data. And visual data is easier for everyone to understand.

Visualizing Graph Data teaches readers not only how to build graph

data structures, but also how to create their own dynamic, interactive

visualizations using a variety of tools. This book is loaded with

fascinating examples and case studies to show the real-world value of

graph visualizations. It begins by teaching fundamental graph concepts

and techniques used to visualize graph data. Next, readers drill down to

learn how to create their own useful visualizations, as well as

additional tools. Readers also learn how to model data, create the best

graphs for their particular audience, handle big data, and depict

temporal and spatial data. By the end of this book, readers know to ask

the right questions of data to create powerful visualizations.

 

Key Features:

• Real-world case studies

• Teaches techniques for creating effective visualizations

• Shows fundamental visualization concepts

• Includes tutorials using the best visualization tools

 

AUDIENCE

A basic understanding of RDBMS systems is assumed. No previous

knowledge of graph databases required.

 

ABOUT THE TECHNOLOGY

The graph way of thinking about data is becoming more and more popular

as people value the relationships between bits of data as much as the data

themselves. Key to understanding the complex structure of connected data is

being able to visualize those connections.

About this title

About the Author

Corey Lanum has decades of experience building visualization and

analysis applications for companies and government agencies.

Edition details

• Publisher: Manning Publications
• Publication date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1617293075
• ISBN 13: 9781617293078
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 232