Episodes

  • AI Article Review: VizEval

    AI Article Review: VizEval
    Dec 3 2024
    Revolutionizing Data Visualization: Can AI Turn Words into Good Charts? In this episode we explore the Promise, Pitfalls, and Future of NL2VIS Systems from a recent research from a team at Microsoft Research and ShanghaiTech University. For full article, visit: https://arxiv.org/pdf/2407.00981

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    12 mins
  • 3 Tips to Help You Ask Better Questions for Your Data Viz Projects

    3 Tips to Help You Ask Better Questions for Your Data Viz Projects
    Nov 26 2024
    In this episode Felipe Rego shares three tips for improving the scoping phase of data, analytics and data visualisation projects: using pauses to gather insights, allowing clients to think aloud, and paraphrasing while asking "why" to better define the problem.

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    6 mins
  • (Loosely) Defining Data Visualisation

    (Loosely) Defining Data Visualisation
    Nov 19 2024
    In this episode, we briefly and loosely define Felipe Rego's concept of data visualization as a process that involves art and science with the intent to magnify knowledge for those who consume it. Professionals with a good grasp of data visualization are in high demand and developing the necessary skills in this field is a must.

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    3 mins
  • 4 Ways You Can Help Your Team Build Great Data Visualisation Projects

    4 Ways You Can Help Your Team Build Great Data Visualisation Projects
    Nov 12 2024
    This episode highlights Felipe Rego's four key strategies for successful data visualization projects: defining the problem clearly, thoroughly exploring data, developing effective visual encodings, and creating a strong narrative structure to communicate insights.

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    6 mins
  • Three Phases of Data Visualization & Storytelling Projects

    Three Phases of Data Visualization & Storytelling Projects
    Nov 5 2024
    This episode outlines a three-phase process for successful data visualizations and storytelling solutions: exploration, compilation, and sharing, emphasizing iterative refinement for impactful storytelling.

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    4 mins
  • Elevate Your Data Visualisation and Storytelling Skills

    Elevate Your Data Visualisation and Storytelling Skills
    Oct 29 2024
    This episode offers practical steps based on Felipe Rego's ideas to enhance data visualization and storytelling skills. It emphasizes having a clear objective, using relevant data, designing with the audience in mind, crafting compelling narratives, and refining through feedback. It also highlights key principles such as simplicity, relevance, and emotional engagement, aiming to transform complex data into impactful and engaging stories that inspire action.

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    10 mins
  • Mastering Data Visualisation and Storytelling: A Guide for Leaders

    Mastering Data Visualisation and Storytelling: A Guide for Leaders
    Oct 22 2024
    In this episode, Felipe Rego provides leaders with insights on mastering data visualization and storytelling by focusing on foundational visualization techniques, adopting design best practices, crafting compelling narratives, and leveraging basic tools like PowerPoint and Excel. Leaders are encouraged to bridge the gap between data professionals and decision-makers to drive effective communication and informed decision-making through impactful data stories.

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    5 mins
  • Bad vs Good Data Viz: A Simple Bar Chart Example

    Bad vs Good Data Viz: A Simple Bar Chart Example
    Oct 15 2024
    Explore the differences between good and bad data visualization through a bar chart example, emphasizing the importance of simplicity, clarity, and logical design choices in telling compelling data stories.

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    4 mins