Database Reference
In-Depth Information
FIguRe 4-9
Simple pivot table report
Since the previous section got you comfortable with dragging and dropping,
let's drag Modified Date into the Rows box and Quantity into the Values box
in the PivotTable Fields list. This will create a simple report you can use to
test your process.
This is the simplest possible Excel pivot—in Part 3 of this topic you learn how
to format your pivot tables.
SuMMARy
Many visualization techniques and technologies can make the most of differ-
ent sources of data. In many cases, the sources described in this chapter are
used together to align information for easier consumption and understand-
ing by the users. This chapter provided an introduction to your first data set.
Going forward, the next chapters will all be focused on how to imagine and
build next-generation data visualizations on the next generation of tools. So
buckle up and turn the page.
