Graphics Reference
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Summary
In this chapter, we have assessed the major design decisions we need to take across
the key layers of a data visualization's anatomy. We have developed a better
understanding of the choices we need to make and a sense of how to rationalize
them depending on the context of our project.
We have worked through the challenge of selecting the appropriate data
representation solution and then pulled apart the different aspects of data
presentation in order to create a cohesive design concept.
Some might consider this to be an overly systematic or scientific way to tackle a
task that has significant elements of creativity. However, this approach is consistent
with the central theme of this topic, to equip you with effective tactics and strategies
to move gracefully through this potentially tricky design concepting process.
Remember that even the masters of the subject struggle to avoid making mistakes
and ending up in creative blind alleys. A worthwhile design is rarely arrived at
instantly and without the need for iterations and rethinks.
A key message is not to put yourself under too much pressure to get things right,
straightaway and every time. Hopefully, following this framework of decisions and
options will give you as good a chance as possible to get to your solution quicker
and more efficiently through practice and experience.
In the next chapter, we will look closely at the taxonomy of different visualization
methods and the various common chart types techniques that fall under each
category. This will help cement your understanding of the data representation
layer, undoubtedly the most important design feature to get right, and provide
you with a convenient gallery of options to consider for your own projects.
 
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