Overview

This course features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. In this course, you'll embark on a detailed journey to master Tableau for the Salesforce Certified Tableau Data Analyst exam. By the end, you’ll have a deep understanding of how to create dynamic, insightful data visualizations using Tableau. The course covers all essential topics, from fundamental concepts like dimensions and measures to advanced techniques like Level of Detail (LOD) expressions and interactive dashboards. The journey begins with an introduction to the Tableau software interface, software installation, and understanding the exam structure. You’ll progress through structured lessons on customizing fields, connecting to data sources, and applying filters and parameters. As you advance, you’ll dive into creating diverse charts such as bar charts, scatter plots, and heatmaps, and learn how to calculate and analyze data effectively. The course is perfect for those looking to advance their skills in data analysis and visualization, especially with Tableau. Ideal for professionals preparing for the Salesforce Certified Tableau Data Analyst exam, the course caters to users with a fundamental understanding of data but is structured to guide you from the basics to advanced techniques.

Syllabus

Getting Started with Tableau

In this module, we will introduce the Salesforce Certified Tableau Data Analyst exam, guide you through the installation of Tableau, and provide a walkthrough of the software interface to help you start building your skills in data visualization.

Customize Fields

In this module, we will explore how to work with dimensions, measures, and various field types in Tableau, as well as customize field properties to tailor your data analysis experience.

Connect to Data Sources

In this module, we will cover how to connect Tableau to various data sources, manage live connections and extracts, and demonstrate how to replace data sources in existing visualizations.

Structure the Data, Filters, and Parameters

In this module, we will demonstrate how to structure your data in Tableau, using filters, sets, hierarchies, and parameters to refine your analysis and enhance data interactivity.

Create Charts

In this module, we will guide you through creating a wide range of charts in Tableau, helping you visualize and analyze data from multiple perspectives.

Calculations

In this module, we will cover essential calculations in Tableau, including string, date, and number functions, as well as introduce Level of Detail (LOD) expressions and custom table calculations for advanced analysis.

Dashboard and Stories

In this module, we will explore how to create and design dynamic dashboards and stories in Tableau, enhancing the interactivity and impact of your data presentations.

Mapping Data Geographically

In this module, we will dive into the mapping features of Tableau, helping you visualize and analyze geographic data with various mapping tools and techniques.

Analytics

In this module, we will teach you how to apply advanced analytical features in Tableau, such as trend lines, reference lines, and forecasting, to gain deeper insights from your data.

Prepare Data for Analysis

In this module, we will show you how to prepare your data for analysis by utilizing Tableau’s data modeling, joining, and transformation features to ensure your datasets are ready for visualization.

Perform Data Transformation in Tableau Prep

In this module, we will guide you through using Tableau Prep for data transformation, including filtering, aggregation, and combining datasets to prepare them for detailed analysis.

Publish and Manage Content on Tableau Server and Tableau Online

In this module, we will walk you through publishing and managing content on Tableau Server and Tableau Online, ensuring your workbooks and data sources are accessible and up-to-date.

Practice Test

In this module, we will provide a practice test with detailed solutions to help you evaluate your preparation and refine your skills for the Tableau Certified Data Analyst exam.