Visual Data Analysis - How, When, and Why

Explore the intricacies of visual data analysis in this thought-provoking conference talk featuring renowned experts Pat Hanrahan and Tamara Munzner, moderated by Jeffrey Heer. Delve into the why, when, and how of visual analysis in complex decision-making processes. Discover the balance between human involvement and automated approaches in data-driven decision-making. Learn about effective visual interfaces for data and gain insights from the speakers' extensive experience in graphics, visualization, and human-computer interaction. Benefit from the diverse perspectives of these accomplished professionals as they discuss topics ranging from visualization tools and techniques to common misconceptions and pitfalls in the field. Gain a deeper understanding of visualization as a language and its role in communication across various domains, from genomics to e-commerce and journalism.

Introduction
What is analysis
Personal Backgrounds
The Value of Visualization
When
Communication
How
Tools
Visualization as a Language
Jeffs Origin Story
Misconceptions
Pitfalls
Semantics
Conclusion