Understanding Tableau Concepts: Explain the difference between dimensions and measures
This is the third article in Tableau Desktop Specialist Exam Topic Series List.
Although we have gone through the concepts of Dimensions and Measures in Tableau it is important that we understand and summarize the key differences between them.
In this article we will go through the key differences between Dimensions and Measures in Tableau.
Given below is the summary of the key differences between Dimensions and Measures in Tableau
NOTE: For further details regarding Dimensions and Measures please refer to my below Medium articles
NOTE: The details regarding Discrete, Continuous, Blue and Green Pills will be covered in further Medium articles
Understanding these differences between Dimensions and Measures is the basic step towards a better Data Visualization journey in Tableau.
Finally once we get a grip on these concepts we will have the necessary tools for telling engaging stories with data.
I hope this article is useful for all Tableau users especially for anyone just starting their Tableau journey and who want to prepare for their Tableau Desktop Specialist Exam!!!
REFERENCES:
For the Title image:
The Nebula program 2.0: Become a Tableau star (Pre-Recorded) by Prasann Prem
https://www.vizdiner.com/courses/The-Nebula-program-20-Become-a-Tableau-star-Pre-Recorded-6578b11ae4b0a409732528d7-6578b11ae4b0a409732528d7
For the quote regarding Dimensions and Measures:
Dimensions will let us know the WHO, WHAT, WHERE & WHEN of the data
Measures will let us know the HOW MUCH of the data
Tableau Desktop for Data Analysis & Data Visualization by Dustin Cabral (Maven Analytics)
https://www.udemy.com/course/up-running-with-tableau-desktop/
Section 4: Sorting, Grouping & Filtering: Dimensions & Measures (Discrete vs. Continuous)
