What’s Behind Elasticsearch? — Unlocking the Power of Data Visualization

Creating your own dashboard using Elasticsearch

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In today’s data-driven world, data is being generated at an unprecedented rate. However, raw data can be difficult to understand and interpret.

Dashboards are popular nowadays since they provide a way to present data effectively, allowing users to see key performance metrics at a glance and drill down into more detailed information when necessary.

But, what is really a dashboard? How can we generate one? Which are the most used platforms?

Let’s dive deep!

Behind the Dashboard Concept

A dashboard is a visual interface that displays important data in an easy-to-understand format. Its purpose is to help users monitor and analyze complex data quickly, identify patterns, and make informed decisions based on insights gained from the data.

Dashboard example. Image by Luke Chesser in Unsplash

Dashboards can be static or dynamic depending if the data is updated or not during the life-time of the dashboard:

• Static Dashboards: They are normally…