Talk Data to Me: Mapping in Middle Earth

1,750 views · Published 12 February 2016 · 33:48 · Indexed 22 October 2026

Channel: Tableau · 2016 · Howto & Style

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This webinar will explore all things mapping in Tableau. If your business has geographic data this webinar is for you. We'll cover basic functionality of mapping in Tableau for those newer to Tableau. We will also do a deep dive into using latitude and longitude data imported into Tableau to make your maps shine. We will introduce the polygon and paths marks card as well as explore ways to make your map from worst to first.

What we will cover:

- An overview of out of the box mapping capabilities in Tableau desktop
- Create polygons, and paths as well as plot points with non-generated latitude and longitude
- Implementing custom background maps and images
- Tips, tricks, and resources to take your mapping skills to the next level

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