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Resources
Our team has compiled a list of resources to help you bring data stories to life.
How to Use the COUNTIF Function in Google Sheets
Whether you're managing a classroom roster, tracking inventory, or analyzing survey responses, COUNTIF can help you quickly make sense of your data. Learn how to use the function in Google Sheets.
10 steps to analyze any dataset with confidence
We sift through tons of data from different sources to uncover the insights we share in our articles. These 10 steps will help you analyze any dataset with confidence
What Are Pivot Tables in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets?
Pivot tables are one of the most powerful features in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets. This quick guide will help you get started with pivot tables.
How to Use IF and IFS in Google Sheets
Make your spreadsheets smarter. This guide shows you how to use the IF and IFS functions, and combine them with the powerful VLOOKUP function to check conditions, assign categories, and automate decisions—no advanced skills needed.
Mastering CHOOSECOLS and SPLIT in Google Sheets
The CHOOSECOLS and SPLIT functions in Google Sheets are powerful tools that make extracting and reshaping data fast and effortless. Learn how the work.
How to Use GeoJSON Files: A Beginner’s Guide
If you're working with maps, spatial analysis, or location-based data, you'll likely encounter GeoJSON files. In this article, we’ll break down what you need to know about GeoJSON, how to create one, and the tools you can use to open and work with it.
Common geospatial data types and file formats explained
In this guide, we’ll explain the most popular geospatial datatypes and file formats, what they’re used for, what software can open them, and how to choose the right one for your project.
A step-by-step guide to converting maps into shapefiles
In this guide, we’ll explain what shapefiles are, why they matter, and how to convert a map into a shapefile using simple steps.
The 10 Most Useful Google Sheets Functions
Google Sheets is a powerful tool for organizing and analyzing data. Whether you're adding numbers, working with text, or searching for information, these built-in functions can save time and effort. Here are ten of the most useful Google Sheets functions.
Essential Data File Formats and How to Use Them
Data is stored and exchanged in various file formats. Each format serves a specific purpose, ranging from text storage to complex databases. Understanding these file types, their uses, and the tools required to access them is essential for efficient data handling.
An easy guide to VLOOKUP in Google Sheets
VLOOKUP is important and incredibly useful in spreadsheet applications like Google Sheets because it provides a straightforward and efficient way to retrieve specific information from large datasets.
Getting started with Pandas library
Pandas is a powerful Python library that is commonly used by data scientists and data analysts to explore, clean, and process their data. Here are five common methods that you can expect to use when working with Pandas.
Scraping data to create a custom dataset
What do you do when you can’t find a dataset for your project? Well, one option is to scrape websites for the data you need. Here’s an example of how it’s done.
Cleaning your data with Google Sheets
Google Sheets makes it easy to clean data. Let’s explore three Google Sheets data cleaning features — Cleanup Suggestions, Remove Duplicates and Trim Whitespace.
How to use the IMPORT functions in Google Sheets
Google Sheets Import Functions provide a hassle-free way for users to import data from a wide range of online sources, including other Google Sheets, with ease.
Using Open Data for projects
Looking for data for your next project? Check out Open Data sources like Statistics Canada, Data.gov, and the CDC for datasets. They’re free to access, reuse, and distribute. Check out the list we’ve assembled.
Selecting the right chart to visualize your data
With a multitude of chart types available, it's essential to match the data's characteristics and the story you want to tell with the appropriate visualization.
Creating charts with Datawrapper
Datawrapper is a popular data visualization tool trusted by journalists, educational institutions, finance companies, government institutions, and think tanks. It’s a useful application for those seeking to build interactive, responsive charts, tables, and maps, but have limited coding skills or time.
Improving your workflow with ImportHTML
We spend a lot of time working in Google Sheets and we are pleasantly surprised when we learn something new that improves our workflow. It’s pretty unbelievable that we hadn’t come across this before. One thing we recently discovered is the ImportHTML function.
Data science reading list
Books on data science, data analytics, and data visualization are indispensable companions for anyone looking to harness the power of data to make informed decisions in an increasingly data-driven world.