Event Agenda

12:00 PM - 12:15 PM: Registration and Welcome Drinks

• Attendees check in and receive event materials.
• Welcome drinks are served, providing a relaxed setting for initial networking.

12:15 PM - 12:30 PM: Opening Remarks and Event Orientation

• Introduction to the importance of storytelling in data visualization, with insights from Devanshu Tayal.
• Overview of the agenda and learning objectives, focusing on how Tableau can be used as a powerful tool for data storytelling.

12:30 PM - 1:15 PM: Foundations of Storytelling with Data

• Introduction to key principles of storytelling with data: defining a narrative, structuring insights, and using visuals for clarity.
• Examples of successful data stories across different domains, illustrating how impactful narratives are crafted.

1:15 PM - 2:00 PM: Networking Lunch

• Participants engage in networking over lunch, sharing insights and interests in data visualization and analytics.

2:00 PM - 2:45 PM: Workshop Part 1: Structuring a Data Story in Tableau

• Guided session on setting up dashboards in Tableau to create a clear storyline.
• Participants will learn how to use Tableau's features, including story points and layouts, to organize data visuals in a cohesive narrative flow.
• Hands-on practice, enabling attendees to follow along and build story-driven dashboards.

2:45 PM - 3:15 PM: Advanced Techniques: Adding Depth to Data Narratives

• Tips on incorporating interactive elements, filters, and highlights to engage viewers and emphasize key insights.
• Strategies for using colour, labels, and annotations to guide viewers through the story.
• Participants apply these techniques to their dashboards under Devanshu's guidance.

3:15 PM - 3:30 PM: Break and Refreshments

• Snacks and refreshments are provided, allowing participants a moment to recharge and network informally.

3:30 PM - 4:15 PM: Workshop Part 2: Crafting a Compelling Story with Sales Data

• Hands-on group exercise where participants create a data story based on a sales dataset, focusing on structuring insights for impact.
• Groups present their dashboards to the room, receiving feedback on clarity, effectiveness, and visual design.

4:15 PM - 4:45 PM: Q&A and Troubleshooting Common Challenges

• Open Q&A session where participants can seek advice and troubleshooting tips on storytelling challenges they encounter.
• Devanshu will offer personalized guidance on refining data stories and overcoming common obstacles.

4:45 PM - 5:00 PM: Closing Remarks and Certificate Distribution

• Recap of key takeaways and final thoughts from Devanshu Tayal on the future of data storytelling.
• Certificates of participation awarded, along with information on upcoming events and ways to stay connected with the Gujarat Tableau User Group community.