Order of Operations

Learn the crucial Order of Operations in Tableau for accurate visualizations. Understand the sequence of filters and calculations to avoid errors and create impactful data insights.

Filtering the noise: A decade and a half of dragging, dropping, and discovering

by Hall of Fame Tableau Visionary - Robert Radburn

Robert will be sharing about his journey through the #datafam community, insights from his #IronViz entries, and reflections on creativity and imposter syndrome in the data world.

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Event Summary

• Order of Operations in Tableau by Jim Dehner & Madeline Wild.
  
  A core informative segment focused on the Tableau's Order of Operations, often cited as one of the most important concepts to understand, for #TableauNewbies.
  Jim and Madeline walked through live demos explaining how the sequence of filters affects dashboard results and shared some neat tips and tricks to avoid the common errors.
  
  The Tableau Workbook presented during the event is here.

• Cutting Through the Noise – A Tableau Journey by Hall of Fame Visionary, Rob Radburn.
  Key takeaways from Rob's session:

  • Keep learning through experimentation, iteration, and failure.

  • He warned against overreliance on community “hype” and tricks, urging mastering fundamentals first.

  • Emphasized storytelling in dashboards while maintaining usability.

  • He shared personal reflections on imposter syndrome, data visualization ethics, and maintaining a “growth mindset.”

  • Advocated for the “70% Rule” - encouraging users to publish, share, and present even if it's not perfect.

  Rob’s closing message was to keep learning, stay curious, and remember that most skills come through practice, not perfection.