As three interaction design students, we want to use data visualisation to present the stories that matter to us. From generating charts in excel with one click to presenting data using unique tables today, we have been able to draw the tables we want more freely by learning html, d3js and other coding tools. Data may be presented in a variety of intriguing ways, which is one of the interesting things about data visualisation. It is always fascinating to watch something that was once dull come to life and become more understandable. Despite the great freedom in data visualization, we learned many application design principles that are constant.
1. Simplicity: We want a complex story to be expressed in a simple way. Overuse of language, colour, and visuals can be distracting.
2. Diversity : same types of charts can get monotonous and repetitive. Data visualisation needs to be both straightforward and diverse in order to successfully convey the information.
3. Faithfulness: We try our best to ensure that our graphs are clear and honest. Driven by statistical thinking and design thinking, we analyze code, code comments, elements of data visualization, narrative text and more to present the data in the most authentic and inspiring way possible.
As a team, each of us brought a unique understanding of the data to the presentation, and working in groups allowed us to show each other our process and results, and the process of giving and receiving feedback encouraged our team spirit. The data is endless, and what we presented in visuals is only a small part of it. Still, we hope it leads people to explore the story behind it.