# Data Impact Communication & Visualization - Insights and Best Practices (Day 2 Lecture) 

> In this insightful lecture, we delve into the crucial realm of dashboard metrics. Exploring the importance of various metric types, including total aggregates, time and entity-based aggregates, dimensional mix, and retention and survivorship numbers, the video provides a comprehensive understanding…

- Web page: https://www.dataexpert.io/lesson/visual-impact-day-2-lecture-v3
- Program: [Data Engineering Boot Camp V2 Combined Track](https://www.dataexpert.io/program/data-engineering-boot-camp-v2-combined-track)
- Module: Week 6: Data Impact Communication & Visualization with Tableau
- Access: Requires enrollment in Data Engineering Boot Camp V2 Combined Track
- Length: 25 min video
- Skills: Data Visualization, Statistics, Communication
- Academy: DataExpert.io Academy

## About this lesson

In this insightful lecture, we delve into the crucial realm of dashboard metrics. Exploring the importance of various metric types, including total aggregates, time and entity-based aggregates, dimensional mix, and retention and survivorship numbers, the video provides a comprehensive understanding. The discussion extends to common pitfalls to steer clear of when crafting dashboards. This video serves as a valuable guide to assist you in selecting the most suitable metrics for your dashboard, ultimately enhancing its overall performance. [Recorded on Dec 20, 2023]

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