#8 [Foundations] Introduction to Javascript and Data Visualization

Harvey Quamen and Jon Bath

For those new to programming, this course will provide an introduction to creating web-based data visualizations using the D3.js (d3js.org) Javascript library. We will begin by learning Javascript, the browser-based scripting language. We will then use this knowledge to begin working in D3 in order to create interactive graphics, and finally to integrate to data sources to create interactive visualizations. No previous programming experience is required.

Auditor Option: Available

Related Materials: earlier syllabus and supporting materials (large document); instructor biographies

This course combines lecture, discussion, and hands-on activities. Consider this offering in complement with: Fundamentals of Programming/Coding for Human(s|ists); Visualizing Information: Where Data Meets Design; Introduction to Computation for Literary Criticism; Digital Humanities Databases; Ethical Data Visualization: Taming Treacherous Data; and more!