Visualizing library data interactively: two demonstrations using R language
Zhehan Jiang, Richard Carter · Library Hi Tech News · 2018
Purpose This paper aims to provide two real examples to inspire librarians to use modern techniques for data visualization. Design/methodology/approach Two interactive applications were created for visualizing longitudinal and geographical data collected by libraries. Findings R language has high versatility and flexibility in visualizing various types and hierarchy of data under a prevalent Web framework. The two demonstrations provide workflows from data extractions to visualization products. Originality/value Proper visualization assists librarians and administrators to understand data better and gain more insightful prospects. As a result, more scientific decisions can be made for improving libraries operation.