Visual Analytics is the science of analytical reasoning supported by interactive visual interfaces. Today, data is produced at an incredible rate and the ability to collect and store the data is increasing at a faster rate than the ability to analyze it.
Tableau is a great option for those who need to create maps in addition to other types of charts. Tableau Public is also a great option for anyone who wants to create public-facing visualizations
Dashboards are where the majority of data visualization takes place. They create charts and graphs for specific data, constantly updating with the latest real-time information to keep you informed. Dashboards are great for at-a-glance or ad-hoc analysis when you just need to quickly check your data.
Data visualization is another form of visual art that grabs our interest and keeps our eyes on the message. When we see a chart, we quickly see trends and outliers.