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Creating Calendar Charts with JavaScript

March 4th, 2024 by Nick Gogin

Calendar Charts in JavaScript (HTML5)Building an interactive calendar chart from scratch may initially seem daunting and time-consuming. However, I'm here to show you it's not only manageable but straightforward once you know the steps. Whether you're developing a scheduling application, tracking events, or looking to enhance your web page with a sleek calendar graphic, this tutorial is designed specifically for you. I'll guide you through the steps to create impressive interactive calendar charts using JavaScript, simplifying what may seem complex.

We'll delve into this process using a JavaScript charting library. As a support engineer at AnyChart, and with our JS library recently named best in data visualization, it was a natural choice to use our tool for this tutorial. What about the example data? Other tutorials! There's a treasure trove of JS charting tutorials on our blog, and it occurred to me that compiling these tutorials into a calendar chart would serve as a unique, engaging, and practical example for this guide.

Therefore, the calendar chart created by the end of this tutorial will offer a concise overview of all tutorials published on the AnyChart blog over the last four years, enabling you to quickly discover the ones that interest you the most. All aboard, fellow web developers and data enthusiasts!

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How to Build Point Map with JavaScript

December 22nd, 2023 by Awan Shrestha

If you’re a budding developer or data enthusiast eager to explore map creation, you’re in the right place. In this tutorial, I’ll guide you through how to easily build an interactive point map using JavaScript.

To make things even more interesting, I’ll use data on the number of millionaires in cities as an example. By the end of this tutorial, you’ll have made a visually stunning JS point map, ready to tell the story of the world’s wealthiest cities and a solid understanding of applying these skills to any data and scenarios. And stick around for a bonus at the end — I’ll also show you how to transform your point map into a bubble map where the size of the markers conveys additional information.

Ready to master the JS point mapping technique? Let’s get started, and don’t forget to join me in the bonus section where size matters!

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How to Make Mekko Chart Using JavaScript

November 27th, 2023 by Awan Shrestha

Data visualization plays a pivotal role in comprehending complex information and conveying insights clearly. Among the diverse array of techniques, the Mekko chart stands out for its ability to vividly represent categorical data and illuminate relationships between categories and subcategories.

In this tutorial, we will delve into the world of Mekko charts. First, let’s take a moment to explore what they are and how they function. Then, we’ll get to the focal point, a step-by-step guide on how to quickly create a Mekko chart using JavaScript.

The data used for illustration is the U.S. car sales data for the top eight car brands in 2022. By the end of this tutorial, you will have crafted a cool interactive JS Mekko chart that graphically represents the respective proportions within this data by brand and by quarter.

So, ignite your data visualization engines, and let’s go!

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OHLC Chart: Understanding & Creating in JavaScript Step-by-Step

November 13th, 2023 by Awan Shrestha

OHLC Chart in JavaScriptUnearthing insights from vast datasets is an intricate blend of art and science. In the realm of financial analysis, a pivotal instrument for visually exploring complex data is the Open-High-Low-Close (OHLC) chart. This tutorial is your roadmap to swiftly crafting your OHLC chart using JavaScript, a step-by-step journey. We’ll harness S&P 500 data, and by the end of this article, you’ll possess the skills to orchestrate visual stock analysis adeptly.

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Building Waterfall Charts in JS

November 2nd, 2023 by Awan Shrestha

Waterfall Chart and How to Build it in JavaScriptData visualization is an essential tool for understanding complex data sets and effectively conveying insights. Among the various types of charts and graphs used for this purpose, the waterfall chart stands out as a powerful way to represent changes in financial data, such as revenue, expenses, and profits over a specific period.

In this tutorial, we'll explore how to create a waterfall chart using JavaScript. To illustrate the process, we'll use the example of an income statement for a company, in this case, Twitter Inc.’s latest (and last) one.

Whether it’s to analyze a company's financial performance, project budgets, or inventory fluctuations, this step-by-step guide will help you easily create a useful interactive JS-based waterfall chart.

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How to Create Resource Chart with JavaScript

October 16th, 2023 by Awan Shrestha

Resource ChartIn today’s data-driven world, data visualization simplifies complex information and empowers individuals to make informed decisions. One particularly valuable chart type is the Resource Chart, which facilitates efficient resource allocation. This tutorial will be your essential guide to creating dynamic resource charts using JavaScript.

A resource chart is a type of Gantt chart that visualizes data about resource utilization, such as equipment, employees, and so on. It provides a comprehensive overview, making it easier to make informed decisions promptly. As an illustrative example, in this tutorial, I will represent the FIFA World Cup 2022 Qatar schedule by stadium, enabling you to track when and where each game took place.

Get your coding boots ready, and by the end of this guide, you’ll be well-equipped to create your own JS-based resource chart and have a valuable tool at your disposal for tracking your next favorite tournament, or servers status, or employee project assignments, or anything else of that kind.

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Nobel Laureates’ Countries, or Making Tag Cloud with JavaScript

October 3rd, 2023 by Awan Shrestha

Tag Cloud (Word Cloud) in JavaScriptThe Nobel Prize 2023 announcements are just around the corner, scheduled from October 2 to 9. Recently, I stumbled upon this news, sparking my interest in Nobel laureates and their countries of origin.

This curiosity led me to the comprehensive list of Nobel Prize winners on Britannica, which I transformed into an interactive tag cloud (or word cloud) using JavaScript, providing an elegant means to explore and uncover the countries with the highest number of Nobel laureates throughout history.

During this process, it dawned on me that this visualization could serve as an excellent illustrative example for a tutorial on creating interactive JS-based tag clouds. So, if you share my curiosity about Nobel laureates by country, you’re in for a treat right below! and if you’re eager to learn how I brought this tag cloud to life — and, therefore, how you can create your own — read on!

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How to Build Pie Charts with JavaScript

September 28th, 2023 by Shachee Swadia

Pie Chart in JavaScriptThe pie chart, a widely used chart type yet also a topic of debate here and there, has cemented its place in the realm of data visualization. When used appropriately, it provides an intuitive insight into the composition of data, with each slice of the pie representing a distinct component. In this tutorial, I’ll guide you through a straightforward path of creating interactive pie charts using JavaScript.

Every chart begins with data. To demonstrate the concepts in this tutorial, I decided to visualize the composition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) winnership over its 16-season history.

Whether you’re a novice or an experienced coder, get ready to immediately acquire the valuable skills of crafting visually appealing JS-based pie charts from scratch.

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Stock Chart Creation in JavaScript: Step-by-Step Guide

September 5th, 2023 by Shachee Swadia

Stock Chart in JavaScript (HTML)Chances are, you’ve come across various stock charts, whether you’re a seasoned trader or not. If crafting your data graphics piques your interest, you’re in the right place. Welcome to this user-friendly tutorial on building an interactive stock chart using JavaScript!

The JS stock chart we’ll create by the end of this guide will visually compare stock prices for three tech giants — Apple, Microsoft, and Google (Alphabet) — over the past decade. It’s a robust example to illustrate the stock charting process and the power of market data visualization.

So, hop on board as we explore the world of stock charts and learn how to create one from scratch.

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Creating Dynamic Linear Gauge for Real-Time Typing Speed Test Data Visualization: Using JavaScript

August 17th, 2023 by Nick Gogin

Linear Gauge for Real-Time Typing Speed Test Data VisualizationFrom clocks to weight scales, speedometers to thermostats, and even the battery charge icon on your phone, Gauge Charts are widely used to represent a value on a scale or range, providing a clear visual indication of the represented measurement. Gauges can be circular or linear, and in this article, our focus will be on the latter style. I will guide you on how to create a cool linear gauge using JavaScript.

Specifically, we will explore the demonstration of linear gauges using an example of a real-time typing speed test. Throughout the article, we will delve into the structure of linear gauges, discuss styling options, explore how they can be connected to data, and show how you can easily build your Linear Gauges using JavaScript in just a matter of minutes. By the end of the tutorial, you’ll have an awesome example of a linear gauge used to dynamically illustrate typing speed test results or whichever data you want.

So, let’s dive in and elevate your web-based interactive data visualization game!

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