Exploring Data with Excel 2019

Exploring Data with Excel 2019 is an introduction to Microsoft Excel with an emphasis on topics relevant to data exploration and analysis. The goal is to help the analyst gain a true understanding of data and the information it contains. All aspects of Excel are covered, including formulas and functions, as well as a discussion of advanced analysis tools. This book is written in an easy-to-understand tutorial style, with new topics introduced in a logical and intuitive sequence. Numerous screenshots are included, so you won't need to sit with a computer as you read the book.

Special emphasis is given to using pivot tables and charts to summarize and visualize data. This lets you explore your data in a highly interactive manner.

In short, this is the only book you'll need to gain a working knowledge of Excel and how it can be used for data exploration and analysis.

Larry Rockoff has been involved with reporting and business intelligence development for many years. His main area of interest is in using reporting tools to explore and analyze data in complex databases. He holds an MBA from the University of Chicago, with a specialization in Management Science. Besides writing about Excel, he has also published books on Access and SQL. A second edition of his bestselling book, "The Language of SQL," is available worldwide and has been translated into three languages.