Python Interactive Dashboards with Plotly Dash
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Python Interactive Dashboards with Plotly Dash
This course is part of Data Science Essentials: Analysis, Statistics, and ML Specialization
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Identify the core components and structure of a Plotly Dash dashboard.
Explain the role of callbacks in making dashboards interactive.
Break down complex dashboard layouts into manageable sections using HTML and CSS.
Assess the effectiveness of dashboard interactivity through real-time data updates.
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A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. Unlock the power of data visualization with Python and Plotly Dash. This course walks you through building fully interactive, production-ready dashboards that bring your data to life. You’ll gain hands-on experience crafting visual analytics, using real-world datasets, and customizing your dashboards to suit your needs. Starting with a Python refresher, you’ll set up your environment and revisit essential programming concepts. Then, you’ll dive into Plotly Dash, learning to create layouts, integrate HTML and core components, and design callbacks that respond dynamically to user input. Each section builds toward practical application, with step-by-step guidance through building charts, forms, and interactions. The course features two major capstone projects—one based on avocado prices and another tracking life expectancy—plus two detailed case studies including a live financial dashboard and an interactive map. Bonus material introduces Jupyter Dash, extending your toolkit for development. Designed for intermediate Python users, this course is perfect for data analysts, business intelligence professionals, and developers who want to build interactive web-based data apps. Prerequisites include basic Python knowledge and familiarity with data structures and functions.
In this module, we will set the stage for your learning journey by introducing you to the course and its author. You'll get a clear overview of what to expect from the course and how it will empower you to create interactive dashboards using Plotly Dash.
What's included
2 videos2 readings
2 videos•Total 6 minutes
- Introduction•2 minutes
- Course Overview•4 minutes
2 readings•Total 20 minutes
- Introduction to the Course 'Python Interactive Dashboards with Plotly Dash'•10 minutes
- Full Course Resources•10 minutes
In this module, we will dive into the essential Python concepts you'll need to build interactive dashboards. You'll learn how to set up your Python environment and get comfortable with data types, control structures, and functions, which are crucial for effective data manipulation and visualization.
What's included
6 videos
6 videos•Total 79 minutes
- Setting Up Python Environment•7 minutes
- Overview of Data Types, Numeric, Define Variables•8 minutes
- Strings, Common Functions, and Methods•15 minutes
- Lists, Tuples, Sets, Dictionaries, Booleans•14 minutes
- If Statements, Loops•19 minutes
- Define Functions, Use Packages•15 minutes
In this module, we will introduce you to Plotly Dash, a powerful framework for building interactive dashboards. You'll learn what Dash is and how it simplifies the process of creating data-driven applications. By the end of this section, you'll have built your first dashboard, setting a strong foundation for more advanced projects.
What's included
2 videos
2 videos•Total 11 minutes
- What is Dash•4 minutes
- Creating Your First Dashboard•7 minutes
In this module, we will delve into the layout-building aspects of Dash, focusing on both HTML and core components. You'll gain an understanding of how these elements come together to form the structure of your dashboards, enabling you to create layouts that are both functional and user-friendly.
What's included
2 videos1 assignment
2 videos•Total 22 minutes
- HTML Components Overview•10 minutes
- Core Components Overview•12 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Assessment 1•15 minutes
In this module, we will explore how to bring your dashboards to life by making them interactive using callbacks in Plotly Dash. You'll start by learning the basics of callbacks, then progressively build more complex interactions, including multi-input/output callbacks, chaining, and using States to control dashboard behavior. By the end of this section, your dashboards will be highly interactive and user-responsive.
What's included
6 videos
6 videos•Total 59 minutes
- Introduction to Callbacks•6 minutes
- Building Callbacks with Single Input and Output•11 minutes
- Creating Interactive Plotly Figures•9 minutes
- Building Callbacks with Multiple Inputs and Outputs•13 minutes
- Chaining Callbacks' Inputs and Outputs•12 minutes
- Controlling Callbacks with States (Button)•8 minutes
In this module, we will guide you through the Avocado Prices dashboard project, your first capstone task. You'll get an overview of the project requirements and begin applying all the concepts and tools you've learned. This capstone project will solidify your understanding and give you practical experience in building a complete interactive dashboard using Plotly Dash.
What's included
1 video
1 video•Total 2 minutes
- Avocado Prices Dashboard Overview•2 minutes
In this module, we will focus on enhancing the visual appeal and user experience of your dashboards by customizing their look and feel. You'll learn various techniques for applying CSS, both inline and external, and how to create sophisticated layouts like grids, navigation bars, and card decks. These skills will help you create polished, professional dashboards that are not only functional but also aesthetically pleasing.
What's included
5 videos1 assignment
5 videos•Total 45 minutes
- Customizing with Inline CSS•14 minutes
- Customizing with External CSS•6 minutes
- Creating a Grid Layout•10 minutes
- Building a Navigation Bar•7 minutes
- Building a Deck of Cards•8 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Assessment 2•15 minutes
In this module, we will walk through a detailed case study of creating an interactive map dashboard. You'll learn how to set up the layout with essential components like a RangeSlider, Choropleth map, and DataTable, and then make the dashboard interactive by adding callbacks. This case study will provide hands-on experience in building a complex, data-driven dashboard that responds dynamically to user inputs.
What's included
5 videos
5 videos•Total 44 minutes
- Setting Up the Layout: RangeSlider•10 minutes
- Setting Up the Layout: Choropleth Map•10 minutes
- Setting Up the Layout: DataTable•5 minutes
- Adding Callbacks: Update the Map•7 minutes
- Adding Callbacks: Update the DataTable•14 minutes
In this module, we will guide you through creating a live updating financial dashboard. You'll learn how to set up the layout with essential components like input fields, candlestick charts, and tabs, and then implement live data updates using intervals and callbacks. This case study will equip you with the skills to build real-time dashboards that are critical for financial analysis and decision-making.
What's included
6 videos
6 videos•Total 43 minutes
- Setting Up the Layout: Input and Button•4 minutes
- Setting Up the Layout: Candlestick and DataTable•11 minutes
- Setting Up the Layout: Tabs•4 minutes
- Setting Up the Layout: Interval•5 minutes
- Adding Callbacks: Live Update the Chart•11 minutes
- Adding Callbacks: Live Update the DataTable•10 minutes
In this module, we will introduce your second capstone project, where you'll create a Life Expectancy dashboard. This project will challenge you to apply everything you've learned, from layout design to live updates, as you build a dashboard that provides insights into global health trends. By completing this capstone, you'll solidify your mastery of Plotly Dash and dashboard development.
What's included
1 video1 assignment
1 video•Total 3 minutes
- Life Expectancy Dashboard Overview•3 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Assessment 3•15 minutes
In this module, we will introduce you to Jupyter Dash, a powerful extension of Plotly Dash that allows you to build interactive dashboards within Jupyter notebooks. This bonus material will help you expand your toolkit, offering an alternative approach to dashboard development that combines the interactivity of Dash with the convenience of Jupyter notebooks.
What's included
1 video1 reading2 assignments
1 video•Total 6 minutes
- Introduction to Jupyter Dash•6 minutes
1 reading•Total 10 minutes
- Conclusion to the Course 'Python Interactive Dashboards with Plotly Dash'•10 minutes
2 assignments•Total 75 minutes
- Full Course Assessment•60 minutes
- Full Course Practice Assessment•15 minutes
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