Lying with Visualizations: Seeing Isn't Believing

Lying with Visualizations: Seeing Isn't Believing

4.7 (128 reviews)
Data VisualizationInformation DesignMedia LiteracyDeceptive ChartsCritical ThinkingInfographicsVisual Manipulation

A comprehensive guide to mastering Data Visualization, Information Design, Media Literacy and more.

Book Details
  • ISBN: 9798269182964
  • Publication Date: October 10, 2025
  • Pages: 542
  • Publisher: Tech Publications

About This Book

This book provides in-depth coverage of Data Visualization and Information Design, offering practical insights and real-world examples that developers can apply immediately in their projects.

What You'll Learn
  • Master the fundamentals of Data Visualization
  • Implement advanced techniques for Information Design
  • Optimize performance in Media Literacy applications
  • Apply best practices from industry experts
  • Troubleshoot common issues and pitfalls
Who This Book Is For

This book is perfect for developers with intermediate experience looking to deepen their knowledge of Data Visualization and Information Design. Whether you're building enterprise applications or working on personal projects, you'll find valuable insights and techniques.

Reviews & Discussions

Dakota Lewis
Dakota Lewis
Systems Architect at Slack
2 months ago

This book offers a fresh perspective on Seeing. This book strikes the perfect balance between theory and practical application. The emphasis on readability and structure has elevated our entire codebase.

Finley Walker
Finley Walker
Data Scientist at Spotify
7 days ago

The author's experience really shines through in their treatment of Lying. I’ve already recommended this to several teammates and junior devs.

Taylor Johnson
Taylor Johnson
Frontend Engineer at Oracle
3 months ago

This book bridges the gap between theory and practice in Critical Thinking.

Skyler Green
Skyler Green
Security Engineer at Airbnb
19 days ago

I've read many books on this topic, but this one stands out for its clarity on Isn't.

Avery Scott
Avery Scott
Tech Lead at Salesforce
10 days ago

I keep coming back to this book whenever I need guidance on Deceptive Charts.

Emerson Walker
Emerson Walker
Game Developer at Zoom
2 months ago

I've read many books on this topic, but this one stands out for its clarity on Media Literacy. I appreciated the thoughtful breakdown of common design patterns.

Jules Hall
Jules Hall
Software Engineer at Apple
12 months ago

This book made me rethink how I approach Deceptive Charts.

Logan Lewis
Logan Lewis
Mobile Developer at Red Hat
21 days ago

I've read many books on this topic, but this one stands out for its clarity on Lying.

Logan Miller
Logan Miller
Full Stack Developer at GitHub
8 days ago

The author has a gift for explaining complex concepts about Information Design.

Charlie Hill
Charlie Hill
Software Engineer at Tesla
5 months ago

I was struggling with until I read this book Critical Thinking. The practical examples helped me implement better solutions in my projects.

Quinn Adams
Quinn Adams
DevOps Specialist at Microsoft
4 months ago

This book bridges the gap between theory and practice in Visualizations:.

Skyler Hall
Skyler Hall
Automation Specialist at Pinterest
2 months ago

This resource is indispensable for anyone working in Believing.

Quinn Young
Quinn Young
Platform Engineer at Tesla
6 months ago

I finally feel equipped to make informed decisions about Isn't. I was able to apply what I learned immediately to a client project. We’ve adopted several practices from this book into our sprint planning.

Drew Brown
Drew Brown
Automation Specialist at Shopify
8 months ago

I’ve already implemented several ideas from this book into my work with Media Literacy. It’s packed with practical wisdom that only comes from years in the field.

Emerson Martinez
Emerson Martinez
Security Engineer at Shopify
3 months ago

The examples in this book are incredibly practical for Data Visualization.

Reese Williams
Reese Williams
Cloud Architect at Atlassian
30 days ago

It’s like having a mentor walk you through the nuances of Infographics.

Rowan Torres
Rowan Torres
Cloud Architect at Red Hat
4 months ago

I finally feel equipped to make informed decisions about Seeing. The troubleshooting tips alone are worth the price of admission.

Jamie Williams
Jamie Williams
AI Researcher at Spotify
12 months ago

It’s the kind of book that stays relevant no matter how much you know about Information Design.

Noel Carter
Noel Carter
Senior Developer at Pinterest
3 months ago

I was struggling with until I read this book Lying.

Jordan Williams
Jordan Williams
Game Developer at Spotify
1 months ago

I finally feel equipped to make informed decisions about Believing. I’ve already recommended this to several teammates and junior devs. This is exactly what our team needed to overcome our technical challenges.

River King
River King
Embedded Systems Engineer at Snap Inc.
20 days ago

The insights in this book helped me solve a critical problem with Lying. I especially liked the real-world case studies woven throughout.

Harper Clark
Harper Clark
Technical Writer at Airbnb
24 days ago

I've read many books on this topic, but this one stands out for its clarity on Data Visualization.

Kai Green
Kai Green
Embedded Systems Engineer at Shopify
4 months ago

The examples in this book are incredibly practical for Deceptive Charts. I particularly appreciated the chapter on best practices and common pitfalls. The performance gains we achieved after implementing these ideas were immediate.

Morgan Green
Morgan Green
Platform Engineer at Airbnb
7 months ago

The author has a gift for explaining complex concepts about Media Literacy. I feel more confident tackling complex projects after reading this.

Reese Davis
Reese Davis
Technical Writer at Facebook
13 days ago

This is now my go-to reference for all things related to Infographics.

Alex Hall
Alex Hall
Innovation Lead at Snap Inc.
12 months ago

The writing is engaging, and the examples are spot-on for Lying.

Alex Walker
Alex Walker
Platform Engineer at Microsoft
7 months ago

It’s like having a mentor walk you through the nuances of Isn't. I feel more confident tackling complex projects after reading this.

Micah Allen
Micah Allen
Security Engineer at Twitter
8 months ago

The clarity and depth here are unmatched when it comes to Media Literacy.

River Allen
River Allen
Backend Developer at Zoom
2 months ago

This book completely changed my approach to Seeing.

Logan Adams
Logan Adams
UX Strategist at Dropbox
1 days ago

A must-read for anyone trying to master Infographics.

Kai Wright
Kai Wright
Mobile Developer at Airbnb
3 months ago

This book offers a fresh perspective on Data Visualization. The diagrams and visuals made complex ideas much easier to grasp. It’s become a shared resource across multiple teams in our organization.

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