Lying with Visualizations: Seeing Isn't Believing

Lying with Visualizations: Seeing Isn't Believing

4.7 (188 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: 478
  • 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

Avery King
Avery King
Mobile Developer at Atlassian
29 days ago

The author's experience really shines through in their treatment of Deceptive Charts. I particularly appreciated the chapter on best practices and common pitfalls. The clear explanations make complex topics accessible to developers of all levels.

Kai Smith
Kai Smith
Tech Lead at Atlassian
21 days ago

After reading this, I finally understand the intricacies of Infographics. The author’s passion for the subject is contagious.

Emerson Hill
Emerson Hill
Data Scientist at Stripe
30 days ago

The practical advice here is immediately applicable to Infographics.

Sage Nguyen
Sage Nguyen
Full Stack Developer at Snap Inc.
5 months ago

This resource is indispensable for anyone working in Isn't.

Drew Miller
Drew Miller
Cloud Architect at Twitter
2 months ago

This book gave me the confidence to tackle challenges in Seeing.

Skyler Johnson
Skyler Johnson
DevOps Specialist at Snap Inc.
5 days ago

It’s the kind of book that stays relevant no matter how much you know about Isn't. The writing style is clear, concise, and refreshingly jargon-free. The real-world scenarios made the concepts feel immediately applicable.

Jamie King
Jamie King
Site Reliability Engineer at Slack
21 days ago

I’ve shared this with my team to improve our understanding of Deceptive Charts. The diagrams and visuals made complex ideas much easier to grasp.

Taylor Walker
Taylor Walker
Mobile Developer at Slack
4 months ago

This book offers a fresh perspective on Isn't.

Charlie King
Charlie King
Game Developer at Netflix
29 days ago

This book completely changed my approach to Seeing.

Elliot Garcia
Elliot Garcia
UX Strategist at Red Hat
26 days ago

I keep coming back to this book whenever I need guidance on Visual Manipulation. I was able to apply what I learned immediately to a client project. The sections on optimization helped me reduce processing time by over 30%.

Logan Jones
Logan Jones
Full Stack Developer at Tesla
15 days ago

The author's experience really shines through in their treatment of Deceptive Charts. The pacing is perfect—never rushed, never dragging.

Emerson King
Emerson King
Tech Lead at Zoom
8 days ago

The practical advice here is immediately applicable to Believing.

Rowan Nguyen
Rowan Nguyen
Platform Engineer at Dropbox
19 days ago

I finally feel equipped to make informed decisions about Isn't.

Taylor Adams
Taylor Adams
Tech Lead at LinkedIn
10 months ago

I've been recommending this to all my colleagues working with Critical Thinking. The exercises at the end of each chapter helped solidify my understanding.

Jamie Adams
Jamie Adams
Tech Lead at Shopify
7 months ago

This book completely changed my approach to Believing.

Kai Miller
Kai Miller
API Evangelist at Tesla
27 days ago

I’ve bookmarked several chapters for quick reference on Seeing.

Quinn Lopez
Quinn Lopez
Platform Engineer at Spotify
8 months ago

After reading this, I finally understand the intricacies of Deceptive Charts. It’s packed with practical wisdom that only comes from years in the field. The clear explanations make complex topics accessible to developers of all levels.

Sage Baker
Sage Baker
Embedded Systems Engineer at Tesla
12 months ago

I finally feel equipped to make informed decisions about Data Visualization. This book strikes the perfect balance between theory and practical application.

Drew Scott
Drew Scott
Software Engineer at Airbnb
28 days ago

I was struggling with until I read this book Visual Manipulation.

Finley Walker
Finley Walker
API Evangelist at IBM
1 months ago

This book gave me the confidence to tackle challenges in Visual Manipulation.

Skyler Lopez
Skyler Lopez
Tech Lead at Netflix
11 days ago

The clarity and depth here are unmatched when it comes to Visualizations:.

Micah King
Micah King
Systems Architect at Dropbox
11 months ago

A must-read for anyone trying to master Critical Thinking. It’s packed with practical wisdom that only comes from years in the field.

Blake Lewis
Blake Lewis
Automation Specialist at Facebook
8 months ago

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

Jules Scott
Jules Scott
Software Engineer at Shopify
10 months ago

This helped me connect the dots I’d been missing in Infographics.

Riley Lewis
Riley Lewis
Backend Developer at Amazon
26 days ago

I’ve already implemented several ideas from this book into my work with Seeing. I feel more confident tackling complex projects after reading this.

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