Python for Data Work
LESSON 3.1

Plotting with matplotlib

Learn key techniques and workflows in Python for Data Work.

30m
beginner
21,701 students

Overview

Matplotlib is verbose but total. Learn the figure and axes model once and every other plotting library makes more sense.

In this lesson you will:

  • Work with the figure and axes objects
  • Plot lines, bars, and scatter charts
  • Label axes and export at the right resolution

Pro Tip

Use caching and revalidation wisely to ensure your app stays fast and data remains fresh without unnecessary requests.

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