Recently, I was building a TypeScript-based healthcare application where I needed to create different views of the same user data like some for public display, some for internal medical staff, and others for account settings. The issue was that each view required removing a different set of sensitive or internal-use-only properties from a complex interface. … Read more >>
When working with data visualization in Python, Matplotlib is my go-to library. Over the years, I’ve found that saving plots as PDF files is an essential step, especially when preparing reports or presentations for clients, colleagues, or stakeholders. PDFs maintain vector quality, ensuring your charts look crisp regardless of zoom or print size, something that’s … Read more >>
I’ve worked extensively with data visualization libraries, and Matplotlib remains one of my go-to tools. One common challenge I’ve faced is making sure the title of my plots is clear and readable, especially when preparing presentations or reports for clients in the USA. Changing the font size of the title can make a huge difference … Read more >>
While working on a project to I’ve encountered many quirks in libraries that can trip up even seasoned programmers. One common frustration I’ve seen among Python users working with Matplotlib is when savefig() produces a blank image instead of the expected plot. If you’ve ever spent time creating a beautiful visualization only to find the … Read more >>
When I was working with data visualization tools. Matplotlib is one of my go-to libraries when it comes to creating insightful charts and graphs. A common task I often encounter is saving these visualizations as images, especially in PNG format, which is widely used for reports, presentations, and web applications. If you’ve ever wondered how … Read more >>
While working on a project for my clients, I’ve found that data visualization is essential for communicating insights effectively. Bar charts, in particular, are a go-to choice for comparing categories. But one thing I always make sure to include is value labels on bars. They make charts instantly clearer and more professional, especially when presenting … Read more >>
I’ve often found that adding text annotations to plots is necessary for making data visualizations clear and insightful. Matplotlib, one of the most popular plotting libraries in Python, offers flexible ways to add text to your plots. In this tutorial, I’ll share easy methods to add text, based on real-world scenarios, so you can apply … Read more >>
Recently, while working on a TypeScript feature that involved updating specific fields on an object, I ran into a problem. I wanted to allow dynamic property access, but only for specific fields, and TypeScript wasn’t providing the safety as required. After searching for solutions, I found out that we can use the keyof operator along … Read more >>
I’ve worked on countless data visualization projects. One thing I’ve learned is that showing just the data points often isn’t enough. You need to communicate the uncertainty or variability in your data. That’s where error bars come in. Matplotlib, the go-to plotting library in Python, offers useful tools to add error bars to your plots. … Read more >>
I’ve worked extensively with Matplotlib to create clear and effective data visualizations. One common task I often encounter is the need to remove tick labels from plots to improve readability or customize the appearance of charts. Removing tick labels might seem trivial, but it’s a useful way to declutter your graphs, especially when presenting data … Read more >>
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