Mastering Tableau 2018.1, Second Edition 10.1: Connecting to Existing Spatial Data

The video tutorial covers advanced analytics focusing on spatial analysis and mapping concepts. It explains how to connect to spatial data using Tableau, including working with various file formats like shapefiles. The tutorial demonstrates downloading, extracting, and using these files to create custom geographical visualizations in Tableau. It also highlights the importance of supporting files for accurate data representation and provides a step-by-step guide to creating spatial analysis using Tableau's features.

What steps are involved in extracting and using spatial data in Tableau?

Describe the importance of supporting files when working with shapefiles in Tableau.