Lying with Visualizations: Seeing Isn't Believing

Lying with Visualizations: Seeing Isn't Believing

4.7 (176 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: 373
  • 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

Taylor Martinez
Taylor Martinez
Backend Developer at Slack
6 months ago

It’s the kind of book that stays relevant no matter how much you know about Isn't. Each section builds logically and reinforces key concepts without being repetitive. The clear explanations make complex topics accessible to developers of all levels.

Jules Brown
Jules Brown
Full Stack Developer at Atlassian
11 days ago

This book distilled years of confusion into a clear roadmap for Infographics. The pacing is perfect—never rushed, never dragging.

Emerson Carter
Emerson Carter
API Evangelist at Google
2 months ago

This book completely changed my approach to Visual Manipulation.

Micah Lopez
Micah Lopez
Embedded Systems Engineer at Airbnb
4 days ago

I keep coming back to this book whenever I need guidance on Deceptive Charts. I was able to apply what I learned immediately to a client project.

Parker Carter
Parker Carter
Full Stack Developer at Facebook
26 days ago

The author's experience really shines through in their treatment of Lying.

Jules Young
Jules Young
Frontend Engineer at Shopify
7 months ago

It’s rare to find something this insightful about Lying.

Jules Jones
Jules Jones
UX Strategist at Facebook
8 months ago

After reading this, I finally understand the intricacies of Media Literacy.

Blake Brown
Blake Brown
Platform Engineer at Netflix
7 months ago

A must-read for anyone trying to master Deceptive Charts. The author’s passion for the subject is contagious. The sections on optimization helped me reduce processing time by over 30%.

Taylor Smith
Taylor Smith
Security Engineer at Twitter
15 days ago

This book made me rethink how I approach Critical Thinking. The exercises at the end of each chapter helped solidify my understanding.

Jules Brown
Jules Brown
Platform Engineer at Snap Inc.
9 months ago

This book offers a fresh perspective on Infographics.

Casey Johnson
Casey Johnson
Frontend Engineer at Atlassian
7 months ago

I keep coming back to this book whenever I need guidance on Visualizations:.

Riley Lewis
Riley Lewis
Systems Architect at Airbnb
9 months ago

The practical advice here is immediately applicable to Deceptive Charts.

Drew Lopez
Drew Lopez
Site Reliability Engineer at LinkedIn
7 months ago

A must-read for anyone trying to master Critical Thinking. The author’s passion for the subject is contagious.

Emerson Smith
Emerson Smith
Innovation Lead at Amazon
19 days ago

I’ve shared this with my team to improve our understanding of Visualizations:.

Blake Allen
Blake Allen
API Evangelist at Airbnb
2 days ago

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

Avery Scott
Avery Scott
Platform Engineer at Nvidia
26 days ago

I've been recommending this to all my colleagues working with Seeing.

Elliot Torres
Elliot Torres
Innovation Lead at Microsoft
12 months ago

I finally feel equipped to make informed decisions about Information Design. I’ve already recommended this to several teammates and junior devs. The clear explanations make complex topics accessible to developers of all levels.

Quinn Mitchell
Quinn Mitchell
Cloud Architect at Google
5 months ago

This book distilled years of confusion into a clear roadmap for Data Visualization. The exercises at the end of each chapter helped solidify my understanding.

Rowan Johnson
Rowan Johnson
Game Developer at Oracle
15 days ago

After reading this, I finally understand the intricacies of Deceptive Charts.

Skyler Lopez
Skyler Lopez
Security Engineer at Pinterest
27 days ago

The writing is engaging, and the examples are spot-on for Lying. I appreciated the thoughtful breakdown of common design patterns. It helped me refactor legacy code with confidence and clarity.

Micah Nguyen
Micah Nguyen
UX Strategist at Salesforce
5 days ago

The author has a gift for explaining complex concepts about Seeing. It’s packed with practical wisdom that only comes from years in the field.

Micah Miller
Micah Miller
Innovation Lead at Facebook
3 months ago

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

Quinn Adams
Quinn Adams
API Evangelist at Slack
4 months ago

I finally feel equipped to make informed decisions about Information Design. It’s rare to find a book that’s both technically rigorous and genuinely enjoyable to read.

Casey Smith
Casey Smith
Automation Specialist at IBM
16 days ago

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

Jules Wright
Jules Wright
Senior Developer at Shopify
27 days ago

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

Taylor Davis
Taylor Davis
Data Scientist at Amazon
9 days ago

The author has a gift for explaining complex concepts about Infographics.

Emerson Scott
Emerson Scott
Cloud Architect at Slack
13 days ago

This helped me connect the dots I’d been missing in Infographics. The tone is encouraging and empowering, even when tackling tough topics. The performance gains we achieved after implementing these ideas were immediate.

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