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Understanding data with graphs
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nuplot is an open source graphics program that helps you analyze, interpret, and present numerical data. Availablefor Unix, Mac, and Windows, it is well maintained, very

“Knee-deep in data? is is your guidebook to exploring it with gnuplot.”
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Gnuplot in Action is a comprehensive tutorial written for all gnuplot users: data analysts, computer professionals, scientists, researchers, and others. It shows how to apply gnuplot to data analysis problems. It gets intotricky and poorly documented areas. You’ll quickly move from basic charts to advanced graphics, mastering powerful techniques like multi-dimensional and false-color plots. You’ll also learn scripting techniques for unattended batch jobs or how to use gnuplot to generate web graphics on demand.
is book does not require programming skills, nor previous knowledge of gnuplot.

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What’s Inside Generate simple and complex graphics Graphic methods to understand data Scripting and advanced visualization Philipp K. Janert has been a gnuplot poweruser for over 15 years, in business and academic environments. He holds a Ph.D. in theoretical physics.
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“Bridges the gap between gnuplot’s reference manual and real-world problems.”
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“A Swiss Army knife for plotting data.”
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