Abstract
Daniel J. Rope and D.B. Carr (1995)
"D.C. Graph: Software For Converting Tables To Graphs Via A
Simple, Easy To Use Interface," Journal of the
American Statistical Association, Section on Statistical
Graphics.
Mainstream statistical graphics packages often provide a
convenient easy-to-use interface for creating traditional
graphs but may have limited ability to customize graphs for
special purposes. As computer graphic capabilities increase,
statisticians are more able to address the concepts of data
visualization and apply both statistical and cognitive
science to developing quality graphics. As a result, computer
code is provided for other scientists to experiment with or
produce these newer graphics. This poster session discusses
software developed in S-PLUS (TM) to produce row-labeled
plots ("rowplot"). Row-labeled plots provide a
simple, effective way of looking at complex tables of data. A
sophisticated graphical technique requires much flexibility
and control over the resulting graph, which is clearly
provided in "rowplot". D.C. Graph, created in
Microsoft s Visual Basic, is designed to be an intuitive
graphical user interface that can create and run
"rowplot" S-PLUS code in the Microsoft Windows
environment. Emphasis was placed upon retaining power and
flexibility while making the interface simple and convenient.
A user is not required to write any S-PLUS code. Tools were
included to perform common actions, and the design of D.C.
Graph allows for implementation of future capabilities of
"rowplot".
There is no paper, but the on-line virtual poster session is
available!
Last Modified Date: July 19, 2008
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