X-Raying a Visualization

💡 Think about why you are inspired by a visualization and record it for future use. 🌳 Gather inspiration consistently, even if your system isn't perfect--something is better than nothing. ✏️ Analyze visualizations using the X-Ray framework (Excite, Rules, Anarchy):

• ✨ Excite: Identify what is exciting or calming about the visualization (e.g., colors, placement).
• 📏 Rules: Evaluate labeling, axes, clarity of elements.
• 💥 Anarchy: Consider what rules were broken and why (e.g., simplifications for audience comprehension).

Maxim: Consistently gather and analyze inspiration. Use a framework like X-Ray to understand the effectiveness of data visualizations by examining what excites, what rules are followed, and what rules are broken for impact.