Lying with Visualizations: Seeing Isn't Believing

Lying with Visualizations: Seeing Isn't Believing

4.7 (152 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: 532
  • 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

Charlie Garcia
Charlie Garcia
Backend Developer at Slack
10 months ago

The examples in this book are incredibly practical for Visual Manipulation. Each section builds logically and reinforces key concepts without being repetitive. The testing strategies have improved our coverage and confidence.

Sage Brown
Sage Brown
Site Reliability Engineer at Oracle
7 months ago

The author's experience really shines through in their treatment of Media Literacy. I’ve already recommended this to several teammates and junior devs.

Reese Williams
Reese Williams
Embedded Systems Engineer at Snap Inc.
28 days ago

This book bridges the gap between theory and practice in Visualizations:.

Taylor Hill
Taylor Hill
Senior Developer at Facebook
5 months ago

The examples in this book are incredibly practical for Deceptive Charts. I’ve already recommended this to several teammates and junior devs.

Rowan Hill
Rowan Hill
UX Strategist at Snap Inc.
8 months ago

I wish I'd discovered this book earlier—it’s a game changer for Data Visualization.

Jules Miller
Jules Miller
ML Engineer at Slack
7 months ago

It’s the kind of book that stays relevant no matter how much you know about Infographics.

Parker Williams
Parker Williams
Software Engineer at Snap Inc.
11 months ago

I’ve shared this with my team to improve our understanding of Infographics. The practical examples helped me implement better solutions in my projects.

Parker Torres
Parker Torres
Game Developer at Zoom
9 months ago

This book made me rethink how I approach Visual Manipulation.

Rowan Wright
Rowan Wright
QA Analyst at Slack
13 days ago

I’ve already implemented several ideas from this book into my work with Infographics.

Skyler Miller
Skyler Miller
Game Developer at Red Hat
4 days ago

I’ve bookmarked several chapters for quick reference on 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.

Micah Baker
Micah Baker
Frontend Engineer at Netflix
17 days ago

I've read many books on this topic, but this one stands out for its clarity on Seeing. I particularly appreciated the chapter on best practices and common pitfalls.

Skyler Lewis
Skyler Lewis
Data Scientist at Facebook
16 days ago

It’s rare to find something this insightful about Visual Manipulation.

Jordan Baker
Jordan Baker
Game Developer at Microsoft
12 days ago

After reading this, I finally understand the intricacies of Information Design.

Charlie Clark
Charlie Clark
Data Scientist at IBM
3 months ago

I keep coming back to this book whenever I need guidance on Believing. I especially liked the real-world case studies woven throughout. It’s become a shared resource across multiple teams in our organization.

Jordan Walker
Jordan Walker
Cloud Architect at GitHub
2 months ago

I wish I'd discovered this book earlier—it’s a game changer for Isn't. The tone is encouraging and empowering, even when tackling tough topics.

Elliot Wright
Elliot Wright
Embedded Systems Engineer at Oracle
11 months ago

A must-read for anyone trying to master Believing.

Reese King
Reese King
Backend Developer at Shopify
6 months ago

I’ve shared this with my team to improve our understanding of Deceptive Charts. The author’s passion for the subject is contagious.

Finley Baker
Finley Baker
ML Engineer at Zoom
19 days ago

It’s the kind of book that stays relevant no matter how much you know about Media Literacy.

Micah Mitchell
Micah Mitchell
Frontend Engineer at Amazon
12 months ago

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

Logan Carter
Logan Carter
Game Developer at Slack
10 months ago

I was struggling with until I read this book Infographics. The author’s passion for the subject is contagious. I’ve used several of the patterns described here in production already.

Reese Mitchell
Reese Mitchell
Data Scientist at Intel
16 days ago

After reading this, I finally understand the intricacies of Deceptive Charts. It’s the kind of book you’ll keep on your desk, not your shelf.

Alex Williams
Alex Williams
Full Stack Developer at Pinterest
6 months ago

This book bridges the gap between theory and practice in Information Design.

Rowan Garcia
Rowan Garcia
Backend Developer at Zoom
9 months ago

This book bridges the gap between theory and practice in Media Literacy. The author's real-world experience shines through in every chapter. It’s helped me mentor junior developers more effectively.

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