Data visualization libraries, also known as data visualization components, aid developers in the creation of a variety of data visuals for web and mobile projects. These visualizations, typically in the form of charts and graphs, help illustrate large amounts of data. This helps creators communicate the complexities of data and analytics in an easily digestible, understandable way.
While traditional data visualization software can help technical and non-technical users with their visualization needs, data visualization components are specifically designed for developers. Data visualization components are often built with certain web frameworks in mind, such as React, Angular, and Vue.
To qualify for inclusion in the Data Visualization Libraries category, a product must:
Include a variety of chart options to help users illustrate their data
Integrate into many JavaScript web frameworks or server-side programming languages
Allow users to create charts that are interactive and responsive to updates from developers