PyCon Lithuania 2024

Transforming Data Insights: Creating Dynamic Animated Stories with Python and ipyvizzu-story
2024-04-05 , Room 228

Unlocking the value of data often hinges on the ability to communicate insights effectively to non-technical audiences. What if you could go beyond static charts and captivate your audience with animated data stories? Join us in this workshop to discover the power of animated storytelling using ipyvizzu-story, an innovative open-source presentation tool designed to work seamlessly within Jupyter Notebook and similar platforms.


This interactive workshop offers a hands-on experience with ipyvizzu-story. To fully engage with the material, please bring your laptop and ensure familiarity with Jupyter Notebook or one of the supported environments listed here.

Designed for data professionals who frequently share their findings with non-technical stakeholders, this workshop presents a unique opportunity to enhance your storytelling capabilities. ipyvizzu-story smoothly integrates with pandas and boasts a straightforward syntax, making it accessible even to Python novices.

Our workshop will be divided into the following segments, w/ participants actively involved in exercises and challenges:

  • Introduction to Vizzu: Explore the underlying open-source dataviz library, Vizzu, which powers ipyvizzu-story.
  • The Art of Animated Storytelling: Delve into the challenges of presenting data to business stakeholders using traditional plots and discover the advantages of animation from both the presenter's and the audience's perspectives.
  • Navigating ipyvizzu: Learn the foundational logic and key components of ipyvizzu, focusing on the animate method through practical examples.
  • Hands-On Exploration: Engage with prepared notebooks to become familiar with ipyvizzu.
  • Leveraging Preset Charts: Discover how to use preset charts effectively in your storytelling.
  • Unveiling ipyvizzu-story: Explore ipyvizzu-story's core features, including embedding ipyvizzu charts into your narrative, with illustrative examples.
  • Story Creation Challenge: Form groups and tackle a creative storytelling challenge using provided datasets.
  • Presentations and Feedback: Participants can showcase their stories and receive feedback.
  • Q&A and Closing Remarks: Conclude the workshop w/ an open discussion and final insights.

By the end of this workshop, you will have a deep understanding of ipyvizzu-story and the skills to craft compelling an

Peter, the CEO, and Co-Founder of Vizzu, is on a mission to redefine how we perceive and interact with data. His passion lies in uncovering innovative solutions to the challenges faced by data professionals when it comes to chart creation and presentation.

With over 15 years of experience in digital product development, Peter's career has spanned a wide array of projects, from mobile app testing to online analytics, decision support systems, and e-learning solutions.

In his current role at Vizzu, Peter is dedicated to driving innovation in data visualization and empowering data professionals to effortlessly convey their insights through interactive and animated data stories.