Data Visualization and Dashboards: Orientation

Explain the role of visualization in clinical data management, monitoring, and reporting.

Select appropriate chart types for categorical, numeric, time-based, and site-level data.

Create basic clinical research visualizations in R using `ggplot2`.

Interpret visual outputs with attention to denominators, missing data, scale, and study context.

Describe the purpose and basic structure of a Shiny dashboard.

Identify governance and privacy considerations when building dashboards from clinical research data.

Design a simple monitoring dashboard concept that supports action rather than decoration.