From data to insights

Introduction to Data Literacy

Jess Ahmet

Content Developer, DataCamp

The DIKW pyramid

diagram of the DIKW pyramid

Introduction to Data Literacy

DIKW pyramid: Data

  • Collection of raw observations or measurements
  • Unorganized, unprocessed, does not have meaning (yet)

 

The thermometer shows 15°C/59°F and there are dark clouds. It is starting to rain.

diagram of the DIKW pyramid with data step highlighted

Introduction to Data Literacy

DIKW pyramid: Information

  • Raw data placed into context
  • Typically done by organizing or aggregating data

 

First the temperature dropped several degrees, then it became cloudy and then it started to rain.

diagram of the DIKW pyramid with information step highlighted

Introduction to Data Literacy

DIKW pyramid: Knowledge

  • Combine information and make connections to learn and gain meaning
  • Typically done by detecting patterns, making generalizations or predictions

 

A drop in temperature followed by the formation of dark clouds, predicts that it is likely going to rain.

diagram of the DIKW pyramid with knowledge step highlighted

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DIKW pyramid: Wisdom

  • Applied knowledge to act proactively
  • Typically done by combining knowledge logically to determine the course of action

 

Based on my knowledge of the weather, I know when it is going to rain and can bring my umbrella.

diagram of the DIKW pyarmid with wisdom step highlighted

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The path to wisdom

flowdiagram of the DIKW process

Introduction to Data Literacy

The path to wisdom

illustration of a weather forecast

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Insights are the key

flow chart of the DIKW process with added insight step

Introduction to Data Literacy

Insights are the key

man holding umbrella looking at the rain

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Let's practice!

Introduction to Data Literacy

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