Assessing the Performance of Python Data Visualization Libraries: A Review

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Published: Jan 31, 2023
DOI: https://doi.org/10.22362/ijcert/2023/v10/i01/v10i0104
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Python, Data Visualization, Performance, Li- braries, Review

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Addepalli Lavanya
Lokhande Gaurav
Sakinam Sindhuja
Hussain Seam
Mookerjee Joydeep
Vamsi Uppalapati
Waqas Ali
Vidya Sagar S.D

Abstract

Python is one of the most widely used programming languages for data analysis, visualization, and machine learning. One of Python's key strengths is its rich library ecosystem that provides powerful data visualization tools. Several Python data visualization libraries have emerged in recent years, making it challenging for data analysts and scientists to choose the right library for their visualization needs. Therefore, this research paper aims to assess the performance of Python data visualization libraries and comprehensively review their strengths and limitations. The research paper begins by providing an overview of the most popular Python data visualization libraries, including Matplotlib, Seaborn, Plotly, Bokeh, Altair, and ggplot. We then evaluate each library's performance in terms of its functionality, ease of use, flexibility, and speed.. Additionally, we assess the visual quality of the plots produced by each library and compare them to industry standards. We evaluate the performance of each library by testing them on various datasets and use cases, including large and small datasets, static and interactive visualizations, and different plot types, such as scatter plots, line plots, bar charts, and heatmaps. Our findings suggest that each library has unique strengths and limitations, making choosing one library that fits all visualization needs difficult. However, Matplotlib, Seaborn, and Plotly are the most popular and widely used Python data visualization libraries, each with unique strengths. Matplotlib is a powerful and flexible library that offers a broad range of plotting options, making it ideal for creating complex and customized plots. Seaborn is a high-level library that simplifies the plotting process by providing a consistent interface and easy-to-use functions. Plotly is an interactive visualization library offering rich features for creating web-based visualizations and dashboards. We also find that Bokeh, Altair, and ggplot are less popular but offer unique features and functionality. 

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Addepalli Lavanya, “Assessing the Performance of Python Data Visualization Libraries: A Review”, Int. J. Comput. Eng. Res. Trends, vol. 10, no. 1, pp. 28–39, Jan. 2023.
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