Data storytelling with Comicgen 07-16-2020 04:20 AM

[Anonymous]

Comicgen : Comics that react to data

What is Comicgen ?

Comicgen is a custom powerbi plug-in developed by Gramener that reacts (emotions and body poses) based on data and data insights , this is visible in tabs from 3 to 5. Select a state filter and see the comic reaction

The Covid dashboard emphasizes on the use of data story telling techniques and Comicgen to help explain the current Covid situation in India.

The dashboard focuses on the top 5 states most affected by Covid-19 . There are two comics introduced to the story line(Dee and Dey). These two characters together try to explain the situation through 3 lens (confirmed , recovered and deceased cases).

This dashboard is also to emulate how you can use our custom component - Comicgen to your exisiting reports and also how story telling aspects can be introduced in powerbi dashboard.

We have created the report based on our 3 stages of data story telling :

1.) Identify the Problem Area

2.) Deep dive into the Problem Area

3.) Conclusion 

Gramener Comicgen plugin - https://info.gramener.com/comicgen-power-bi-plugin

Make your comic - https://gramener.com/comicgen/

Datacomics - https://gramener.com/datacomics/

Blog - https://blog.gramener.com/data-comics-storytelling-for-business-decisions/#Register

(Please note :

1.) Data refresh date : 17th June 2020

2.) This dashboard has many data insights that are partially automated but these can also be easily completely automated. The purpose of the current dashboard is to showcase only the capability of data story telling along with Comicgen in Powerbi)

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[Koltanderson]

Comicgen is an open-source tool that lets you create custom comic characters and scenes. Instead of boring charts and graphs, it helps you tell data stories through comics that people actually want to look at.

Why Use Comicgen for Data?

• Grabs Attention: Comics naturally draw people in, making your data more memorable
• Makes Complex Stuff Simple: Turns confusing numbers into easy stories anyone can understand
• Creates Emotional Connection: Characters help people actually care about your data

How to Create Data Comics?

1. Find Your Main Point: Pick the key insight you want people to remember
2. Create a Story: Build a simple narrative around your data

For example, if you're presenting quarterly sales data for South Korean webtoons, Comicgen allows you to create characters discussing why summer numbers dropped while fall sales soared - making the information instantly relatable and memorable in a way traditional graphs simply can't match.

1. Pick the Right Characters: Choose characters your audience will connect with
2. Get Creative: Put your data in speech bubbles, thoughts, or backgrounds

Real Examples

• Use Comicgen in business reports to make quarterly numbers interesting
• Create educational content that explains complex concepts through relatable scenarios
• Develop marketing campaigns that use storytelling to highlight key data points

Bottom Line

Comicgen isn't just for making comics – it's a powerful way to make data interesting and memorable. It bridges the gap between dry numbers and human understanding.

Try using Comicgen for your next data presentation and watch people actually pay attention to your numbers!