Data Visualization for Hybrid Application: The Challenges in Choosing an Optimal Library for Line Chart
Sambit Kumar Patra1, Ishita Gupta2, Gaurav Saini3, Vinodkumar Poolothvalappil4

1Sambit Kumar Patra, Associate Manager, Masters in Computer Application from National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology, New Delhi, India.
2Ishita Gupta, She has done B.E in Electronics & Communication, mainly worked for Mobile Applications Development & End to End Testing, Bangalore, India.
3Gaurav Saini, is a Software Engineering Analyst at Accenture and works Primarily on Mobile & Web Technologies, Bangalore, India.
4Vinodkumar Poolothvalappil, is working as a Technical Lead in Accenture Mobility Division, Bangalore, India.
Manuscript received on August 20, 2014. | Revised Manuscript received on August 21, 2014. | Manuscript published on August 25, 2014. | PP:12-15 | Volume-2 Issue-10, August 2014. | Retrieval Number: J07970821014/2014©BEIESP

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Abstract: Developing application using web-technology for cross-platform becomes trend these days. However representing data into a small space is more challenging. Digital convergence has led to a sudden dependence on the mobile devices. The data visualization on mobile devices needs to be in a very pristine manner. To achieve that, unique methods are looked upon that generally involve simple but effective presentation instruments such as tables, charts and graphs. So, the challenge comes in deciding and choosing the right charting library for the hybrid mobile application looking over the cost, functionality, performance, and user experience. This paper has illustrated the challenges faced in implementing line chart in hybrid application using Fusion, HighChart, Rickshaw and D3 chart and will help in deciding the best charting library for the same.
Keywords: Cross-Platforms, Chart Libraries, Comparison, Data Visualization, Hybrid Application, Line Chart, Fusion, HighChart, D3