Visualization toolmaker. Founder @observablehq. Creator @d3. Former @nytgraphics. Pronounced BOSS-tock.
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Dec 9, 2021
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wordCount = text.split(/\s+/g).filter(w => w).length
characterCount = [...text.trim()].length
readTime = wordCount / 265
speakTime = wordCount / 130
formatTime(readTime)
function formatTime(minutes) {
if (minutes < 1) {
const seconds = Math.ceil(minutes * 60);
return `${seconds} second`;
}
minutes = Math.ceil(minutes);
return `${minutes} minute`;
}
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Observable is your go-to platform for exploring data and creating expressive data visualizations. Use reactive JavaScript notebooks for prototyping and a collaborative canvas for visual data exploration and dashboard creation.
