Columns AI

What is Columns AI?

Columns AI is a data visualization platform that uses AI to help teams explore data and collaborate in real time. You can create charts and graphs by typing or speaking requests in everyday language, and the platform interprets those queries and responds conversationally. It also includes granular controls over who can see what in your data catalogs, along with templates, pre-built visualization tools, and integrations with other software.

Who Created Columns AI?

Columns was founded by Xavier Amatriain. The company behind it, Columns Ai, Inc, offers the platform directly through its website and via integrations with other tools.

What Can You Do with Columns AI?

• Real-time visualizations: Generate charts and graphs quickly, with updates as you work.
• Natural language and speech input: Build visuals using everyday language or your voice.
• Chat with GPT-3: Run interactive data analysis through conversation.
• Fine-grained access controls: Manage permissions over who sees what in your data catalog.
• Self-serve data storytelling: Build data narratives without technical expertise, supported by templates and design elements.
• Real-time collaboration: Work with your team on data projects simultaneously.
• Integrations: Connect with Slack and GitHub to share findings and collaborate.
• Automated data interpretation: Let AI help make sense of your data.
• Public data access: Work with publicly available datasets.

Example questions include which countries have the highest GDP or population, electric car sales forecasts, or distances to planets. Built-in templates cover bar charts, line charts, scatter plots, and more.

Summary

Columns AI combines natural language querying, speech-based interaction, real-time collaboration, and granular access controls in a single data visualization platform. It suits teams that want to explore and share data without deep technical skills.