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SEO-optimized Data Visualizations (e.g. Charts) Tools
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Hi there! We are currently evaluating data visualization / charting tools for rich content. Are there any open source solutions that work best in your opinion? Why? Some specific questions:
- Are static image / svg rendered images better than a javascript dynamic chart (canvas/HTML5)? Which gets indexed better?
 - Is there any proven or perceived benefit to using Google Charts API that gives you an SEO boost?
 - Are there tools for progressively enhancing HTML raw data tables to generate charts?
 
Looking at a couple of solutions:
Thanks for your feedback!
 
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