Course Outline
Review of Foundations and Data Model Design Principles
- Comprehending the data modeling layer within Power BI.
- Exploring star and snowflake schema concepts.
- Establishing and managing inter-table relationships.
Fundamentals of DAX (Data Analysis Expressions)
- DAX syntax structures and data types.
- Distinguishing between calculated columns and measures.
- Essential DAX functions: SUMX, CALCULATE, FILTER, and RELATED.
Advanced DAX Application and Business Logic
- Utilizing time intelligence functions (YTD, MTD, QTD).
- Implementing conditional logic and dynamic calculations.
- Calculating rankings, running totals, and comparative metrics.
Data Transformation and Performance Optimization
- Executing advanced transformations using Power Query.
- Efficiently integrating multiple data sources.
- Enhancing performance via query folding and optimized relationships.
Advanced Visualizations and Interactivity
- Incorporating custom visuals and market extensions.
- Utilizing drill-downs, bookmarks, and what-if parameters.
- Developing paginated and dynamic report layouts.
Performance Management and Governance in Power BI
- Adhering to best practices for dataset management.
- Optimizing refresh schedules and query execution speed.
- Implementing row-level security (RLS) frameworks.
Capstone Project: Developing a Sales Intelligence Dashboard
- Creating KPIs using DAX measures.
- Designing a model-driven dashboard for actionable business insights.
- Applying governance standards and sharing best practices.
Summary and Path Forward
Requirements
- Proficiency with the Power BI interface and report creation workflows.
- Practical experience in constructing dashboards within Power BI.
- Fundamental knowledge of data relationships and filtering mechanisms.
Target Audience
- Business intelligence specialists.
- Data analysts and reporting experts.
- Developers focused on data visualization and analytics solutions.
Testimonials (4)
How to use relationships in Power BIand the differences between columns and measurements
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Course - Advanced Power BI: Data Modeling, DAX, and Enhanced Analytics
The application of Data Modelling and DAX
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Emoji setting. SharePoint data source linkage. Concept of DAX in measure and column.
Lam Chit Wui (Ray) - HAESL
Course - Advanced Power BI: Data Modeling, DAX, and Enhanced Analytics
Calculate, Measure