This beginner-level course is designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to Power BI, a powerful business analytics tool by Microsoft. Whether you're a business analyst, data analyst, or anyone interested in harnessing the power of data visualization and analytics, this course will equip you with the foundational skills needed to leverage Power BI effectively.
Introduction to Power BI: Understand the core features and functionalities of Power BI, including its interface, data modeling capabilities, and visualization tools.
Data Preparation and Import: Learn how to import data from different sources such as Excel spreadsheets, databases, and cloud services into Power BI, and explore techniques for cleaning, transforming, and shaping data for analysis.
Data Modeling: Master the essentials of data modeling in Power BI, including creating relationships between tables, defining calculated columns and measures, and optimizing data models for efficient analysis.
Data Visualization: Explore the wide range of visualization options available in Power BI, and learn how to create interactive and visually appealing reports and dashboards to communicate insights effectively.
Analyzing Data with DAX: Dive into the Data Analysis Expressions (DAX) language and discover how to write formulas and expressions to perform complex calculations and analysis within Power BI.
Publishing and Sharing: Understand the process of publishing your Power BI reports and dashboards to the Power BI Service, and learn how to share them securely with colleagues and stakeholders for collaboration and decision-making.
Data Refresh and Scheduled Refresh: Explore how to set up data refresh schedules to ensure that your Power BI reports and dashboards are always up-to-date with the latest data from your sources.
Introduction to Power BI Desktop and Power BI Service: Gain hands-on experience with both Power BI Desktop, the desktop-based authoring tool, and Power BI Service, the cloud-based platform for publishing, sharing, and collaborating on Power BI content.
Video Tutorials: Step-by-step video tutorials led by experienced instructors, covering each topic comprehensively.
Hands-on Exercises: Practical exercises and assignments to reinforce learning and apply concepts in real-world scenarios.
Quizzes and Assessments: Regular quizzes and assessments to gauge understanding and track progress.
Interactive Demos: Interactive demos and examples to illustrate concepts and demonstrate best practices.
Discussion Forums: Opportunities for students to engage in discussions, ask questions, and seek guidance from instructors and peers.
Beginners with little to no prior experience in Power BI or data analytics.
Business analysts, data analysts, and professionals involved in data analysis and reporting.
Managers and decision-makers seeking to gain insights from their organization's data to drive strategic decisions.