Power BI: Basics to Advanced Training Course
Power BI is a robust business analytics solution that empowers users to visualize data and share insights throughout an organization, or embed them directly into applications or websites.
This instructor-led, live training (available online or on-site) is designed for data professionals at beginner to intermediate levels who want to build compelling data visualizations and dashboards using Power BI.
Upon completing this training, participants will be able to:
- Import and transform data from a variety of sources.
- Develop and optimize data models.
- Create visually engaging and interactive reports and dashboards.
- Apply industry best practices for data visualization and dashboard design.
- Leverage advanced Power BI features for in-depth data analysis.
Course Format
- Interactive lectures and discussions.
- Extensive exercises and practice sessions.
- Hands-on implementation in a live laboratory environment.
Course Customization Options
- To request customized training for this course, please contact us to make arrangements.
Course Outline
Introduction
Excel to Power BI
- Introduction to Power BI and its relationship with Excel
- Importing data from Excel into Power BI
- Transforming Excel data for Power BI
- Best practices for Excel and Power BI integration
Power BI Basics
- Overview of Power BI components
- Connecting to data sources
- Data modeling basics
- Creating simple visualizations
Power BI Dashboards
- Design principles for dashboards
- Interactive dashboard features
- Sharing and publishing dashboards
- Dashboard navigation and actions
Power BI Dashboard Design
- Advanced design techniques
- Utilizing themes and templates
- Mobile dashboard design considerations
- User experience and accessibility
Advanced Power BI
- DAX (Data Analysis Expressions) fundamentals
- Advanced data transformations
- Complex data modeling
- In-depth analysis techniques
- Security and administration in Power BI
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- A solid understanding of basic data concepts and structures.
- Experience with Microsoft Excel and data manipulation.
- Familiarity with fundamental statistical concepts.
Audience
- Data analysts
- Business intelligence specialists
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Ineshia Bilankulu - National Transmission Company South Africa
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The manner in which the presenter addressed questions. The method of delivering the course was very beneficial to the students. A very good teacher indeed.
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