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Getting Started with Power BI

This foundational course aims to assist both professionals and enthusiasts in embarking on their exploration of Microsoft Power BI, a premier tool for business analytics.

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Certificate :

After Completion

Start Date :

10-Jan-2025

Duration :

30 Days

Course fee :

$150

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

– This foundational course aims to assist both professionals and enthusiasts in embarking on their exploration of Microsoft Power BI, a premier tool for business analytics.
– Attendees will gain the skills necessary to establish connections with diverse data sources, enabling them to effectively gather and utilize information.
– The curriculum includes comprehensive training on data transformation and modeling techniques, equipping participants with the ability to prepare data for analysis.
– Participants will also learn to design and develop interactive reports and dashboards, facilitating the visualization of data in a meaningful way.
– Ultimately, this course will empower individuals to extract actionable insights from their data, enhancing decision-making processes within their organizations.

CERTIFICATION:

  1. Participants who complete the course will earn a Certificate in Power BI Basics, demonstrating their ability to design, build, and share interactive dashboards using Microsoft Power BI.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

By the conclusion of the course, participants will possess the skills to:

– Grasp the Essential Components of Power BI: Familiarize yourself with the fundamental aspects of Power BI, which encompass Power BI Desktop, Power BI Service, and Power BI Mobile applications.

– Establish Connections to Data Sources: Facilitate the importation of data from a variety of origins, including Excel spreadsheets, databases, and online platforms.

– Data Transformation and Modeling: Utilize the Power Query Editor to cleanse and structure data, ensuring it is adequately prepared for subsequent analysis.

– Develop Visual Representations: Create engaging and interactive visual elements such as charts, tables, and maps to effectively convey data insights.

– Construct Comprehensive Reports and Dashboards: Integrate visualizations into detailed reports and dashboards that facilitate effective data storytelling and communication.

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Course Curriculum

Introduction to Power BI
  1. What is Power BI? Overview and capabilities
  2. Key components: Power BI Desktop, Power BI Service, and Power BI Mobile
  3. How Power BI fits into the business intelligence ecosystem
  4. Installing and setting up Power BI Desktop
Connecting to Data Sources
  1. Overview of supported data sources (Excel, SQL Server, SharePoint, etc.)
  2. Importing data vs. DirectQuery: When to use each
  3. Setting up and managing data connections
  4. Best practices for organizing data sources
Transforming Data with Power Query
  1. Introduction to Power Query Editor
  2. Cleaning and transforming data: Removing duplicates, splitting columns. and handling missing values
  3. Merging and appending queries
  4. Creating calculated columns and custom transformations
Building a Data Model
  1. Understanding relationships and data modeling basics
  2. Creating and managing relationships between tables
  3. Using DAX (Data Analysis Expressions) for calculated measures and columns
  4. Optimizing models for performance and clarity
Visualizing Data
  1. Overview of Power BI visualizations: Bar charts, line charts, maps, tables, and more
  2. Customizing visuals: Formatting, color schemes, and labels
  3. Adding interactivity with slicers, filters, and drill-throughs
  4. Designing layouts for clarity and impact
Creating Dashboards and Reports
  1. Structuring reports for storytelling and data insights
  2. Combining visuals into cohesive dashboards
  3. Best practices for layout and user experience
  4. Publishing and sharing reports via Power BI Service.
Advanced Features and Best Practices
  1. Automating data refreshes and scheduling updates
  2. Collaborating with teams: Workspaces and shared dashboards
  3. Exporting reports to other formats (PDF, Excel, etc.)
  4. Best practices for data security and governance in Power BI
Capstone Project
  1. Designing a real-world dashboard based on a sample dataset
  2. Presenting insights and recommendations to stakeholders
  3. Peer review and feedback

Training Features

Video Tutorials

Step-by-step walkthroughs of Power BI’s features and tools.

Interactive Exercises

Hands-on practice with real-world data scenarios.

Downloadable Resources

Cheat sheets, best practices, and sample datasets.

Live Q&A Sessions

Weekly opportunities to ask questions and get expert guidance.

Capstone Project

Build and present a professional-quality Power BI dashboard.

Certification

A globally recognized certificate upon completing the course.

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