Power BI: Basics to Advanced Training Course
Power BI is a robust business analytics platform that empowers users to visualize data and disseminate insights throughout an organization, or seamlessly embed them into applications and websites.
This instructor-led, live training (available online or on-site) targets beginner to intermediate data professionals aiming to craft impactful data visualizations and dashboards using Power BI.
Upon completion of this training, participants will be capable of:
- Importing and transforming data from diverse sources.
- Developing and optimizing data models.
- Producing visually engaging and interactive reports and dashboards.
- Implementing best practices in data visualization and dashboard design.
- Leveraging advanced Power BI features for comprehensive data analysis.
Course Format
- Interactive lectures and discussions.
- Ample exercises and practical sessions.
- Hands-on implementation within a live-lab environment.
Customization Options
- For tailored training requests regarding this course, please reach out to us to arrange.
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
- Understanding of fundamental data concepts and structures
- Experience with Microsoft Excel and data manipulation
- Familiarity with basic statistical concepts
Audience
- Data analysts
- Business intelligence specialists
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Ineshia Bilankulu - National Transmission Company South Africa
Course - Power BI: Basics to Advanced
The facilitator took time to ensure no one gets left behind.
Athenkosi Ngqandu - 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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