Become an Expert in Microsoft Power BI Desktop

About Become an Expert in Microsoft Power BI Desktop

Master Power BI Desktop

for data analysis through practical projects and assignments guided by a top-rated Power BI instructor. Whether you're a working data professional or an aspiring analyst ready to dive into the world of business intelligence, this course offers a clear, structured path to expertise. With

hours of in-depth video tutorials

covering every essential Power BI topic, this is the

comprehensive training

you've been searching for. Learn under the guidance of expert instructors from

Sayyed Academy

. Gain

hands-on experience

through real-world assignments designed to sharpen your analytical and reporting skills.

COURSE PROJECT:

Take on the role of a Business Intelligence Analyst at _Adventure Works Cycles_ , a fictional manufacturing company. Your task: transform raw data into insightful reports and interactive dashboards. Track _key performance indicators, analyze regional sales trends, identify high-performing products, and profile top customers_. Don't worry—you won’t be on your own.

Clear instructions and expert guidance

will support you throughout, helping you grow from beginner to confident Power BI professional. This course mirrors the entire business intelligence lifecycle, simulating real-world responsibilities faced by data analysts and BI experts.

SECTION 1: Connecting & Shaping Data

In this phase, we will focus on constructing automated workflows to extract, transform, and load project data via Power Query. Explore various data connectors, storage modes, profiling tools, table transformations, and more:

_Data connectors_

_Storage & import modes_

_Query editing tools_

_Table transformations_

_Database connectivity_

_Web data extraction_

_QA & Profiling tools_

_Text, numerical, date & time tools_

_Rolling calendars_

_Index & conditional columns_

_Grouping & aggregating_

_Pivoting & unpivoting_

_Merging & appending queries_

_Data source parameters_

_Excel model imports_

SECTION 2: Building a Relational Data Model

In this phase, we delve into data modeling best practices, covering cardinality, normalization, filter flow, and star schemas. We kick-start the Adventure Works data model from scratch:

_Database normalization_

_Fact & dimension tables_

_Primary & foreign keys_

_Star & snowflake schemas_

_Active & inactive relationships_

_Relationship cardinality_

_Filter context & flow_

_Bi-directional filters_

_Model layouts_

_Data formats & categories_

_Hierarchies_

SECTION 3: Enriching Data with DAX Calculations

In this segment, we introduce data analysis expressions (DAX). Create calculated columns and measures, explore row and filter contexts, and wield powerful tools like filter functions, iterators, and time intelligence patterns:

_DAX vs. M_

_Calculated columns & measures_

_Implicit, explicit & quick measures_

_Measure calculation steps_

_DAX syntax & operators_

_Math & stats functions_

_Conditional & logical functions_

_The SWITCH function_

_Text functions_

_Date & time functions_

_The RELATED function_

_CALCULATE, FILTER & ALL_

_Iterator (X) functions_

_Time intelligence functions_

SECTION 4: Mastering Advanced DAX

This phase dives into advanced DAX functions, including implementing advanced aggregation, contextual calculations, time intelligence functions, and DAX variables:

_DAX shortcuts, code formatting, etc._

_Error handling_

_DAX variables and uses_

_DAX code testing and debugging_

_DAX modifiers_

_REMOVEFILTER & KEEPFILTER modifiers_

_Advanced CALCULATE function uses_

_Table and filter functions_

_Calculated Virtual tables_

_DISTINCT function_

_VALUES function_

_Table relationships & cardinality_

_CONCATENATEX function_

_Dynamic labels_

_CALENDAR function_

_Time intelligence functions_

_PARALLELPERIOD & PREVIOUSQUARTER functions_

_Additional time intelligence calculations_

SECTION 5: Crafting Dynamic Data Visualizations

Section 5 focuses on breathing life into data with reports and dashboards. Review into data visualization best practices, chart creation, and interactivity enhancement:

_Data viz best practices_

_Dashboard design framework_

_Cards & KPIs_

_Line charts, trend lines & forecasts_

_On-object formatting_

_Table & matrix visuals_

_Conditional formatting_

_Top N filtering_

_Map visuals_

_Drill up, drill down & drillthrough_

_Report slicers & interactions_

_Bookmarks & page navigation_

_Numeric & fields parameters_

_Custom tooltips_

_Importing custom visuals_

_Managing & viewing roles (RLS)_

_Mobile layouts_

_Publishing to Power BI Service_

SECTION 6: Artificial Intelligence in Power BI

Unlock AI's potential in Power BI with expert lessons. Explore predictive analytics, anomaly detection, clustering, and more for data-driven insights.

_Introduction to AI in Power BI_

_Anomaly Detection_

_Smart Narrative Summaries_

_Q &A Visuals_

_Decomposition Tree_

_Key Influencers_

SECTION 7: Artificial Intelligence in Power BI

Explore Optimization Tools in Power BI: Unveil native and external resources to boost report performance, enhancing insights and efficiency.

_Introduction to Optimization in BI_

_Optimize Menu Ribbon_

_Pausing Visuals_

_Optimization Presets_

_Applying All slicer button_

_Performance Analyzer_

_External Tools_

SECTION 8: Power BI Updates & New Features

Stay Updated with Power BI: Discover the latest features and updates as they're released. Explore new visuals and functions added to Power BI post-course launch.

_DAX Query View_

_Advanced Measures in DAX Query View_

_Calculation Groups_

_Calculation Groups For Daily Averages_

_Calculation Groups For Time Intelligence_

_Visual Calculations_

_Using Visual Calculations_

SECTION 9: Mastering Dashboard Design

Master advanced data visualization techniques, essential KPIs, dashboard examples, and finance and accounts terminologies in Power BI for impactful dashboards and compelling reports.

_12 Vital KPIs_

_Visual Data Handbook_

_Chart Selection Guide_

_Variety of Dashboard Examples_

_A Guide to Essential Accounting KPIs_

_Finance and Accounting Terms Glossary for Power BI_ Uncover potent

artificial

intelligence

tools like decomposition trees, key influencers, smart narratives, and natural language Q&A, coupled with performance optimization techniques for seamless report operation at scale. Discover the

latest

Power BI

visuals

, including the new card visual, button slicer, and more. Ready to embark on this transformative journey? Enroll today and unlock immediate, lifelong access to: _Over 27 hours of premium video content_ _A 270+ page Power BI eBook_ _28 practical assignments with solutions_ _Downloadable course project files_ _A powerful Power BI cheat sheet for quick and ready reference_ _Expert Q &A support forum_ _A risk-free 30-day money-back guarantee_

If you seek the ultimate course to cultivate job-ready Power BI skills, look no further.

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