Microsoft Power BI

Course Outline:

Introduction to Power BI

• Understanding the Power BI ecosystem and components
• Exploring the Power BI interface and navigation
• Connecting to data sources and importing data into Power BI

Data Transformation and Modeling

• Cleaning and shaping data using Power Query Editor
• Creating relationships between data tables
• Designing efficient data models for analysis

Creating Visualizations

• Working with different types of visualizations (e.g., charts, maps, tables)
• Customizing visual properties (colors, labels, tooltips)
• Using formatting and design techniques for enhanced visual appeal

Advanced Data Analytics with DAX

• Introduction to Data Analysis Expressions (DAX)
• Creating calculated columns and measures
• Utilizing advanced DAX functions for complex calculations

Building Interactive Dashboards

• Designing interactive dashboards for data exploration
• Adding filters, slicers, and drill-through actions
• Incorporating bookmarks and buttons for enhanced interactivity

Data Exploration with Power Query

• Performing advanced data exploration and data wrangling tasks
• Using Power Query formulas and functions for data transformation
• Combining and merging data from multiple sources

Sharing and Collaboration

• Publishing reports and dashboards to the Power BI service
• Sharing and collaborating on reports with colleagues
• Creating content packs and apps for broader distribution

Advanced Analytics with Power BI

• Applying advanced analytics techniques (e.g., clustering, forecasting)
• Using Quick Measures and advanced visuals for data analysis
• Incorporating R and Python scripts for advanced analytics

Power BI Data Gateway and Data Refresh

• Configuring and managing Power BI Data Gateway
• Scheduling and automating data refresh for live and on-premises data sources
• Troubleshooting data refresh issues

Power BI Administration and Security

• Managing workspaces, apps, and data access
• Implementing row-level security for data protection
• Monitoring and optimizing Power BI performance

Note: This course outline covers a comprehensive introduction to Microsoft Power BI and can be adjusted or expanded upon based on the specific needs and skill levels of the learners.