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 integrate them directly into applications and websites.
This instructor-led, live training session (available online or in-person) is designed for data professionals at the beginner to intermediate stages who aim to craft engaging data visualizations and dashboards using Power BI.
Upon completion of this training, participants will be capable of:
- Importing and transforming data from a variety of sources.
- Building and optimizing data models.
- Designing visually striking and interactive reports and dashboards.
- Implementing best practices for data visualization and dashboard design.
- Leveraging advanced Power BI features for comprehensive data analysis.
Course Format
- Interactive lectures and discussions.
- Extensive exercises and practical application.
- Hands-on implementation within a live-lab environment.
Customization Options
- For tailored training requests regarding this course, please reach out to 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 foundational understanding of data concepts and structures.
- Practical experience with Microsoft Excel and data manipulation.
- Familiarity with basic statistical principles.
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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