Module 2: Transforming Data in Power BI

INTRODUCTION – Transforming data in Power BI In this module, you will focus on extensive practice in cleaning and transforming data—an essential foundation for preparing datasets for advanced data modeling techniques in future courses. Through hands-on exercises and practical examples, you will address common data quality challenges, such as missing values, inconsistencies, and outliers. You … Read more

Module 4: Identifying Patterns and Trends

INTRODUCTION – Identifying Patterns and Trends In this module, you will gain foundational knowledge of data analysis, with a specific emphasis on utilizing visualizations and artificial intelligence (AI) within Microsoft Power BI to conduct comprehensive analyses. You will explore the various visualization tools available in Power BI, learning to create dynamic and interactive visual representations … Read more

Module 3: Bringing Data to the User

INTRODUCTION – Bringing Data to the User In this module, you will be introduced to dashboards and explore how they differ from reports. You’ll learn about the unique functions and benefits of dashboards, which offer a high-level overview of key metrics and performance indicators, whereas reports provide detailed, in-depth data analysis. Additionally, the module will … Read more

Module 2: Navigation and Accessibility

INTRODUCTION – Navigation and Accessibility In this module, you will explore techniques and strategies to enhance both accessibility and user experience in reports. By learning various methods to make reports more accessible, you will ensure that all users, including those with disabilities, can easily navigate and comprehend the information presented. Additionally, you will uncover best … Read more

Module 1: Creating Reports

INTRODUCTION – Creating Reports   In this module, you will be introduced to using visualizations and reports within Microsoft Power BI, providing you with the skills to effectively communicate data to stakeholders. Through an in-depth exploration of Power BI’s tools and features, you will learn how to create dynamic, interactive visualizations that clearly convey insights … Read more

Module 3: Optimize a Model for Performance in Power BI

INTRODUCTION – Optimize a model for performance in Power BI This module explores the optimization process within Power BI, examining the various tools and methods available to enhance performance. It covers the use of the Performance Analyzer and DirectQuery features, demonstrating how these tools can be employed to achieve optimal results. Additionally, the module provides … Read more

Module 2: Deploying Assets

INTRODUCTION – Deploying assets In this module, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of deploying Power BI assets, focusing on the processes and strategies essential for successful implementation. You will dive deep into deployment pipelines, exploring how they function and why they are crucial for maintaining data integrity within an organization. By understanding the critical … Read more

Module 3: Advanced ETL in Power BI

INTRODUCTION – Advanced ETL in Power BI In this module, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of the “load” phase in the Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) process, which plays a pivotal role in data integration and management. You will explore how data is efficiently loaded into various storage systems, ensuring it is organized and ready … Read more

Module 3: Dashboard Design and Storytelling

INTRODUCTION – Dashboard Design and Storytelling   This week, you will dive into a thorough comparison between designing a dashboard and designing a report, exploring the distinct methodologies, tools, and purposes that each entails. This exploration will help you understand the unique features and functionalities of dashboards and reports, and how each serves a different … Read more

Module 2: Designing Powerful Report Pages

INTRODUCTION – Designing Powerful Report Pages This week, you will delve into the principles of cohesive design, exploring the various ways in which well-executed design enhances both user experience and data comprehension. By understanding the foundational elements that contribute to a unified and aesthetically pleasing design, you will learn how to create interfaces and visualizations … Read more