Course Outline
Introduction to Power BI Fundamentals
- Understanding Power BI and its capabilities.
- Power BI Desktop versus Power BI Service.
- An overview of the report development workflow.
Power BI Ecosystem Components
- Power BI Desktop, Service, and Mobile applications.
- Power Query and Power Pivot functionalities.
- Distinguishing between datasets, reports, and dashboards.
Data Source Integration
- Supported data sources and available connectors.
- Import vs. DirectQuery methodologies.
- Data refresh and update mechanisms.
Fundamental Data Modeling
- Establishing relationships and keys.
- Structuring hierarchies and calculated columns.
- Creating basic measures using DAX.
Developing Basic Visuals
- Bar, line, pie, matrix, and table visualizations.
- Implementing filters and slicers.
- Applying conditional formatting and drillthrough actions.
Power BI Dashboard Creation
- Pinning visuals to dashboards.
- Configuring tiles and layout options.
- Live dashboards and refresh frequency settings.
Dashboard Design Best Practices
- Optimizing data-to-ink ratio and visual hierarchy.
- Effective use of white space and alignment.
- Selecting the appropriate visual for the intended message.
Interactive Panel Features
- Utilizing bookmarks and buttons.
- Drilldowns and cross-filtering interactions.
- Tooltips and the Q&A visual tool.
Publishing and Sharing Dashboards
- Deploying to Power BI Service.
- Managing workspaces and apps.
- Securely sharing reports and dashboards.
Panel Navigation and Actions
- Designing page navigation flows.
- Implementing page-level tooltips.
- Configuring action-based interactions.
Power BI Report Design Strategies
- Storytelling with data.
- Designing for readability and clarity.
- Incorporating shapes, text, and images.
Advanced Design Techniques
- Layering and grouping visual elements.
- Implementing dynamic titles and metrics.
- Configuring drillthrough pages.
Utilizing Themes and Templates
- Creating and applying custom themes.
- Using report templates for consistency.
- Maintaining visual uniformity across reports.
Mobile Dashboard Design Considerations
- Using the mobile layout editor.
- Optimizing layouts for touch interactions.
- Testing dashboards on mobile devices.
User Experience and Accessibility
- Ensuring color contrast and screen reader compatibility.
- Managing tab order and keyboard navigation.
- Best practices for accessible design.
Conclusion and Future Pathways
- Recap of core concepts.
- Additional Power BI learning resources.
- Exploring certification opportunities.
Requirements
- Foundational knowledge of data concepts and structures.
- Hands-on experience with Microsoft Excel and data manipulation techniques.
- Basic familiarity with statistical principles.
Target Audience
- Data analysts.
- Business intelligence specialists.
- Professionals involved in reporting and dashboard design.
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- Customized Content: We adapt the syllabus and practical exercises to the real goals and needs of your project.
- Flexible Schedule: Dates and times adapted to your team's agenda.
- Format: Online (live), In-company (at your offices), or Hybrid.
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Course - Advanced Power BI: Data Modeling, DAX, and Enhanced Analytics
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