Advanced Power BI: Data Modeling, DAX, and Enhanced Analytics Training Course
Course Outline
Recap and Data Model Design Principles
- Understanding the data modeling layer in Power BI for government use
- Star and snowflake schema concepts for efficient data representation
- Creating and managing relationships between tables to ensure data integrity
Introduction to DAX (Data Analysis Expressions)
- DAX syntax and data types for robust data manipulation
- Calculated columns versus measures for precise data calculations
- Common DAX functions: SUMX, CALCULATE, FILTER, RELATED for advanced analytics
Advanced DAX and Business Logic
- Time intelligence functions (YTD, MTD, QTD) for temporal analysis
- Conditional logic and dynamic calculations to support decision-making
- Ranking, running totals, and comparative metrics for comprehensive data insights
Data Transformation and Optimization
- Working with Power Query for advanced transformations in government datasets
- Combining multiple data sources efficiently to enhance reporting capabilities
- Improving performance through query folding and relationship optimization
Enhanced Visualizations and Interactivity
- Custom visuals and market extensions for tailored insights
- Drill-downs, bookmarks, and what-if parameters to support dynamic exploration
- Creating paginated and dynamic reports for comprehensive data presentation
Performance and Governance in Power BI
- Best practices for dataset management in government environments
- Optimizing refresh schedules and query performance to ensure timely access to data
- Implementing row-level security (RLS) to maintain data confidentiality and compliance
Hands-on Project: Building a Sales Intelligence Dashboard
- Developing KPIs with DAX measures for government applications
- Designing a model-driven dashboard for business insights in public sector operations
- Applying governance and sharing best practices to ensure data integrity and security
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- An understanding of the Power BI interface and report creation for government use
- Experience in building dashboards within Power BI
- Basic familiarity with data relationships and filters
Audience
- Business intelligence professionals for government agencies
- Data analysts and reporting specialists for government entities
- Developers working on data visualization and analytics for government projects
Runs with a minimum of 4 + people. For 1-to-1 or private group training, request a quote.
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