Power BI DAX Fundamentals Training Course
Microsoft Power BI is a business intelligence platform designed for transforming, analyzing, visualizing, and presenting data. Data Analysis Expressions (DAX) is a formula language that enables users to create custom calculations and expressions in Power BI, facilitating the analysis of data and the derivation of insights.
This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is tailored for beginner to intermediate-level business analysts, data analysts, and developers who seek to master the fundamentals of DAX in Power BI.
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
- Achieve a comprehensive understanding of Data Analysis Expressions (DAX) in Power BI.
- Create custom calculations and expressions in Power BI for data analysis and insight derivation.
- Learn best practices to optimize DAX performance for government applications.
Format of the Course
- Interactive lecture and discussion.
- Extensive exercises and practice sessions.
- Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.
Course Customization Options
- To request a customized training for government, please contact us to arrange.
Course Outline
Introduction
- Overview of Power BI and its capabilities for government use
- Overview of Data Analysis Expressions (DAX)
DAX Basics
- Understanding the role of DAX in Power BI for government data analysis
- Exploring the syntax of DAX formulas
- Creating basic DAX expressions for enhanced reporting and analytics
- Understanding data types supported by DAX for accurate calculations
DAX Aggregation and Calculation Functions
- Using aggregation functions to summarize data effectively
- Utilizing logical functions to control data flow and decision-making processes
- Applying mathematical functions for complex calculations and transformations
- Leveraging text functions to manipulate and format textual data
- Employing date and time functions for temporal data analysis
Optimizing DAX Performance
- Identifying and resolving performance bottlenecks in DAX queries for government applications
- Understanding the impact of query context and evaluation order on performance
- Optimizing DAX calculations and expressions to enhance efficiency and speed
- Best practices for developing robust DAX models for government data environments
- Tips and tricks for achieving optimal performance in DAX modeling for government use
Summary and next steps
Requirements
- Basic understanding of Power BI for government
- Familiarity with the DAX language
Audience
- Business Analysts
- Data Analysts
- Developers
Runs with a minimum of 4 + people. For 1-to-1 or private group training, request a quote.
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