Introduction to the Power BI Designer

Overview

Explore Power BI Designer:

Create reports, connect data sources, and build dashboards efficiently. Learn setup, features, and future developments in this comprehensive introduction.

Syllabus

• Introduction to Power BI Designer
Overview of Power BI and its components
Key features of Power BI Designer
Benefits of using Power BI for data analysis and visualization
• Setting Up Power BI Designer
System requirements and installation
Navigating the Power BI interface
Configuring initial settings
• Connecting Data Sources
Overview of supported data sources
How to connect to various data sources
Managing data connections and refresh schedules
• Data Transformation and Modeling
Introduction to Power Query Editor
Cleaning and transforming data
Creating and managing data models
Using DAX for calculated columns and measures
• Designing Reports
Building effective visualizations (charts, tables, maps)
Customizing visualizations and layouts
Using themes and templates for consistent design
• Building Dashboards
Understanding the dashboard workspace
Designing interactive and informative dashboards
Integrating multiple reports into a single dashboard
• Sharing and Collaborating
Publishing reports and dashboards to the Power BI Service
Sharing reports with team members and stakeholders
Managing permissions and access control
• Advanced Features
Using AI and machine learning in Power BI
Implementing R and Python scripts
Utilizing custom visuals and add-ons
• Future Developments in Power BI
Recent updates and new features
Upcoming enhancements and their potential impact
Staying informed about Power BI roadmaps and community resources
• Course Summary and Review
Recap of key concepts and skills
Additional resources for further learning
Q&A session and final project assignment

Subjects

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