How to Import External Data in Power Query - Beginners Guide

Overview

Syllabus

• Introduction to Power Query
Overview of Power Query and its applications
Navigating the Power Query interface
• Importing Data into Power Query
Importing data from Excel files
Importing data from CSV files
Connecting to databases
Importing data from web pages
• Working with Imported Data
Understanding the Query Editor
Exploring data preview and navigation
• Basic Data Cleaning Techniques
Removing unwanted columns and rows
Filtering data
Handling nulls and errors
• Basic Data Transformation Techniques
Renaming columns
Changing data types
Splitting and merging columns
• Conclusion and Practical Tips
Tips for efficient data import and processing
Common pitfalls and solutions in data handling
• Hands-On Practice
Guided exercises with sample datasets
Real-world scenario application for practice
• Course Review and Next Steps
Summarizing key takeaways
Resources for further learning

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Subjects

Business