Introduction:

This course is designed for end users who want to harness the power of Oracle BI Publisher to create reports based on data models and OBI EE data sources. Participants will learn to design and customize reports using the Data Model Editor and Layout Editor for effective data analysis and reporting.

Objectives:

  • Create data models by using the Data Model Editor.
  • Create BI Publisher reports based on data models.
  • Create report layouts by using the Layout Editor .
  • Create reports based on OBI EE data sources.

Course Outline:

Module 1: Introduction to Oracle BI Publisher

  • Overview of BI Publisher
  • Role in reporting and data analysis
  • Understanding the BI Publisher interface.

Module 2: Data Modeling with Data Model Editor

  • Introduction to the Data Model Editor
  • Creating data models
  • Adding data source connections (OBI EE and others)
  • Defining SQL queries and parameters.

Module 3: Designing BI Publisher Reports

  • Creating a new BI Publisher report
  • Linking reports to data models
  • Configuring report properties and data source bindings.

Module 4: Building Report Layouts with Layout Editor

  • Introduction to the Layout Editor
  • Adding data fields to the report layout
  • Applying formatting and styling to report elements
  • Grouping and aggregating data in the layout.

Module 5: Working with OBI EE Data Sources

  • Connecting BI Publisher to OBI EE data sources
  • Utilizing OBI EE subject areas in data models
  • Building reports based on OBI EE data
  • Creating parameterized reports with OBI EE data.

Module 6: Advanced Report Customization

  • Implementing conditional formatting
  • Incorporating charts, graphs, and pivot tables
  • Adding images, logos, and watermarks to reports.

Module 7: Interactive Reports with Parameters

  • Creating report parameters for user interaction
  • Building dynamic reports with parameterization
  • Scheduling and automating report delivery.

Module 8: BI Publisher Output and Distribution

  • Generating reports in various formats (PDF, Excel, HTML, etc.)
  • Configuring email delivery and distribution
  • Publishing reports to different destinations.

Module 9: Managing and Organizing Reports

  • Organizing reports in folders and categories
  • Version control and report history
  • Access control and security settings.

Module 10: Best Practices and Troubleshooting

  • Tips for efficient report design
  • Common issues and troubleshooting techniques
  • Performance optimization.

Module 11: Hands-on Exercises and Practice

  • Practical exercises and projects to reinforce learning
  • Building custom reports based on real-life scenarios.