Introduction:

In this course, we will delve into the world of Power BI and equip you with the skills to create compelling and insightful reports. Power BI is a powerful business intelligence tool that allows you to connect, transform, visualize, and share data in an intuitive and interactive manner.
Throughout this course, you will learn how to harness the capabilities of Power BI to transform raw data into meaningful reports and dashboards. We will start by introducing you to the fundamentals of Power BI, explaining its benefits and the various components that make up the Power BI ecosystem.

Objectives:

  • Understand the fundamentals of Power BI.
  • Gain proficiency in Power BI Desktop.
  • Develop data visualization skills.
  • Learn advanced data visualization techniques.
  • Understand Power BI Service and collaboration. Optimize report performance.
  • Ensure data security and governance.

Course Outline:

Introduction to Power BI

  • Understand the purpose and advantages of using Power BI for report preparation.
  • Explore the different components of Power BI, including Power BI Desktop, Power BI Service, and Power BI Mobile.

Getting Started with Power BI Desktop

  • Install Power BI Desktop and become familiar with its user interface.
  • Connect to various data sources such as Excel, CSV files, and databases.
  • Learn how to transform and shape data using the Power Query Editor.

Data Modeling in Power BI

  • Import and combine data from multiple sources to facilitate analysis.
  • Establish relationships between different tables to connect the data.
  • Utilize calculated columns and measures to derive meaningful insights.
  • Implement data hierarchies for efficient data organization and analysis.

Data Visualization with Power BI Desktop

  • Choose appropriate visualizations based on the nature of the data.
  • Create common visualizations such as bar charts, line charts, and pie charts.
  • Format and customize visual elements to improve their appearance.
  • Apply filters and slicers for interactive data exploration and filtering.

Advanced Data Visualization Techniques

  • Explore advanced visualizations like treemaps, gauges, and maps.
  • Expand visualization options by using custom visuals and marketplace visuals. – Enhance visualizations with drill-through and drill-down capabilities for deeper analysis.
  • Create hierarchies and effectively incorporate them into visuals.

Creating Interactive Dashboards

  • Build interactive dashboards with multiple visuals to present a comprehensive view of data.
  • Add and configure interactive elements like buttons, bookmarks, and tooltips.
  • Design user-friendly dashboard layouts to enhance usability.
  • Share and publish dashboards to Power BI Service for wider accessibility.

Power BI Service and Collaboration

  • Upload and refresh data in Power BI Service to keep reports up to date.
  • Create and manage workspaces for effective collaboration with team members.
  • Collaborate efficiently using sharing and collaboration features.
  • Utilize the Power BI mobile app for accessing reports on mobile devices.

Report Optimization and Performance

  • Optimize data models for improved report performance.
  • Utilize calculated tables and columns effectively to enhance calculations. – Apply filters and query folding techniques to boost performance.
  • Monitor and troubleshoot performance issues in Power BI reports.

Data Security and Governance

  • Implement row-level security to control access to sensitive data.
  • Ensure data security through data encryption and access controls.
  • Set up data refresh schedules and manage data source credentials.
  • Monitor usage and conduct audits to ensure proper data governance.