Advanced Power BI: Data Modeling, DAX, and Enhanced Analytics Training Course
Power BI serves as a sophisticated analytics platform, enabling users to model, compute, and visualize intricate datasets through the use of DAX (Data Analysis Expressions) language and efficient data relationships.
This instructor-led, live training (available online or onsite) targets intermediate-level professionals aiming to enhance their Power BI capabilities by mastering advanced data modeling, custom calculations, and robust visualization techniques for business intelligence.
Upon completion of this training, participants will be capable of:
- Designing effective data models and managing relationships.
- Utilizing DAX for calculated columns, measures, and advanced aggregations.
- Applying advanced visualization and interactivity techniques.
- Optimizing performance and implementing efficient data refresh strategies.
Format of the Course
- Interactive lecture and live demonstrations.
- Hands-on labs with real-world datasets.
- Step-by-step problem-solving using DAX and modeling tools.
Course Customization Options
- To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.
Course Outline
Recap and Data Model Design Principles
- Understanding the data modeling layer in Power BI
- Star and snowflake schema concepts
- Creating and managing relationships between tables
Introduction to DAX (Data Analysis Expressions)
- DAX syntax and data types
- Calculated columns vs. measures
- Common DAX functions: SUMX, CALCULATE, FILTER, RELATED
Advanced DAX and Business Logic
- Time intelligence functions (YTD, MTD, QTD)
- Conditional logic and dynamic calculations
- Ranking, running totals, and comparative metrics
Data Transformation and Optimization
- Working with Power Query for advanced transformations
- Combining multiple data sources efficiently
- Improving performance through query folding and relationships
Enhanced Visualizations and Interactivity
- Custom visuals and market extensions
- Drill-downs, bookmarks, and what-if parameters
- Creating paginated and dynamic reports
Performance and Governance in Power BI
- Best practices for dataset management
- Optimizing refresh schedules and query performance
- Implementing row-level security (RLS)
Hands-on Project: Building a Sales Intelligence Dashboard
- Developing KPIs with DAX measures
- Designing a model-driven dashboard for business insights
- Applying governance and sharing best practices
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- An understanding of Power BI interface and report creation
- Experience building dashboards in Power BI
- Basic familiarity with data relationships and filters
Audience
- Business intelligence professionals
- Data analysts and reporting specialists
- Developers working with data visualization and analytics
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Ineshia Bilankulu - National Transmission Company South Africa
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