Power BI DAX Fundamentals Training Course
Microsoft Power BI serves as a robust business intelligence platform designed for transforming, analysing, visualising, and presenting data. Data Analysis Expressions (DAX) is a formula language that empowers users to create custom calculations and expressions within Power BI, enabling them to analyse data and derive meaningful insights.
This instructor-led, live training (available online or onsite) is designed for beginner to intermediate-level business analysts, data analysts, and developers who wish to master the fundamentals of DAX in Power BI.
Upon completing this training, participants will be able to:
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of Data Analysis Expressions (DAX) in Power BI.
- Create custom calculations and expressions in Power BI to analyse data and extract insights.
- Learn best practices to optimise DAX performance.
Course Format
- Interactive lectures and discussions.
- Extensive exercises and practice sessions.
- Hands-on implementation in a live lab environment.
Course Customisation Options
- To request tailored training for this course, please contact us to arrange.
Course Outline
Introduction
- Overview of Power BI and its capabilities
- Overview of DAX
DAX Basics
- Understanding the role of DAX in Power BI
- Exploring the DAX formula syntax
- Creating basic DAX expressions
- Understanding data types in DAX
DAX Aggregation and Calculation Functions
- Using aggregation functions
- Using logical functions
- Using mathematical functions
- Using text functions
- Using date and time functions
Optimising DAX Performance
- Identifying and resolving performance issues in DAX
- Understanding query context and evaluation order
- Optimising DAX calculations and expressions
- Best practices for DAX development
- Tips and tricks for efficient DAX modelling
Summary and next steps
Requirements
- Basic knowledge of Power BI
- Familiarity with the DAX language
Audience
- Business analysts
- Data analysts
- Developers
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