Fundamentals of data visualization using Power BI

Key Learning Outcomes:

This hands-on workshop will guide you through the essentials of Power BI, from connecting to data sources to creating and sharing stunning visual reports. Here’s what you can expect:

• Confidently navigate the Power BI interface.
• Connect to various data sources and perform basic transformations.
• Create impactful visualizations that clearly communicate insights.
• Customize your visuals and reports for professional presentations.
• Share your reports using the Power BI service.

Course outline

1. Getting started with Power BI
   1. Installing Power BI
   2. The Power BI interface
2. Connecting to data
   1. Connecting to Excel worksheets
   2. Basic data transformation
3. Basic calculations using DAX
   1. Calculating new columns
   2. Calculating measures
4. Developing visuals
   1. Cards
   2. Bar and column charts
   3. Pie chart
   4. Line charts
   5. Table and matrix
   6. Slicer
5. Customizing visuals and canvas
   1. Formatting visual elements
   2. Copying formats across visuals
   3. Customizing the report canvas
   4. Applying filters to visuals
6. Sharing your visuals
   1. Getting started with the Power BI service
   2. Publishing reports Power BI service
   3. Sharing reports

Who should attend

• Complete beginners who have no prior experience with Power BI or data visualization tools.
• Business professionals who want to enhance their decision-making by creating insightful reports.
• Analysts looking to add Power BI to their toolkit for more effective data analysis.
• Anyone interested in learning how to visualize data in a clear, compelling way.