Course Outline
Module 1: Introduction to Microsoft Data Analytics
This module examines the various roles within the data domain, defining the key responsibilities of a Data Analyst, and provides an overview of the Power BI product portfolio.
Lessons
- Data Analytics and Microsoft
- Getting Started with Power BI
Upon completion of this module, learners will be able to:
- Explore the different roles in the data field
- Identify the core tasks performed by a data analyst
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Describe the Power BI landscape of products and services
- Utilize the Power BI service
Module 2: Importing Data into Power BI
This module focuses on identifying and retrieving data from a variety of sources. It also covers connectivity options, data storage choices, and the performance implications of connecting directly to data versus importing it.
Lessons
- Data Analytics and Microsoft
- Optimizing Performance
- Resolving Data Errors
Lab: Preparing Data in Power BI Desktop
- Prepare Data
Upon completion of this module, learners will be able to:
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Identify and retrieve data from various sources
- Understand connection methods and their impact on performance
- Utilize Microsoft Dataverse
- Connect to a data flow
Module 3: Cleaning, Transforming, and Loading Data in Power BI
This module guides you through profiling data to understand its condition. You will learn to identify anomalies, assess data size and structure, and apply appropriate cleaning and transformation steps to prepare the data for the data model.
Lessons
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Shaping the Data
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Profiling the Data
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Enhancing the Data Structure
Lab: Loading Data in Power BI Desktop
- Loading Data
Upon completion of this module, learners will be able to:
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Apply data shape transformations
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Enhance the structure of the data
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Profile and examine the data
Module 4: Designing a Data Model in Power BI
This module covers the fundamental concepts of designing and developing a data model to ensure proper performance and scalability. It also addresses common data modeling challenges, including relationships, security, and optimization.
Lessons
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Introduction to data modeling
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Working with tables
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Dimensions and Hierarchies
Lab: Data Modeling in Power BI Desktop
- Create Model Relationships
- Configure Tables and Column Properties
- Create hierarchies
Upon completion of this module, learners will be able to:
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Understand the basics of data modeling
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Define relationships and their cardinality
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Implement Dimensions and Hierarchies
Module 5: Creating Model Calculations with DAX in Power BI
This module introduces you to DAX and its powerful capabilities for enhancing data models. You will learn about aggregations, the concepts of Measures, calculated columns and tables, and Time Intelligence functions to resolve calculation and analysis challenges.
Lessons
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Introduction to DAX
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Real-time dashboards
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Advanced DAX
Lab: Introduction to DAX in Power BI Desktop
- Create calculated tables
- Create calculated columns
- Create measures
Lab: Advanced DAX in Power BI Desktop
- Use the CALCULATE() function to manipulate filter context
- Use Time Intelligence functions
Upon completion of this module, learners will be able to:
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Understand DAX
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Use DAX for simple formulas and expressions
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Create calculated tables and measures
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Build simple measures
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Work with Time Intelligence and Key Performance Indicators
Module 6: Optimizing Model Performance in Power BI
In this module, you will learn the steps, processes, and best practices necessary to optimize a data model for enterprise-level performance.
Lessons
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Optimize the data model for performance
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Optimize DirectQuery Models
Upon completion of this module, learners will be able to:
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Understand the importance of variables
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Enhance the data model
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Optimize the storage model
Module 7: Creating Reports in Power BI
This module introduces the fundamental principles of report design, including selecting appropriate visuals, designing page layouts, and applying essential functionalities. It also covers the critical aspect of designing for accessibility.
Lessons
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Design a report
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Enhance the report
Lab: Enhancing reports with interaction and formatting in Power BI Desktop
- Create and configure Sync Slicers
- Create a drillthrough page
- Apply conditional formatting
- Create and use Bookmarks
Lab: Designing a report in Power BI Desktop
- Design a report
- Configure visual fields and format properties
Upon completion of this module, learners will be able to:
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Design a report page layout
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Select and add effective visualizations
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Add basic report functionality
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Add report navigation and interactions
Module 8: Creating Dashboards in Power BI
In this module, you will learn how to communicate compelling stories using dashboards and utilize various navigation tools. You will also explore features to enhance dashboard usability and extract deeper insights.
Lessons
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Create a Dashboard
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Real-time Dashboards
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Enhance a Dashboard
Lab: Creating a Dashboard in Power BI Service
- Create a Dashboard
- Pin visuals to a Dashboard
- Use Q&A to create a dashboard tile
Upon completion of this module, learners will be able to:
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Create a Dashboard
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Understand real-time Dashboards
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Enhance Dashboard usability
Module 9: Identifying Patterns and Trends in Power BI
This module enables you to apply advanced features to uncover analytical insights, equipping you to use reports for substantive data analysis. You will also perform advanced analytics using AI visuals to gain deeper and more meaningful insights.
Lessons
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Advanced Analytics
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Data Insights through AI visuals
Lab: Data Analysis in Power BI Desktop
- Create animated scatter charts
- Use the visual to forecast values
Upon completion of this module, learners will be able to:
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Use the Analyze feature
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Identify outliers in data
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Use the AI visuals
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Use the Advanced Analytics custom visual
Module 10: Creating and Managing Workspaces in Power BI
This module introduces Workspaces, covering their creation and management. It also details how to share content, such as reports and dashboards, and how to distribute Apps.
Lessons
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Creating Workspaces
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Sharing and Managing Assets
Upon completion of this module, learners will be able to:
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Create and manage a workspace
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Understand workspace collaboration
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Monitor workspace usage and performance
- Distribute an App
Module 11: Managing Files and Datasets in Power BI
This module introduces parameters and datasets. You will learn to manage these elements, build dynamic reports using parameters, and configure dataset refresh options.
Lessons
- Parameters
- Datasets
Upon completion of this module, learners will be able to:
- Manage datasets and parameters
- Build dynamic reports with parameters
- Schedule dataset refresh
- Troubleshoot gateway service connectivity
Module 12: Row-level Security in Power BI
This module covers row-level security, explaining both static and dynamic methods and demonstrating how to implement them effectively.
Lessons
- Security in Power BI
Lab: Enforce Row-Level Security
- Configure many-to-many relationships
- Enforce row-level security
Upon completion of this module, learners will be able to:
- Implement row-level security using both the Static and Dynamic methods
Testimonials (2)
The basic structure of Power BI, its main functions, as well as some advanced functions
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Course - PL-300: Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst
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