Descargar Libros y Ebooks (PDF / EPUB)

Dominar Power BI

Autor: Luis Muñiz

Número de Páginas: 207

Microsoft Power BI es la plataforma líder de Business Intelligence (BI) y análisis que soporta tanto la visualización y exploración de datos del servicio como las implementaciones de BI de cualquier empresa. Dirigido a directivos y mandos sin conocimientos técnicos previos, este libro ofrece al lector un conocimiento práctico de las herramientas y características de Power BI, familiarizándolo con los conceptos fundamentales, para entender cómo los conjuntos de datos, los informes y los cuadros de mando de Power BI pueden diseñarse para ofrecer información y ejemplos interactivos y clarificadores. Este libro explica cómo aprovechar sus potentes funciones a partir de 15 casos prácticos especialmente diseñados para poder implementar Power BI en cualquier organización. Gracias a Dominar Power BI con casos prácticos y ejercicios de gestión empresarial, el lector podrá adquirir una base de conocimiento para el uso de esta herramienta en la empresa y, con ello, visualizar datos y elaborar informes de gestión, principal objetivo del usuario de Power BI. En definitiva, esta obra será de gran ayuda para la creación de sistemas de indicadores en la empresa a partir de...

MICROSOFT POWER BI

Autor: Narayan Changder

Número de Páginas: 84

If you need a free PDF practice set of this book for your studies, feel free to reach out to me at [email protected], and I'll send you a copy! THE MICROSOFT POWER BI MCQ (MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS) SERVES AS A VALUABLE RESOURCE FOR INDIVIDUALS AIMING TO DEEPEN THEIR UNDERSTANDING OF VARIOUS COMPETITIVE EXAMS, CLASS TESTS, QUIZ COMPETITIONS, AND SIMILAR ASSESSMENTS. WITH ITS EXTENSIVE COLLECTION OF MCQS, THIS BOOK EMPOWERS YOU TO ASSESS YOUR GRASP OF THE SUBJECT MATTER AND YOUR PROFICIENCY LEVEL. BY ENGAGING WITH THESE MULTIPLE-CHOICE QUESTIONS, YOU CAN IMPROVE YOUR KNOWLEDGE OF THE SUBJECT, IDENTIFY AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT, AND LAY A SOLID FOUNDATION. DIVE INTO THE MICROSOFT POWER BI MCQ TO EXPAND YOUR MICROSOFT POWER BI KNOWLEDGE AND EXCEL IN QUIZ COMPETITIONS, ACADEMIC STUDIES, OR PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS. THE ANSWERS TO THE QUESTIONS ARE PROVIDED AT THE END OF EACH PAGE, MAKING IT EASY FOR PARTICIPANTS TO VERIFY THEIR ANSWERS AND PREPARE EFFECTIVELY.

Learn Power BI

Autor: Greg Deckler

Número de Páginas: 350

Solve business challenges with Microsoft Power BI's advanced visualization and data analysis techniques Key FeaturesCreate effective storytelling reports by implementing simple-to-intermediate Power BI featuresDevelop powerful analytical models to extract key insights for changing business needsBuild, publish, and share impressive dashboards for your organizationBook Description To succeed in today's transforming business world, organizations need business intelligence capabilities to make smarter decisions faster than ever before. This Power BI book is an entry-level guide that will get you up and running with data modeling, visualization, and analytical techniques from scratch. You'll find this book handy if you want to get well-versed with the extensive Power BI ecosystem. You'll start by covering the basics of business intelligence and installing Power BI. You'll then learn the wide range of Power BI features to unlock business insights. As you progress, the book will take you through how to use Power Query to ingest, cleanse, and shape your data, and use Power BI DAX to create simple to complex calculations. You'll also be able to add a variety of interactive visualizations...

J'apprends à me servir de Power Bi

Autor: Joel Green

Número de Páginas: 345

Qu'est-ce que Power Pivot, Power Bi desktop, Power Bi SaaS, Power Query , Power Apps, Power Automate ? Habitués d'Excel ou même d'Access, vous êtes intéressés par cette nouvelle génération d'applications de Microsoft mais vous ne savez pas comment les aborder. Ce livre est destiné à vous accompagner dans l'apprentissage de Power Bi dans ses versions "desktop", "SaaS" et "mobiles". Il part d'un territoire connu, Excel et son mode "tableau" et vous amène à la création de rapports et tableaux de bord dynamiques et partagés sous Power Bi. À l'issue de sa lecture et de la réalisation des exercices à faire, vous serez complétement autonome dans son utilisation, de la liaison aux données quelle que soit leur source, à la publication en ligne, sur mobile ou internet et à même de gérer ses évolutions. Les fichiers d’exercices sont téléchargeables sur le site de l'éditeur. (Cet ouvrage est la version grand public d'un manuel de formation utilisé par des grandes écoles, des universités, des centres de formation. Pour en obtenir la licence reproduction illimitée, se rendre sur https://www.ios.fr)

Power BI Data Analysis and Visualization

Autor: Suren Machiraju , Suraj Gaurav

Número de Páginas: 259

Power BI Data Analysis and Visualization provides a roadmap to vendor choices and highlights why Microsoft's Power BI is a very viable, cost effective option for data visualization. The book covers the fundamentals and most commonly used features of Power BI, but also includes an in-depth discussion of advanced Power BI features such as natural language queries; embedding Power BI dashboards; and live streaming data. It discusses real solutions to extract data from the ERP application, Microsoft Dynamics CRM, and also offers ways to host the Power BI Dashboard as an Azure application, extracting data from popular data sources like Microsoft SQL Server and open-source PostgreSQL. Authored by Microsoft experts, this book uses real-world coding samples and screenshots to spotlight how to create reports, embed them in a webpage, view them across multiple platforms, and more. Business owners, IT professionals, data scientists, and analysts will benefit from this thorough presentation of Power BI and its functions.

Architecting Power BI Solutions in Microsoft Fabric

Autor: Nagaraj Venkatesan

Número de Páginas: 429

Master Power BI and Microsoft Fabric to design scalable, secure, and efficient business intelligence solutions Key Features Make well-informed decisions while selecting the right Power BI component for a scenario Learn how to design secure and performant solutions using Power BI Familiarize yourself with the latest Power BI capabilities like AI features, Microsoft Fabric enhancements, and Git integration Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Book DescriptionBusiness Intelligence (BI) tools like Power BI are used by a wide range of professionals, creating diverse and complex scenarios, and finding the right solution can be daunting, especially when multiple approaches exist for a single use case. The author distills his 17 years of experience on various data platform technologies in this book to walk you through various Power BI usage scenarios. The book is structured around Power BI usage scenarios, such as developing solutions for corporate BI reporting, self-service BI reporting, and Power BI for data scientists and independent software vendors (ISVs). Each part highlights common data issues encountered in the usage scenario, the correct approach to...

Pro Power BI Architecture

Autor: Reza Rad

Número de Páginas: 544

Architect and deploy a Power BI solution. This book will help you understand the many available options and choose the best combination for hosting, developing, sharing, and deploying a Power BI solution within your organization. Pro Power BI Architecture provides detailed examples and explains the different methods available for sharing and securing Power BI content so that only intended recipients can see it. Commonly encountered problems you will learn to handle include content unexpectedly changing while users are in the process of creating reports and building analysis, methods of sharing analyses that don’t cover all the requirements of your business or organization, and inconsistent security models. The knowledge provided in this book will allow you to choose an architecture and deployment model that suits the needs of your organization, ensuring that you do not spend your time maintaining your solution but on using it for its intended purpose and gaining business value from mining and analyzing your organization’s data. What You'll LearnArchitect and administer enterprise-level Power BI solutions Choose the right sharing method for your Power BI solution Create and...

Supercharge Power BI

Autor: Matt Allington

Número de Páginas: 334

Data analysis expressions (DAX) is the formula language of Power BI. Learning the DAX language is key to empower Power BI users so they can take advantage of these new Business Intelligence (BI) capabilities. This volume clearly explains the concepts of DAX while at the same time offering hands-on practice to engage the reader and help new knowledge stick. This third edition has been updated for the new Power BI Ribbon interface while still providing a bridge for readers wanting to learn DAX in the Power BI, Power Pivot, or Excel.

Power BI for Jobseekers

Autor: Alan Murray

Número de Páginas: 537

A practical guide that will help you leverage Power BI to extract valuable and meaningful insights from your data KEY FEATURES ● Learn how to transform, shape, and model your data in Power BI. ● Create rich, interactive and stunning reports using Power BI. ● Understand what recruiters are looking for and how to get started with a career in business analytics. DESCRIPTION Power BI is a powerful Business Intelligence tool developed by Microsoft that helps you connect, analyze, and visualize data from a wide range of sources. If you are looking to gain a solid understanding of Power BI, then this book is for you. This book starts by covering the fundamentals of using the tool. It then teaches you how to import data from various sources, use DAX calculations, and take advantage of many visualization and filtering features in Power BI to create visually appealing and informative reports. Finally, the book covers different ways to share your Power BI reports and dashboards with others. By learning Power BI, you can stay ahead of the competition and gain a competitive edge in the field of data analysis and visualization. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ● Learn how to use Power BI to connect...

Expert Data Modeling with Power BI

Autor: Soheil Bakhshi

Número de Páginas: 693

Take your Power BI reports to the next level by learning various data modeling techniques and leveraging the latest features of Power BI effectively Get With Your Book: PDF Copy, AI Assistant, and Next-Gen Reader Free Key Features Get an understanding of data modeling techniques using Power BI with this up-to-date guide Learn how to define the relationships between data sets to extract valuable insights Explore best practices for data preparation and modeling and build optimal data models to solve a wide variety of real-world business challenges Book DescriptionThis book is a comprehensive guide to understanding the ins and outs of data modeling and how to create full-fledged data models using Power BI confidently. In this new, fully updated edition, you'll learn how to connect data from multiple sources, understand data, define and manage relationships between data, and shape data models to gain deep and detailed insights about your organization. As you advance through the chapters, the book will demonstrate how to prepare efficient data models in the Power Query Editor and use simpler DAX code with new data modeling features. You'll explore how to use the various data modeling...

Microsoft Power BI Complete Reference

Autor: Devin Knight , Brian Knight , Mitchell Pearson , Manuel Quintana , Brett Powell

Número de Páginas: 780

Design, develop, and master efficient Power BI solutions for impactful business insights Key FeaturesGet to grips with the fundamentals of Microsoft Power BI Combine data from multiple sources, create visuals, and publish reports across platformsUnderstand Power BI concepts with real-world use casesBook Description Microsoft Power BI Complete Reference Guide gets you started with business intelligence by showing you how to install the Power BI toolset, design effective data models, and build basic dashboards and visualizations that make your data come to life. In this Learning Path, you will learn to create powerful interactive reports by visualizing your data and learn visualization styles, tips and tricks to bring your data to life. You will be able to administer your organization's Power BI environment to create and share dashboards. You will also be able to streamline deployment by implementing security and regular data refreshes. Next, you will delve deeper into the nuances of Power BI and handling projects. You will get acquainted with planning a Power BI project, development, and distribution of content, and deployment. You will learn to connect and extract data from...

Power Pivot and Power BI

Autor: Mrexcel's Holy Macro! Books , Rob Collie , Avichal Singh

Número de Páginas: 321

Unlock the power of data analysis with Power Pivot and Power BI. Master the techniques and tools to transform your data into insightful reports, dashboards, and models. Key Features Step-by-step guide to mastering Power Pivot and Power BI Practical examples and real-world applications Foundational to advanced techniques for effective data analysis Book DescriptionMaster Power Pivot and Power BI with this comprehensive guide designed to elevate your data analysis and business intelligence skills. Starting with the essentials of Power Pivot, you'll learn how to load and transform data, create calculated columns, and apply foundational DAX functions. As you advance, the book dives into more complex topics like working with multiple tables, understanding relationships, and mastering advanced DAX functions such as CALCULATE() and FILTER(). You'll also explore the powerful capabilities of Power BI Desktop and learn how to turn your data into compelling visualizations that drive impactful business decisions. With a focus on practical application, the guide includes real-world examples and exercises to reinforce each concept. By the end of this guide, you'll have the skills to build...

Mastering Power BI

Autor: Chandraish Sinha

Número de Páginas: 344

Take a deep dive into the dynamic world of Power BI! KEY FEATURES ● In-depth knowledge of Power BI, demonstrated through step-by-step exercises. ● Covers data modeling, visualization, and implementing security with complete hands-on training. ● Includes a project that simulates a realistic business environment from start to finish. ● This version teaches about Artificial Intelligence visuals in Power BI. DESCRIPTION Mastering Power BI covers the entire Power BI implementation process. The readers will be able to understand all the concepts covered in this book, from data modeling to creating powerful visualizations. This book begins with concepts and terminology such as the star-schema, dimensions, and facts. It explains multi-table dataset and demonstrates how to load these tables into Power BI. It shows how to load stored data in various formats and create relationships. Readers will also learn more about Data Analysis Expressions (DAX). This book is a must for developers to learn how to extend the usability of Power BI, to explore meaningful and hidden data insights. Throughout the book, you keep on learning about the concepts, techniques, and expert practices on...

The Complete Power BI Interview Guide

Autor: Sandielly Ortega Polanco , Gogula Aryalingam , Abu Bakar Nisar Alvi

Número de Páginas: 482

Build your career in data analytics with this ultimate guide to excelling as a Power BI professional Key Features Seize your dream job with expert guidance for interview preparation and valuable tips Navigate the hiring process confidently with a proven step-by-step approach Stand out from the competition by honing your technical skills and interview strategies Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Book DescriptionThe Complete Power Interview Guide helps you excel in a Power BI interview, secure desired roles, and be ready with the knowledge and skills to ace your role from the first day. Whether you're beginning your career journey or transitioning into a data analytics role, this guide offers hands-on skills and interview questions you need to succeed as a BI or data analyst. This book also offers supplemental content for PowerBI certification exams like PL-300. The book will equip you with the knowledge and strategies to effectively navigate the competitive job market. From creating an outstanding online professional profile to optimizing your resume and building a compelling work portfolio, you'll learn how to establish a strong personal brand. The...

Microsoft Power BI For Dummies

Autor: Jack A. Hyman

Número de Páginas: 423

Reveal the insights behind your company’s data with Microsoft Power BI Microsoft Power BI allows intuitive access to data that can power intelligent business decisions and insightful strategies. The question is, do you have the Power BI skills to make your organization’s numbers spill their secrets? In Microsoft Power BI For Dummies, expert lecturer, consultant, and author Jack Hyman delivers a start-to-finish guide to applying the Power BI platform to your own firm’s data. You’ll discover how to start exploring your data sources, build data models, visualize your results, and create compelling reports that motivate decisive action. Tackle the basics of Microsoft Power BI and, when you’re done with that, move on to advanced functions like accessing data with DAX and app integrations Guide your organization’s direction and decisions with rock-solid conclusions based on real-world data Impress your bosses and confidently lead your direct reports with exciting insights drawn from Power BI’s useful visualization tools It’s one thing for your company to have data at its disposal. It’s another thing entirely to know what to do with it. Microsoft Power BI For Dummies is ...

Microsoft Power BI Quick Start Guide

Autor: Devin Knight , Erin Ostrowsky , Mitchell Pearson , Bradley Schacht

Número de Páginas: 339

Bring your data to life with this accessible yet fast-paced introduction to Power BI, now in color. Get With Your Book: PDF Copy, AI Assistant, and Next-Gen Reader Free Key Features Learn faster with practical examples of the latest features of Power BI, including navigator buttons, column-level security, visualizing goals, and more Migrate your existing Excel and data analysis skills to Power BI Build accurate analytical models, reports, and dashboards, now in color Book DescriptionUpdated with the latest features and improvements in Power BI, this fast-paced yet comprehensive guide will help you master the core concepts of data visualization quickly. You’ll learn how to install Power BI, design effective data models, and build basic dashboards and visualizations to help you make better business decisions. This new edition will also help you bridge the gap between MS Excel and Power BI. Throughout this book, you’ll learn how to obtain data from a variety of sources and clean it using the Power Query Editor. You’ll also start designing data models to navigate and explore relationships within your data and building DAX formulas to make data easier to work with. Visualizing...

Financial Modelling in Power BI

Autor: Mrexcel's Holy Macro! Books , Jonathan Liau , Liam Bastick

Número de Páginas: 355

Explore Power BI for financial modeling. This book enables you to learn data preparation, DAX optimization, and creating advanced visualizations and reports. You will also be equipped to automate workflows and create dynamic models. Key Features A clear explanation of financial modeling concepts and methodologies Coverage of financial modeling concepts and Power BI tools A clear breakdown of DAX functions for precise financial analysis Book DescriptionThis book introduces readers to the fundamentals of financial modeling using Power BI, starting with an overview of the tool and best practices for creating robust, transparent, and flexible models. Early chapters lay the groundwork by explaining financial statement theory and control accounts, essential concepts for any financial analyst. Readers are guided step-by-step through creating parameters and calculating sales, ensuring a solid foundation in Power BI's core functionalities. As the book progresses, readers delve into more advanced topics such as inventory calculations, operating and capital expenditures, and tax computations. Practical examples and hands-on exercises make complex concepts like DAX functions, FIFO inventory...

Pro Power BI Desktop

Autor: Adam Aspin

Número de Páginas: 533

This book shows how to deliver eye-catching Business Intelligence with Microsoft Power BI Desktop. You can now take data from virtually any source and use it to produce stunning dashboards and compelling reports that will seize your audience’s attention. Slice and dice the data with remarkable ease then add metrics and KPIs to project the insights that create your competitive advantage. Make raw data into clear, accurate, and interactive information with Microsoft’s free self-service business intelligence tool. Pro Power BI Desktop will help you to push your BI delivery to the next level. You’ll learn to create great-looking visualizations and let your audience have fun by interacting with the elegant and visually arresting output that you can now deliver. You can choose from a wide range of built-in and third-party visualization types so that your message is always enhanced. You’ll be able to deliver those results on the PC, on tablets, on smartphones, as well as share results via the cloud. Finally, this book helps you save time by preparing the underlying data correctly without needing an IT department to prepare it for you. Power BI Desktop will let your analyses speak ...

Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Certification Guide

Autor: Orrin Edenfield , Edward Corcoran

Número de Páginas: 399

Gain the knowledge and skills needed to become a certified Microsoft Power BI data analyst and get the most out of Power BI Key Features • Get the skills you need to pass the PL-300 certification exam with confidence • Create and maintain robust reports and dashboards to enable a data-driven enterprise • Test your new BI skills with the help of practice questions Book Description Microsoft Power BI enables organizations to create a data-driven culture with business intelligence for all. This guide to achieving the Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Associate certification will help you take control of your organization's data and pass the exam with confidence. From getting started with Power BI to connecting to data sources, including files, databases, cloud services, and SaaS providers, to using Power BI's built-in tools to build data models and produce visualizations, this book will walk you through everything from setup to preparing for the certification exam. Throughout the chapters, you'll get detailed explanations and learn how to analyze your data, prepare it for consumption by business users, and maintain an enterprise environment in a secure and efficient way. By the...

The Future of Finance with ChatGPT and Power BI

Autor: James Bryant , Aloke Mukherjee

Número de Páginas: 406

Enhance decision-making, transform your market approach, and find investment opportunities by exploring AI, finance, and data visualization with ChatGPT's analytics and Power BI's visuals Key Features Automate Power BI with ChatGPT for quick and competitive financial insights, giving you a strategic edge Make better data-driven decisions with practical examples of financial analysis and reporting Learn the step-by-step integration of ChatGPT, financial analysis, and Power BI for real-world success Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Book DescriptionIn today's rapidly evolving economic landscape, the combination of finance, analytics, and artificial intelligence (AI) heralds a new era of decision-making. Finance and data analytics along with AI can no longer be seen as separate disciplines and professionals have to be comfortable in both in order to be successful. This book combines finance concepts, visualizations through Power BI and the application of AI and ChatGPT to provide a more holistic perspective. After a brief introduction to finance and Power BI, you will begin with Tesla's data-driven financial tactics before moving to John Deere's AgTech...

The Absolute Guide to Dashboarding and Reporting with Power BI

Autor: Mrexcel's Holy Macro! Books , Kasper De Jonge

Número de Páginas: 162

Learn how to create professional-grade dashboards and reports in Power BI. From data preparation to report sharing, this guide simplifies the process and helps you achieve clarity and actionable insights. Key Features Step-by-step methods for creating impactful dashboards and reports Clear techniques for preparing and structuring data for reporting Practical guidance for sharing dashboards effectively within organizations Book DescriptionThis book empowers readers to build professional dashboards and reports using Power BI. Starting with the basics of dashboards and reports, it delves into preparing data for visualizations, crafting detailed reports, and designing cohesive dashboards. The book provides clear methods for sharing work efficiently within organizations, ensuring that readers understand how to convert raw data into actionable insights. Practical examples and techniques throughout the book equip professionals with the skills they need to enhance their business intelligence capabilities. Readers will discover how to structure data for clarity, develop key reporting techniques, and integrate advanced features to maximize Power BI's potential. Whether you're a beginner or...

Power BI Machine Learning and OpenAI

Autor: Greg Beaumont

Número de Páginas: 308

Unleash the full potential of Power BI with the integration of AI and machine learning techniques using OpenAI Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Key Features Take flight with Power BI machine learning and OpenAI using hands-on examples from the FAA airline data Unlock the full potential of Power BI for advanced analytics using OpenAI Design stunning data presentations, seamless integration of machine learning tools and technologies with OpenAI Book Description Microsoft Power BI is the ultimate solution for businesses looking to make data-driven decisions and unlock the full potential of their data. Unleashing Your Data with Power BI Machine Learning and OpenAI is designed for data scientists and BI professionals seeking to improve their existing solutions and workloads using AI. The book explains the intricacies of the subject by using a workshop-style data story for data ingestion, data modeling, analytics, and predictive analytics with Power BI machine learning. Along the way, you'll learn about AI features, AI visuals, R/Python integration, and OpenAI integration. The workshop-style content allows you to practice all your learnings in real-life...

Exam Ref 70-778 Analyzing and Visualizing Data with Microsoft Power BI

Autor: Daniil Maslyuk

Número de Páginas: 431

Prepare for Microsoft Exam 70-778–and help demonstrate your real-world mastery of Power BI data analysis and visualization. Designed for experienced BI professionals and data analysts ready to advance their status, Exam Ref focuses on the critical thinking and decision-making acumen needed for success at the MCSA level. Focus on the expertise measured by these objectives: Consume and transform data by using Power BI Desktop Model and visualize data Configure dashboards, reports, and apps in the Power BI Service This Microsoft Exam Ref: Organizes its coverage by exam objectives Features strategic, what-if scenarios to challenge you Assumes you have experience consuming and transforming data, modeling and visualizing data, and configuring dashboards using Excel and Power BI

Power Query for Power BI and Excel

Autor: Christopher Webb , Crossjoin Consulting Limited

Número de Páginas: 261

Power Query for Power BI and Excel is a book for people who are tired of copying and pasting data into Excel worksheets. Power Query, part of the Microsoft Power BI suite, is a tool that automates the process of getting data into Excel and will save you hours of dull, repetitive, and error-prone work! Power Query makes it easy to extract data from many different data sources, filter that data, aggregate it, clean it and perform calculations on it, finally loading that data into either your worksheet or directly into the new Excel 2013 Data Model used by Power Pivot. This concise, practical book provides a complete guide to Power Query and how to use it to solve all of your Excel data-loading problems. Power Query for Power BI and Excel goes well beyond the surface of what Power Query can do. The book goes deep into the underlying M language, showing you how to do amazing things that aren’t going to be possible from just the GUI interface that iscovered in most other books. You’ll have full command of the GUI, and you’ll be able to drop into the M language to go beyond what the GUI provides. The depth in this book makes it a must-have item for anyone who is pushing Power BI...

Collect, Combine, and Transform Data Using Power Query in Power BI and Excel

Autor: Daniil Maslyuk , Gil Raviv

Número de Páginas: 744

Transform your data analysis experience with Power Query, the ultimate tool for importing, reshaping, and cleansing data through a user-friendly interface. Whether you’re using Power BI, Excel, or other Microsoft products, Power Query’s capabilities are at your fingertips. Renowned Power Query experts Daniil Maslyuk and Gil Raviv guide you through mastering this indispensable tool, helping you eliminate tedious manual data preparation, tackle common issues, and avoid potential pitfalls. In this updated edition, you’ll delve into comprehensive analytics challenges, seamlessly integrating your skills into a realistic, final project. By the end, you’ll possess the expertise to handle any data and convert it into actionable insights. You will learn how to: Effortlessly prepare data by utilizing Power Query in Power BI and Excel to transform your data quickly and efficiently Overcome common data preparation problems with intuitive mouse clicks and straightforward formula edits Combine data from various sources, multiple queries, and mismatched tables with ease Reshape tables to suit your analysis needs Use the Power Query M formula language to create flexible data mashups and...

Power BI for the Excel Analyst

Autor: Mrexcel's Holy Macro! Books , Wyn Hopkins

Número de Páginas: 211

Master Power BI's capabilities to elevate your Excel skills with this comprehensive guide tailored for Excel analysts transitioning to Power BI. Learn data modeling, DAX, and advanced reporting techniques. Key Features Practical guide for transitioning from Excel to Power BI Step-by-step tutorials for Power BI Desktop Advanced data modeling and report creation using DAX Book DescriptionTransform your Excel expertise into advanced Power BI skills with this targeted guide designed for analysts. You'll begin by setting up Power BI and learning how to integrate it with your existing Excel knowledge. The book will guide you through essential concepts like data cleaning, transformation, and visualization using Power Query. As you progress, you’ll dive into advanced data modeling and learn how to write powerful DAX measures to enhance your analysis. This guide also covers the crucial steps of publishing and sharing your reports through PowerBI.com. You'll explore cloud-based data management, create Workspaces for collaboration, and learn about different licensing options. Additionally, advanced features like Row-Level Security and Dataflows are discussed to help you handle complex data ...

Microsoft Power BI Performance Best Practices

Autor: Bhavik Merchant

Número de Páginas: 312

Supercharge performance analytics and create repeatable patterns to ensure you get the best performance and scalability from your analytics solutions with Power BI Key Features Learn how to build performant data models and apply Row-Level Security Identify and fix performance issues in reports, DAX, and datasets using DAX Studio/VertiPaq Analyzer Use a formal process to manage performance, from setting targets to monitoring and remediating issues Book DescriptionThis book comprehensively covers every layer of Power BI, from the report canvas to data modeling, transformations, storage, and architecture. Developers and architects working with any area of Power BI will be able to put their knowledge to work with this practical guide to design and implement at every stage of the analytics solution development process. This book is not only a unique collection of best practices and tips, but also provides you with a hands-on approach to identifying and fixing common performance issues. Complete with explanations of essential concepts and practical examples, you’ll learn about common design choices that affect performance and consume more resources and how to avoid these problems....

Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst Associate (PL-300)

Autor: Cybellium

Número de Páginas: 233

Welcome to the forefront of knowledge with Cybellium, your trusted partner in mastering the cutting-edge fields of IT, Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, Business, Economics and Science. Designed for professionals, students, and enthusiasts alike, our comprehensive books empower you to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital world. * Expert Insights: Our books provide deep, actionable insights that bridge the gap between theory and practical application. * Up-to-Date Content: Stay current with the latest advancements, trends, and best practices in IT, Al, Cybersecurity, Business, Economics and Science. Each guide is regularly updated to reflect the newest developments and challenges. * Comprehensive Coverage: Whether you're a beginner or an advanced learner, Cybellium books cover a wide range of topics, from foundational principles to specialized knowledge, tailored to your level of expertise. Become part of a global network of learners and professionals who trust Cybellium to guide their educational journey. www.cybellium.com

Extending Power BI with Python and R

Autor: Luca Zavarella

Número de Páginas: 815

Ingest, transform, manipulate, and visualize your data beyond Power BI's capabilities. Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free eBook in PDF format. Key Features Discover best practices for using Python and R in Power BI by implementing non-trivial code Enrich your Power BI dashboards using external APIs and machine learning models Create any visualization, as complex as you want, using Python and R scripts Book DescriptionThe latest edition of this book delves deep into advanced analytics, focusing on enhancing Python and R proficiency within Power BI. New chapters cover optimizing Python and R settings, utilizing Intel's Math Kernel Library (MKL) for performance boosts, and addressing integration challenges. Techniques for managing large datasets beyond available RAM, employing the Parquet data format, and advanced fuzzy matching algorithms are explored. Additionally, it discusses leveraging SQL Server Language Extensions to overcome traditional Python and R limitations in Power BI. It also helps in crafting sophisticated visualizations using the Grammar of Graphics in both R and Python. This Power BI book will help you master data validation with regular...

Master Your Data with Power Query in Excel and Power BI

Autor: Mrexcel's Holy Macro! Books , Miguel Escobar , Ken Puls

Número de Páginas: 386

Master data transformation techniques using Power Query in Excel and Power BI. Learn to manage, optimize, and automate your data workflows with practical examples. Key Features Comprehensive coverage of Power Query from basics to advanced techniques Seamless integration and movement of queries between Excel and Power BI Hands-on practice with real-world data scenarios to build your confidence Book DescriptionThis book equips you with the essential skills to master Power Query in Excel and Power BI. Starting with the basics, you'll learn query management, data types, and error handling, establishing a solid foundation. You'll explore techniques to move queries between Excel and Power BI, ensuring seamless workflow integration. As the guide progresses, you'll delve into data import methods from flat files, Excel, web-based, and relational sources, while performing key transformations like appending, combining, and reshaping data. Advanced topics such as conditional logic, Power Query values, and M Language fundamentals will enhance your ability to customize and optimize queries. The book also covers the creation of parameters and custom functions, alongside applying sophisticated...

AI in Education: Making Data Work for You with Power BI

Autor: Dizzy Davidson

Número de Páginas: 108

AI in Education: Making Data Work for You with Power BI Unleash the power of data and revolutionize your teaching with "AI in Education: Making Data Work for You with Power BI"—the ultimate guide for educators eager to embrace data-driven strategies and make a meaningful impact in the classroom. This book is your comprehensive roadmap to mastering Power BI, with tools, tips, and insights to unlock new possibilities in education. Packed with real-life stories, vivid illustrations, and practical examples, this book doesn't just show you how to use Power BI—it demonstrates how to use it to win. Dive into the secrets the experts swear by, and discover the tricks that will elevate your expertise and transform your classroom. What’s Inside? Here’s what makes this book an absolute game-changer for educators: · 🛠️ Step-by-Step Guidance: Learn how to set up, design, and customize dashboards, even if you’re new to analytics. · 📊 Better Student Insights: Identify struggling students, tailor interventions, and boost performance with data visualization. · 🤝 Collaboration Made Simple: Share insights with colleagues and administrators effortlessly to foster teamwork and...

High Impact Data Visualization with Power View, Power Map, and Power BI

Autor: Adam Aspin

Número de Páginas: 536

High Impact Data Visualization with Power View, Power Map, and Power BI helps you take business intelligence delivery to a new level that is interactive, engaging, even fun, all while driving commercial success through sound decision-making. Learn to harness the power of Microsoft’s flagship, self-service business intelligence suite to deliver compelling and interactive insight with remarkable ease. Learn the essential techniques needed to enhance the look and feel of reports and dashboards so that you can seize your audience’s attention and provide them with clear and accurate information. Also learn to integrate data from a variety of sources and create coherent data models displaying clear metrics and attributes. Power View is Microsoft's ground-breaking tool for ad-hoc data visualization and analysis. It's designed to produce elegant and visually arresting output. It's also built to enhance user experience through polished interactivity. Power Map is a similarly powerful mechanism for analyzing data across geographic and political units. Power Query lets you load, shape and streamline data from multiple sources. PowerPivot can extend and develop data into a dynamic model....

Beginning Big Data with Power BI and Excel 2013

Autor: Neil Dunlop

Número de Páginas: 258

In Beginning Big Data with Power BI and Excel 2013, you will learn to solve business problems by tapping the power of Microsoft’s Excel and Power BI to import data from NoSQL and SQL databases and other sources, create relational data models, and analyze business problems through sophisticated dashboards and data-driven maps. While Beginning Big Data with Power BI and Excel 2013 covers prominent tools such as Hadoop and the NoSQL databases, it recognizes that most small and medium-sized businesses don’t have the Big Data processing needs of a Netflix, Target, or Facebook. Instead, it shows how to import data and use the self-service analytics available in Excel with Power BI. As you’ll see through the book’s numerous case examples, these tools—which you already know how to use—can perform many of the same functions as the higher-end Apache tools many people believe are required to carry out in Big Data projects. Through instruction, insight, advice, andcase studies, Beginning Big Data with Power BI and Excel 2013 will show you how to: Import and mash up data from web pages, SQL and NoSQL databases, the Azure Marketplace and other sources. Tap into the analytical power...

Beginning Power BI

Autor: Dan Clark

Número de Páginas: 353

Analyze your company’s data quickly and easily using Microsoft’s latest tools. You will learn to build scalable and robust data models to work from, clean and combine different data sources effectively, and create compelling visualizations and share them with your colleagues. Author Dan Clark takes you through each topic using step-by-step activities and plenty of screen shots to help familiarize you with the tools. This second edition includes new material on advanced uses of Power Query, along with the latest user guidance on the evolving Power BI platform. Beginning Power BI is your hands-on guide to quick, reliable, and valuable data insight. What You'll Learn Simplify data discovery, association, and cleansing Build solid analytical data models Create robust interactive data presentations Combine analytical and geographic data in map-based visualizations Publish and share dashboards and reports Who This Book Is For Business analysts, database administrators, developers, and other professionals looking to better understand and communicate with data

AI-Powered Business Intelligence

Autor: Tobias Zwingmann

Número de Páginas: 379

Use business intelligence to power corporate growth, increase efficiency, and improve corporate decision making. With this practical book featuring hands-on examples in Power BI with basic Python and R code, you'll explore the most relevant AI use cases for BI, including improved forecasting, automated classification, and AI-powered recommendations. And you'll learn how to draw insights from unstructured data sources like text, document, and image files. Author Tobias Zwingmann helps BI professionals, business analysts, and data analytics understand high-impact areas of artificial intelligence. You'll learn how to leverage popular AI-as-a-service and AutoML platforms to ship enterprise-grade proofs of concept without the help of software engineers or data scientists. Learn how AI can generate business impact in BI environments Use AutoML for automated classification and improved forecasting Implement recommendation services to support decision-making Draw insights from text data at scale with NLP services Extract information from documents and images with computer vision services Build interactive user frontends for AI-powered dashboard prototypes Implement an end-to-end case...

Supercharge Power BI

Autor: Mrexcel's Holy Macro! Books , Matt Allington

Número de Páginas: 292

Master the power of DAX and data modeling in Power BI to elevate your data analysis skills. This comprehensive guide covers essential functions, advanced techniques, and practical examples for mastering business analytics. Key Features Comprehensive coverage of DAX functions Step-by-step progression from basics to advanced topics Practical examples to reinforce learning Book DescriptionThis guide is designed to empower Power BI users with advanced skills in data modeling and DAX. It begins with an introduction to the foundational concepts of data modeling, where you'll learn how to structure your data for optimal performance and analysis. You’ll then progress to mastering essential DAX functions, including iterators, filters, and time intelligence. These chapters will help you create sophisticated calculations that bring your data to life. As you advance, the guide delves into more complex topics like evaluation context, context transition, and disconnected tables. These concepts are crucial for understanding how DAX formulas interact with your data, enabling you to build more accurate and insightful reports. The guide also covers practical applications, such as transferring DAX ...

Mastering Microsoft Power BI

Autor: Greg Deckler , Brett Powell , Leon Gordon

Número de Páginas: 712

Plan, design, develop, and manage robust Power BI solutions to generate meaningful insights and make data-driven decisions. Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free eBook in the PDF format. Key FeaturesMaster the latest dashboarding and reporting features of Microsoft Power BICombine data from multiple sources, create stunning visualizations and publish Power BI apps to thousands of usersGet the most out of Microsoft Power BI with real-world use cases and examplesBook Description Mastering Microsoft Power BI, Second Edition, provides an advanced understanding of Power BI to get the most out of your data and maximize business intelligence. This updated edition walks through each essential phase and component of Power BI, and explores the latest, most impactful Power BI features. Using best practices and working code examples, you will connect to data sources, shape and enhance source data, and develop analytical data models. You will also learn how to apply custom visuals, implement new DAX commands and paginated SSRS-style reports, manage application workspaces and metadata, and understand how content can be staged and securely distributed via Power BI apps....

Mastering Microsoft Power BI

Autor: Brett Powell

Número de Páginas: 632

Design, create and manage robust Power BI solutions to gain meaningful business insights Key Features Master all the dashboarding and reporting features of Microsoft Power BI Combine data from multiple sources, create stunning visualizations and publish your reports across multiple platforms A comprehensive guide with real-world use cases and examples demonstrating how you can get the best out of Microsoft Power BI Book DescriptionThis book is intended for business intelligence professionals responsible for the design and development of Power BI content as well as managers, architects and administrators who oversee Power BI projects and deployments. The chapters flow from the planning of a Power BI project through the development and distribution of content to the administration of Power BI for an organization. BI developers will learn how to create sustainable and impactful Power BI datasets, reports, and dashboards. This includes connecting to data sources, shaping and enhancing source data, and developing an analytical data model. Additionally, top report and dashboard design practices are described using features such as Bookmarks and the Power KPI visual. BI managers will...

The Definitive Guide to Power Query (M)

Autor: Gregory Deckler , Rick De Groot , Melissa De Korte

Número de Páginas: 761

Learn how to use the Power Query M formula language and its functions effectively for better data modeling and impactful business intelligence reports. Get With Your Book: PDF Copy, AI Assistant, and Next-Gen Reader Free Key Features Get comprehensive coverage of fundamental and advanced Power Query concepts Gain hands-on experience with practical examples based on real-world problems Delve into the intricacies of Power Query M language for enhanced data manipulation Book DescriptionData transformation is a critical step in building data models and business intelligence reports. Power Query is an invaluable tool for anyone who wants to master data transformation, and this book will equip you with the knowledge and skills to make the most of it. The Definitive Guide to Power Query (M) will help you build a solid foundation in the Power Query M language. As you progress through the chapters, you'll learn how to use that knowledge to implement advanced concepts and data transformations. This will set the stage for an uncompromisingly thorough exploration of the Power Query M Language. You'll also get to grips with optimizing performance, handling errors, and implementing efficient...