Course Outline
Power BI – Fundamental Concepts
- Defining Power BI and its capabilities.
- Comparing Power BI Desktop and Power BI Service.
- Overview of the report-building workflow.
Overview of Power BI Components
- Power BI Desktop, Service, and Mobile apps.
- Understanding Power Query and Power Pivot.
- Differentiating between datasets, reports, and dashboards.
Connecting to Data Sources
- Supported data sources and connectors.
- Import mode versus DirectQuery.
- Strategies for refreshing and updating data.
Fundamental Data Modeling Concepts
- Working with relationships and keys.
- Utilizing hierarchies and calculated columns.
- Creating simple measures using DAX.
Developing Simple Visualizations
- Utilizing bar, line, pie, matrix, and table visuals.
- Implementing filters and slicers.
- Applying conditional formatting and drillthrough features.
Power BI Dashboards
- Pinning visuals to dashboards.
- Exploring tile and layout options.
- Configuring live dashboards and refresh intervals.
Dashboard Design Principles
- Maximizing data-to-ink ratio and establishing visual hierarchy.
- Effectively using white space and alignment.
- Selecting the appropriate visual for the message.
Interactive Panel Functions
- Using bookmarks and buttons.
- Navigating drilldowns and cross-filtering.
- Implementing tooltips and Q&A visuals.
Sharing and Publishing Dashboards
- Publishing content to the Power BI Service.
- Managing workspaces and apps.
- Securely sharing reports and dashboards.
Dashboard Navigation and Actions
- Designing page navigation.
- Utilizing page tooltips.
- Creating action-based interactions.
Power BI Report Design
- Telling stories with data.
- Designing for readability and clarity.
- Incorporating shapes, text, and images.
Advanced Design Techniques
- Layering and grouping visuals.
- Using dynamic titles and metrics.
- Setting up drillthrough pages.
Using Themes and Templates
- Creating and applying themes.
- Utilizing report templates.
- Maintaining visual consistency.
Mobile Dashboard Design Considerations
- Using the mobile layout editor.
- Optimizing for touch interactions.
- Testing dashboards on mobile devices.
User Experience and Accessibility
- Addressing color contrast and screen reader compatibility.
- Configuring tab order and keyboard navigation.
- Adhering to best practices for accessible design.
Summary and Next Steps
- Recap of key concepts.
- Additional Power BI resources.
- Exploring certification options.
Requirements
- A foundational understanding of basic data concepts and structures.
- Experience with Microsoft Excel and data manipulation techniques.
- Familiarity with basic statistical concepts.
Target Audience
- Data analysts.
- Business intelligence specialists.
- Professionals responsible for reporting and dashboard design.
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