Microsoft Power BI for End Users (2024)

Lesson 1: Introduction to Power BI

• What Is Power BI?
• Key Components of Power BI
• Benefits of Data Visualization
• Navigating the Power BI Interface

Lesson 2: Data Preparation and Querying

• Data Sources and Connections
• Data Transformation and Cleaning
• Data Modeling Basics
• Query Editor and Data Loading

Lesson 3: Creating Basic Reports

• Building Visualizations
• Formatting and Customizing Visuals
• Adding Filters and Slicers
• Interactive Report Building

Lesson 4: Advanced Visualizations

• Advanced Chart Types
• Hierarchies and Drill-Through
• Combining Multiple Visuals
• Custom Visuals and AppSource

Lesson 5: Data Analysis and DAX Formulas

• Introduction to DAX (Data Analysis Expressions)
• Creating Measures and Calculated Columns
• DAX Functions for Data Analysis
• Time Intelligence in DAX

Lesson 6: Advanced Reporting Features

• Interactive Dashboards
• Custom Themes and Layouts
• Bookmarking and Navigation
• Collaboration and Sharing

Lesson 7: Data Insights and AI Integration

• Quick Insights and AutoML
• AI-Powered Analytics
• Anomaly Detection and Key Influencers
• Using Natural Language Queries

Lesson 8: Data Governance and Security

• Data Security and Permissions
• Row-Level Security
• Data Refresh and Scheduled Updates
• Data Governance Best Practices

Lesson 9: Mobile and Cloud Integration

• Power BI Mobile App
• Publishing Reports to Power BI Service
• Sharing and Collaboration in the Cloud
• On-Premises Data Gateway

Lesson 10: Tips and Tricks

• Efficiency Tips and Shortcuts
• Troubleshooting Common Issues
• Best Practices for End Users

Power BI Community and Resources