February 2024
Beginner to intermediate
340 pages
8h 19m
English
Overview
Delve into the powerful world of data cleaning with Microsoft Power BI in this detailed guide. You'll learn how to connect, transform, and optimize data from various sources, setting a strong foundation for insightful data-driven decisions. Equip yourself with the skills to master data quality, leverage DAX and Power Query, and produce actionable insights with improved efficiency.
What this Book will help me do
- Master connecting to various data sources and importing data effectively into Power BI.
- Learn to use the Query Editor to clean and transform data efficiently.
- Understand how to use the M language to perform advanced data transformations.
- Gain expertise in creating optimized data models and handling relationships within Power BI.
- Explore insights-driven exploratory data analysis using Power BI's powerful tools.
Author(s)
None Frazer is an experienced data professional with a deep knowledge of business intelligence tools and analytics processes. With a strong background in data science and years of hands-on experience using Power BI, Frazer brings practical advice to help users improve their data preparation and analysis skills. Known for creating resources that are both comprehensive and approachable, Frazer is dedicated to empowering readers in their data journey.
Who is it for?
This book is ideal for data analysts, business intelligence professionals, and business analysts who work regularly with data. If you are someone with a basic understanding of BI tools and concepts looking to deepen their skills, especially in Power BI, this book will guide you effectively. It will also help data scientists and other professionals interested in data cleaning to build a robust basis for data quality and analysis. Whether you're addressing common data challenges or seeking to enhance your BI capabilities, this guide is tailored to accommodate your needs.
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