Power BI Data Analysis: From First Steps to DAX and M Formulas

In today's data-driven world, the ability to turn raw information into clear, actionable insights is a highly sought-after skill. This course is designed to take you from a complete beginner with zero experience to a capable analyst who can navigate the entire Power BI ecosystem. You will learn the core concepts of business intelligence, understand how data models work, and build the confidence to write custom formulas that solve real business problems. By studying written explanations and practical code examples, you will master both the visual interface and the underlying code engines. What you'll learn: - Understand key business intelligence concepts, data schemas, and the Power BI interface. - Clean and transform messy data using Power Query and the M formula language. - Create robust data models using relationships, star schemas, and modern modeling practices. - Write custom calculations and business metrics using DAX formulas. - Design clear, interactive reports that follow modern data visualization principles. - Publish and share your insights securely using the cloud-based Power BI Service. The course begins with foundational definitions and interface navigation before moving step-by-step through data preparation, modeling, DAX calculations, and report sharing. You will practice through written exercises and code analysis designed to build practical skills. This text-only course is perfect for beginners, business analysts, and Excel users looking to transition to modern business intelligence tools, with no prior coding or database experience required. Start your journey today and unlock the power of your data.