MASTERING DATA INSIGHTS &
VISUALIZATIONS WITH MICROSOFT
POWER BI
Instructor:
▪ Name: M Usman Jamil
▪ Credentials: Sr. Data Analyst
▪ E-Mail: Usmanjamil486@[Link]
▪ LinkedIn: [Link]/in/m-usman-jami-502a91159
MASTERING DATA INSIGHTS & VISUALIZATIONS WITH MICROSOFT POWER BI
Course Introduction:
Welcome to our dynamic and immersive 1.5-month course on Power BI! This course is
meticulously designed to elevate your skills and transform you into a proficient data
analyst and dashboard creator. Over the next two months, you will embark on an
exciting learning journey, starting with mastering the essential functions and advanced
features. You'll uncover the secrets of efficient data manipulation, in-depth analysis, and
impactful visualization. Learner will dive into the powerful world of Power BI, exploring its
robust data modeling and stunning visualization capabilities. Each week, our interactive,
hands-on sessions will build your skills step-by-step, ensuring you gain a
comprehensive understanding of both tools. By the end of this course, you’ll not only be
adept at creating insightful and visually appealing dashboards, but you’ll also be
equipped to make data-driven decisions with confidence and creativity. Get ready to
unlock the full potential of your data and showcase your analytical prowess!
Month 1: Microsoft Power BI
Week 1: Introduction to Power BI
• Overview of Power BI
• Understanding the Power BI ecosystem (Power BI Desktop, Service, Mobile Apps)
• Power BI Desktop installation and setup
• Exploring the Power BI interface and key features
• Connecting to data sources (Excel, SQL Server, web sources, etc.)
• Basic data import and transformation
• Data transformation using Power Query
• Cleaning and shaping data
• Merging and appending queries
• Introduction to Power BI templates
• Importing and using sample datasets
Week 2: Data Transformation and Power Query
• Data transformation techniques
• Working with different data types and formats
• Handling errors and troubleshooting data issues
• Creating custom Columns in Power Query
Week 3: Power BI Data Modeling
• Understanding data modeling concepts
• Creating relationships between tables
• Importance of primary and foreign keys
• Introduction to DAX (Data Analysis Expressions)
• Creating calculated columns and measures
• Using basic DAX functions
• Advanced data modeling techniques
• Creating and using hierarchies
• Introduction to star schema and snowflake schema
Week 4: Advanced DAX Functions
• Deep dive into DAX
• Advanced DAX functions and calculations
• Using CALCULATE and FILTER functions
• Time intelligence functions (YTD, QTD, MTD)
• Working with date tables and calendars
• Optimizing DAX calculations for performance
• Creating complex calculated columns and measures
• Practical examples and exercises with advanced DAX
Month 2: Microsoft Power BI
Week 5: Power BI Visualization
• Creating basic visuals (bar, line, pie charts)
• Customizing visuals (titles, labels, colors)
• Enhancing visuals with conditional formatting
• Using slicers and filters
• Creating interactive visuals (Matrix, gauges, KPIs)
• Utilizing Power BI's built-in themes and customizing them
• Using custom visuals from the marketplace
• Understanding and using bookmarks and tooltips
• Creating drill-through reports
• Designing reports for storytelling
• Introduction to Power BI report themes.
Week 6: Power BI Dashboards and Sharing
• Integrating multiple visuals
• Dashboard design principles
• Best practices for data presentation in Power BI
• Publishing reports to Power BI Service
• Creating and managing workspaces
• Sharing and collaborating on dashboards
• Setting up data refresh schedules
• Managing data security and permissions
• Introduction to Power BI apps and usage
• Final project presentations and course wrap-up
• Course feedback and Q&A session
Additional Notes:
1. Assignments and hands-on practice will be given after each session to reinforce
learning.
2. Students are encouraged to bring their own data sets for personalized projects.
3. Additional resources and reading materials will be provided throughout the course.