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There are 5 modules in this course
Designed for data analysts and BI professionals, this course teaches learners to create compelling, interactive visualizations and reports in Power BI. Participants will develop skills in building standard and advanced visualizations, implementing dynamic reporting with field parameters, and designing paginated reports for formal business documents. The course emphasizes data storytelling techniques using interactive elements like drill-through, slicers, and buttons to create engaging user experiences. Learners will also explore AI-powered features to enhance their visualizations with automated insights. Through hands-on practice, participants will master the principles of effective report design following data visualization best practices, ensuring their dashboards are both visually appealing and functionally robust. The course also covers configuring reports for optimal viewing across different devices, including mobile platforms, enabling seamless data consumption regardless of the user's context. By integrating custom visuals and leveraging Power BI's AI capabilities, learners will be equipped to deliver sophisticated analytics solutions that empower business users to make data-driven decisions.
Effective data visualization is both an art and a science, requiring understanding of human perception, design principles, and technical implementation. This foundational module establishes your expertise in creating visualizations that not only look professional but communicate insights effectively. You'll learn to apply proven design principles, select appropriate chart types for different analytical scenarios, and configure formatting options that enhance rather than distract from your message. Through hands-on practice with report layouts and accessibility features, you'll develop the design sensibility needed to create reports that engage users and drive action.
What's included
8 videos9 readings8 assignments
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8 videos•Total 25 minutes
The Power of Visual Analytics•3 minutes
Evaluating Visualization Effectiveness•4 minutes
Choosing the Right Visualization•2 minutes
Configuring Standard Visualizations with Sort-by-Column•4 minutes
Modern business intelligence goes far beyond static charts—it creates interactive experiences that empower users to explore data and discover insights independently. This module transforms your reports from simple presentations into dynamic analytical tools. You'll master filtering mechanisms, drill-through capabilities, and bookmarking features that enable guided exploration. Through buttons, actions, and state management, you'll learn to craft data stories that lead users through logical analytical paths while giving them the freedom to explore areas of particular interest. These skills enable you to create engaging experiences that turn casual report viewers into active data explorers.
What's included
8 videos8 readings9 assignments
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8 videos•Total 26 minutes
The Power of Interactive Filtering•2 minutes
Advanced Slicer Techniques•4 minutes
The Value of Data Exploration•2 minutes
Setting Up Drill Paths•3 minutes
Creating Guided Analytics Experiences•2 minutes
Building Multi-State Reports•5 minutes
Designing Intuitive User Interfaces•2 minutes
Implementing Custom Navigation•4 minutes
8 readings•Total 330 minutes
Filter Types and Implementation•15 minutes
Hands-on – Custom Filter Logic•60 minutes
Hierarchical Navigation in Reports•15 minutes
Hands-on – Custom Drill-Through Logic•60 minutes
Bookmarks and States in Power BI•30 minutes
Hands-on – Bookmark Manager•60 minutes
Interactive Controls in Power BI•30 minutes
Hands-on – Button Action Assistant•60 minutes
9 assignments•Total 355 minutes
Interactive Elements and Data Storytelling•30 minutes
Filter Functionality•15 minutes
Interactive Filtering Implementation•45 minutes
Drill Functionality•15 minutes
Multi-Level Drill Challenge•60 minutes
Bookmark Functionality•20 minutes
Interactive State Management•60 minutes
Button Actions and Navigation•20 minutes
Interactive Dashboard•90 minutes
Advanced Visualization Techniques
Module 3•11 hours to complete
Module details
As analytical requirements become more sophisticated, standard charts may not suffice to convey complex insights effectively. This module expands your visualization toolkit with advanced chart types, AI-powered analytics, and custom visual capabilities. You'll learn when and how to implement specialized visualizations like Waterfall Charts and Decomposition Trees, while exploring AI features that automatically discover hidden patterns in your data. Through custom visuals and mobile optimization, you'll ensure your solutions work across all devices and scenarios, providing comprehensive analytical capabilities that meet diverse business needs.
What's included
8 videos8 readings9 assignments
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8 videos•Total 27 minutes
Beyond Basic Charts•2 minutes
Implementing Advanced Charts•4 minutes
How AI Enhances Data Exploration•2 minutes
Implementing AI Visuals•4 minutes
Expanding Visualization Capabilities•2 minutes
Implementing Custom Visuals•6 minutes
Analytics Anywhere: Mobile BI•2 minutes
Creating Mobile Layouts•4 minutes
8 readings•Total 245 minutes
Specialized Visualization Types•15 minutes
Hands-on – Visualization Selector•45 minutes
AI-Powered Analytics in Power BI•15 minutes
Hands-on – AI Insight Configuration•60 minutes
Power BI Custom Visual Ecosystem•10 minutes
Hands-on – Custom Visual Integration•60 minutes
Responsive Design for Power BI•15 minutes
Hands-on – Mobile Layout Optimization•25 minutes
9 assignments•Total 365 minutes
Advanced Visualization Techniques•30 minutes
Advanced Chart Types•15 minutes
Advanced Chart Implementation•90 minutes
AI Visualization Applications•20 minutes
AI Visualization•90 minutes
Custom Visual Implementation •15 minutes
Custom Visual Integration •45 minutes
Mobile Design Principles •15 minutes
Mobile Report Creation•45 minutes
Dynamic Reporting with Parameters and Fields
Module 4•13 hours to complete
Module details
The most powerful reports adapt to user needs, allowing for customized analysis without requiring multiple versions. This module introduces you to field parameters and dynamic reporting techniques that transform static reports into flexible analytical platforms. You'll learn to implement user-driven measure and dimension selection, enabling business users to customize their analytical experience. Through what-if parameters and scenario analysis capabilities, you'll create interactive planning tools that support strategic decision-making. These skills enable you to build single reports that serve multiple analytical purposes while maintaining simplicity and usability.
What's included
8 videos8 readings9 assignments
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8 videos•Total 31 minutes
The Power of Dynamic Reports•2 minutes
Setting Up Field Parameters•5 minutes
User-Driven Analytics•3 minutes
Building Measure Selectors•5 minutes
Flexible Data Exploration•2 minutes
Implementing Dimension Selection•6 minutes
The Value of Scenario Analysis•2 minutes
Building Numeric Range Parameters•6 minutes
8 readings•Total 350 minutes
Field Parameters Fundamentals•30 minutes
Hands-on – Parameter Configuration•60 minutes
Dynamic Measure Implementation•30 minutes
Hands-on – Advanced Measure Switching•60 minutes
Dynamic Dimensions in Analysis•20 minutes
Hands-on – Multi-Dimension Selector•60 minutes
Interactive Scenario Analysis•30 minutes
Hands-on – Scenario Comparison Tool•60 minutes
9 assignments•Total 375 minutes
Dynamic Reporting with Parameters and Fields•30 minutes
Field Parameter Basics•15 minutes
Parameter Implementation•60 minutes
Dynamic Measure Implementation•20 minutes
Dynamic Measure Challenge•90 minutes
Dimension Selection Techniques•20 minutes
Dynamic Dimension Implementation•60 minutes
Numeric Range Parameter Implementation•20 minutes
Numeric Range Analysis•60 minutes
Paginated Reports and Advanced Output Formats
Module 5•27 hours to complete
Module details
While interactive reports excel at exploration and analysis, business operations often require formatted documents for compliance, distribution, and formal reporting. This module introduces you to paginated reports and advanced output formats that complement your interactive solutions. You'll learn when paginated reports are appropriate and how to design pixel-perfect layouts that meet professional documentation standards. Through parameter implementation and distribution configuration, you'll create automated reporting solutions that ensure the right information reaches the right people at the right time, completing your comprehensive Power BI skill set.
What's included
8 videos8 readings10 assignments
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8 videos•Total 26 minutes
When to Use Paginated Reports•2 minutes
Exploring Report Builder•5 minutes
The Art of Document Design•2 minutes
Building Report Layouts•4 minutes
Creating Flexible Standard Reports•2 minutes
Building Parameterized Reports•5 minutes
Effective Report Distribution•2 minutes
Configuring Report Subscriptions•4 minutes
8 readings•Total 255 minutes
Paginated Reports Fundamentals•15 minutes
Hands-on – Report Requirement Analyzer•45 minutes
Paginated Report Design Principles•10 minutes
Hands-on – Layout Template Creator•50 minutes
Parameter Implementation in Paginated Reports•15 minutes
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