Build a strong foundation in Power Query and the M language to unlock powerful data transformation capabilities. Learn the essentials of working with Power Query, accessing diverse data sources, and understanding core data structures.
This course introduces you to the fundamentals of Power Query and the M language, guiding you through the basics of queries, data access, and combining data from multiple sources. You will explore values, expressions, and data types, gaining a solid understanding of how Power Query structures and processes information. By the end of this course, you will be able to confidently navigate the Power Query interface, connect to various data sources, and apply foundational data transformation techniques. Through clear explanations and practical examples, this course blends theoretical concepts with real-world scenarios to help you master the essentials of Power Query and the M language. Interactive quizzes and guided readings reinforce your understanding and prepare you for more advanced topics. This course is part one of a three-course Specialization designed to build a complete and cohesive understanding of the subject. While it offers valuable skills on its own, you'll gain the most benefit by progressing through all three courses as a structured learning journey. This course is based on The Definitive Guide to Power Query (M), by Gregory Deckler, Rick de Groot and Melissa de Korte. Packt is one of the world's most prolific publishers of cutting-edge technical content. For over two decades we've made it our mission to curate and publish the knowledge of only the very best technical experts. We focus on real-world courses that help our customers get the job done, with coverage that extends across a wide range of established and cutting-edge technical topics. If you're an individual or an organisation that embraces learning by doing, Packt is the perfect fit for you.
