Introducing Microsoft Power BI - Learn Data Science

Microsoft Power BI is a powerful business intelligence (BI) tool that enables organizations to analyze data, create interactive reports, and make data-driven decisions. In Introducing Microsoft Power BI, renowned BI experts Marco Russo and Alberto Ferrari provide a structured guide to understanding and utilizing Power BI effectively. Whether you’re a beginner exploring BI for the first time or an experienced IT professional evaluating Power BI for your organization, this book covers essential concepts, key functionalities, and real-world applications.

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Who Should Read This Book?

This book is designed for a diverse range of readers, including:

Beginners and Business Users – If you’re new to business intelligence, this book provides an easy-to-follow introduction to Power BI’s core concepts, helping you get started with data visualization and reporting.
IT Professionals and Database Administrators – If you’re responsible for evaluating BI tools for your organization, this book offers a high-level overview of Power BI’s capabilities, explaining why it has become a preferred choice for modern data analytics.
Business Analysts and Data Enthusiasts – If you work with data, this book teaches you how to build robust data models, refine reports, and leverage Power BI’s advanced features to enhance decision-making.

What You Will Learn

This book provides both fundamental knowledge and advanced techniques, guiding you through the entire Power BI ecosystem. Key topics covered include:

1. Introduction to Power BI

Understanding the Power BI ecosystem: Service, Desktop, and Mobile
Key benefits and business applications

2. Creating and sharing dashboards

Step-by-step guide to building interactive dashboards
Sharing insights with teams and stakeholders
Best practices for effective dashboard design

3. Understanding Data Refresh and Connectivity

Connecting to various data sources
Automating data refresh for real-time updates
Managing data security and compliance

4. Working with Power BI Desktop

Installing and setting up Power BI Desktop
Importing, transforming, and cleaning data
Creating and publishing reports

5. Integrating Data from Services and Content Packs

Connecting to cloud-based services (Microsoft Azure, Google Analytics, etc.)
Using pre-built content packs for faster insights

6. Building a Data Model

Structuring data for effective analysis
Creating relationships between datasets
Using DAX (Data Analysis Expressions) to enhance models

7. Enhancing Reports and Visualizations

Customizing reports with advanced visualizations
Using filters, slicers, and drill-through features
Leveraging AI-powered insights

8. Implementing Power BI in Your Organization

Strategies for deploying Power BI across teams
Training employees and fostering a data-driven culture
Understanding licensing options and governance

Why Read This Book?

Beginner-Friendly: Step-by-step learning for those new to Power BI
Practical Insights: Hands-on examples to help you build real-world reports
Comprehensive Guide: Covers everything from basic setup to advanced features
Decision-Making Support: Helps IT professionals evaluate Power BI for their organization

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By the end of this book, you’ll have a solid foundation in Microsoft Power BI, allowing you to create insightful reports, analyze data effectively, and make informed business decisions with confidence.

📘 Start your Power BI journey today and unlock the full potential of your data!