Supercharge your Power BI skills with DAX! This guide empowers Power BI users to master Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), enhancing their Business Intelligence (BI) capabilities in Power BI, Power Pivot, and Excel. Updated for the new Power BI Ribbon interface, this third edition bridges the gap for users seeking to leverage DAX for effective data modeling and analysis.Learn to write DAX formulas, create interactive reports, and solve real-world business reporting c...

Data analysis expressions (DAX) is the formula language of Power Pivot. Learning the DAX language is key to empower Excel users so they can take advantage of these new Business Intelligence (BI) capabilities. This volume clearly explains the concepts of Power Pivot while at the same time offering hands-on practice to engage the reader and help new knowledge stick. This second edition has been updated for the Excel 2016 user interface while still providing a bridge for readers wanting to le...

Power Query is the amazing new data cleansing tool in both Excel and Power BI Desktop. Do you find yourself performing the same data cleansing steps day after day? Power Query will make it faster to clean your data the first time. While Power Query is powerful, the interface is subtle—there are tools hiding in plain sight that are easy to miss. Go beyond the obvious and take Power Query to new levels with this book.

Learn how to use the Power Query M formula language and its functions effectively for better data modeling and impactful business intelligence reports. Free with your book: DRM-free PDF version + access to Packt's next-gen Reader\*Key FeaturesGet comprehensive coverage of fundamental and advanced Power Query conceptsGain hands-on experience with practical examples based on real-world problemsDelve into the intricacies of Power Query M language ...

Power Query is one component of the Power BI (Business Intelligence) product from Microsoft, and "M" is the name of the programming language created by it. As more business intelligence pros begin using Power Pivot, they find that they do not have the Excel skills to clean the data in Excel; Power Query solves this problem. This book shows how to use the Power Query tool to get difficult data sets into both Excel and Power Pivot, and is solely devoted to Power Query dashboarding and report...

If you think that getting creative with Excel means the underhanded tweaking of numbers, think again. Excel Hacks shows even the most experienced users how to do things with Excel they might never have thought of doing--and lets them have a little fun while they're at it.Microsoft Excel is not just the dominant spreadsheet in the world; it's also one of the most popular applications ever created. Its success lies not only in its power and flexibility, but also in its streamlined, ...

When Microsoft announced the release of its new Windows operating system many expected the continuation in the numbering trend. When the system was announced as Windows 10, the question the many of the reviewers pondered the omission of the number 9 in the sequence. Microsoft later announced that the poor performance and user reviews of the Windows 8 version warranted a separation of sorts. The hope of Microsoft execs is that the new system will propel the organization’s growth and offer u...

Microsoft as the leader of software for operating systems has now released the new Windows 10. It was released on the Twenty Ninth of July 2015. The new and improved computer program has been praised with honours and great reviews for its ability to meet needs while maintaining new trends. Critics have suggested that one major strength of Windows 10 is the fact that it is a made up of all the previous strengths from earlier Windows systems. This indicates that Microsoft has taken the bold ...

IBM Cognos 10 is the next generation of the leading performance management, analysis, and reporting standard for mid- to large-sized companies. One of the most exciting and useful aspects of IBM Cognos software is its powerful custom report creation capabilities. After learning the basics, report authors in the enterprise need to apply the technology to reports in their actual, complex work environment. This book provides that advanced know how. Using practical examples based on years of t...

This book shows how to deliver eye-catching Business Intelligence with Microsoft Power BI Desktop. You can now take data from virtually any source and use it to produce stunning dashboards and compelling reports that will seize your audience’s attention. Slice and dice the data with remarkable ease then add metrics and KPIs to project the insights that create your competitive advantage. Make raw data into clear, accurate, and interactive information with Microsoft’s free self-service busin...

Over 90 simple and incredibly effective recipes for transforming your business data into exciting dashboards with SAP BusinessObjects Dashboards 4.0 XcelsiusKey FeaturesLearn valuable Dashboard Design best practices and tips through easy to follow recipesBecome skilled in using and configuring all Dashboard Design componentsLearn how to apply Dynamic Visibility to enhance your dashboardsGet introduced to the most important add-ons avai...

Uncover the latest software package provided as a service by Microsoft. Get a head start and explore the subscription-based software concepts surrounding Microsoft Office 365 tools and techniques. Become a valued member of your organization by learning the benefits and advantages of implementing Microsoft Office 365, and the ways in which it allows any business to collaborate and share information.This certification validates that you know specific methods, models, and/or tools. Th...