Introduction to DAX for Power BI (M-55310AC) Course

Course Code: M-55310AC

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Duration: 2 days

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Course Overview

This instructor-led course is designed for business users who already use Power BI and want to develop their ability to create custom calculations in data models using Data Analysis Expressions (DAX).

The course introduces the theoretical foundations of the Power BI data model and DAX language, with a strong emphasis on applying DAX to common business analysis requirements.

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Target Audience

Power BI users who want to develop their skills in using DAX for data analysis and more advanced analytical models.

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Course Objectives

• Understand DAX syntax and best practices.
• Create calculated columns, measures and tables.
• Understand evaluation context and calculation behaviour.
• Use variables and comments to improve DAX formulas.
• Test and troubleshoot custom calculations.
• Apply DAX to common business analysis scenarios.

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Course Content

• Introduction to DAX and syntax best practices.
• Creating calculated columns, measures and calculated tables.
• Context and rules of evaluation.
• Variables, comments and testing.
• Working with common DAX functions and calculations.
• Practical exercises and business-focused DAX scenarios.

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Course Prerequisites

Delegates should already have experience using Power BI and creating data models and reports. This is not an introductory Power BI course.

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Note - This course is delivered via our training partner Skillsoft Global Knowledge.