PL-900: Power BI – Platform Fundamentals

Training Description: PL-900: Power BI – Platform Fundamentals

Course Overview: The PL-900: Power BI – Platform Fundamentals training is designed for beginners who want to explore the foundational concepts of the Power BI platform. This course provides an in-depth understanding of using Power BI for creating interactive reports, data visualization, and real-time analytics. It is an ideal first step into Business Intelligence, teaching how to transform raw data into actionable insights.

Training Objectives:

• Understand the basic concepts of Business Intelligence and Power BI.
• Learn how to connect, prepare, and model data.
• Create interactive visualizations and customized dashboards.
• Publish and share reports on the Power BI platform.
• Prepare for the PL-900 exam to earn the official Microsoft certification.

Training Program:

Introduction to Power BI

• Core concepts of Business Intelligence (BI).
• Overview of the Power BI platform: Desktop, Service, and Mobile.
• Use cases of Power BI across different industries.

Connecting and Preparing Data

• Connecting to various data sources: Excel, databases, cloud services.
• Data cleaning and transformation using Power Query.
• Introduction to the M language for advanced data preparation.

Data Modeling

• Creating and managing data models.
• Relationships between tables and hierarchies.
• Introduction to DAX (Data Analysis Expressions) for advanced calculations.

Creating Visualizations

• Types of visualizations available in Power BI: charts, maps, tables, etc.
• Customizing and interacting with visuals.
• Using integrated AI tools such as analysis and forecasting charts.

Dashboards and Sharing

• Creating and customizing interactive dashboards.
• Publishing reports to Power BI Service.
• Collaboration and secure sharing with other users.

Introduction to Advanced Features

• Setting up real-time reports with Power BI Streaming.
• Automating tasks using Power Automate.
• Integrating Power BI with other Microsoft tools like Excel and Teams.

Preparing for the PL-900 Exam

• Overview of the skills measured in the exam.
• Case studies and practical scenarios.
• Practice exams to reinforce key concepts.

Training Duration: 2 days (approximately 16 hours), including demonstrations, interactive workshops, and real-time exercises.

Prerequisites: No technical prerequisites are required. Basic knowledge of data management or Microsoft tools is an advantage.

Target Audience:

• Beginners who want to understand the fundamentals of Power BI and data visualization.
• Professionals looking to improve their skills in Business Intelligence.
• Decision-makers or project managers who want to leverage Power BI for strategic analysis.

Certification: This training prepares participants for the PL-900: Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals exam, which validates fundamental knowledge of Power BI and the Power Platform.

Take control of your data and begin your Business Intelligence journey with Power BI through this essential training!