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This book is your ultimate companion to mastering Microsoft Power BI and becoming proficient in data analysis and visualization. With a focus on understanding and utilizing Power BI to its fullest extent, this guide also prepares you comprehensively for the PL-300 certification exam. You will go from the basics to advanced techniques enabling you to confidently analyze and present data. What this Book will help me do Understand and connect to various data sources using Power BI. Gain skills in transforming and preparing data for advanced analysis. Develop expertise in designing and optimizing data models. Learn to create insightful reports and dashboards to convey information clearly. Prepare for and succeed in the PL-300 certification exam with practice questions. Author(s) Authors None Edenfield and None Corcoran bring extensive experience in business intelligence and data analytics to this book. They have years of hands-on expertise with Power BI and a passion for teaching analytics in a practical and accessible way. Together, they aim to empower readers to master Power BI and achieve their certification goals. Who is it for? This book is perfect for data analysts, business intelligence professionals, and anyone aiming to deepen their knowledge of Microsoft Power BI. Beginners will find approachable content to quickly get started while experienced users will find detailed topics to refine their expertise. By covering exam preparation and practical applications, this guide benefits a wide range of learners who wish to get certified and excel in data-centric roles.

R is the most powerful tool you can use for statistical analysis. This definitive guide smooths R’s steep learning curve with practical solutions and real-world applications for commercial environments. In R in Action, Third Edition you will learn how to: Set up and install R and RStudio Clean, manage, and analyze data with R Use the ggplot2 package for graphs and visualizations Solve data management problems using R functions Fit and interpret regression models Test hypotheses and estimate confidence Simplify complex multivariate data with principal components and exploratory factor analysis Make predictions using time series forecasting Create dynamic reports and stunning visualizations Techniques for debugging programs and creating packages R in Action, Third Edition makes learning R quick and easy. That’s why thousands of data scientists have chosen this guide to help them master the powerful language. Far from being a dry academic tome, every example you’ll encounter in this book is relevant to scientific and business developers, and helps you solve common data challenges. R expert Rob Kabacoff takes you on a crash course in statistics, from dealing with messy and incomplete data to creating stunning visualizations. This revised and expanded third edition contains fresh coverage of the new tidyverse approach to data analysis and R’s state-of-the-art graphing capabilities with the ggplot2 package. About the Technology Used daily by data scientists, researchers, and quants of all types, R is the gold standard for statistical data analysis. This free and open source language includes packages for everything from advanced data visualization to deep learning. Instantly comfortable for mathematically minded users, R easily handles practical problems without forcing you to think like a software engineer. About the Book R in Action, Third Edition teaches you how to do statistical analysis and data visualization using R and its popular tidyverse packages. In it, you’ll investigate real-world data challenges, including forecasting, data mining, and dynamic report writing. This revised third edition adds new coverage for graphing with ggplot2, along with examples for machine learning topics like clustering, classification, and time series analysis. What's Inside Clean, manage, and analyze data Use the ggplot2 package for graphs and visualizations Techniques for debugging programs and creating packages A complete learning resource for R and tidyverse About the Reader Requires basic math and statistics. No prior experience with R needed. About the Author Dr. Robert I Kabacoff is a professor of quantitative analytics at Wesleyan University and a seasoned data scientist with more than 20 years of experience. Quotes Kabacoff has outdone himself by significantly improving on the already excellent previous edition. - Alain Lompo, ISO-Gruppe R in Action has been my go-to reference on R for years. The third edition contains timely updates on the tidyverse and other new tools. I would recommend this book without hesitation. - Daniel Kenney-Jung MD, Department of Pediatrics, Duke University Outstandingly well-written. The best book on R programming that I have ever read. - Kelvin Meeks, International Technology Ventures Takes the reader through a series of essential methods from basic to complex. The only R book you will ever need. - Martin Perry, Microsoft

"Microsoft Power BI Performance Best Practices" is a thorough guide to mastering efficiently operating Power BI solutions. This book walks you through optimizing every layer of a Power BI project, from data transformations to architecture, equipping you with the ability to create robust and scalable analytics solutions. What this Book will help me do Understand how to set realistic performance goals for Power BI projects and implement ongoing performance monitoring. Apply effective architectural and configuration strategies to improve Power BI solution efficiency. Learn practices for constructing and optimizing data models and implementing Row-Level Security effectively. Utilize tools like DAX Studio and VertiPaq Analyzer to detect and resolve common performance bottlenecks. Gain deep knowledge of Power BI Premium and techniques for handling large-scale data solutions using Azure. Author(s) Bhavik Merchant is a recognized expert in business intelligence and analytics solutions. With extensive experience in designing and implementing Power BI solutions across industries, he brings a pragmatic approach to solving performance issues in Power BI. Bhavik's writing style reflects his passion for teaching, ensuring readers gain practical knowledge they can directly apply to their work. Who is it for? This book is designed for data analysts, BI developers, and data professionals who have foundational knowledge of Power BI and aim to elevate their skills to construct high-performance analytics solutions. It is particularly suited to individuals seeking guidance on best practices and tools for optimizing Power BI applications.

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Learn to crunch huge amounts of data with PowerPivot and Power Query Do you have a ton of data you need to make sense of? Microsoft’s Excel program can handle amazingly large data sets, but you’ll need to get familiar with PowerPivot and Power Query to get started. And that’s where Dummies comes in. With step-by-step instructions—accompanied by ample screenshots—Excel PowerPivot & Power Query For Dummies will teach you how to save time, simplify your processes, and enhance your data analysis and reporting. Use Power Query to discover, connect to, and import your organization’s data. Then use PowerPivot to model it in Excel. You’ll also learn to: Make use of databases to store large amounts of data Use custom functions to extend and enhance Power Query Add the functionality of formulas to PowerPivot and publish data to SharePoint If you’re expected to wrangle, interpret, and report on large amounts of data, Excel PowerPivot & Power Query For Dummies gives you the tools you need to get up to speed quickly.

Learn Power BI is a comprehensive guide to mastering Microsoft Power BI. With step-by-step instructions, this book equips you to analyze and visualize data effectively, delivering actionable business insights. Whether you're new to Power BI or seeking to deepen your knowledge, you'll find practical examples and hands-on exercises to enhance your skills. What this Book will help me do Master the basics of using Microsoft Power BI for data analysis. Learn to clean and transform datasets effectively using Power Query. Build analytical models and perform calculations using DAX. Design professional-quality reports, dashboards, and visualizations. Understand governance and deploy Power BI in organizational environments. Author(s) Greg Deckler is a recognized expert in business intelligence and analytics, bringing years of practical experience in using Microsoft Power BI for data-driven decision-making. As an accomplished author, Greg's approachable writing style helps readers of all levels. In his book, he conveys complex concepts in a clear, structured, and user-friendly manner. Who is it for? This book is ideal for IT professionals, data analysts, and individuals interested in business intelligence using Power BI. Whether you're a beginner or transitioning from other tools, it guides you through the basics to advanced features. If you want to harness Power BI to create impactful reports or dashboards, this book is for you.

Delve into advanced Data Analysis Expressions (DAX) concepts and Power BI capabilities with Extreme DAX, designed to elevate your skills in Microsoft's Business Intelligence tools. This book guides you through solving intricate business problems, improving your reporting, and leveraging data modeling principles to their fullest potential. What this Book will help me do Master advanced DAX functions and leverage their full potential in data analysis. Develop a solid understanding of context and filtering within Power BI models. Employ strategies for dynamic visualizations and secure data access via row-level security. Apply financial DAX functions for precise investment evaluations and forecasts. Utilize alternative calendars and advanced time-intelligence for comprehensive temporal analyses. Author(s) Michiel Rozema and Henk Vlootman bring decades of deep experience in data analytics and business intelligence to your learning journey. Both authors are seasoned practitioners in using DAX and Microsoft BI tools, with numerous practical deployments of their expertise in business solutions. Their approachable writing reflects their teaching style, ensuring you can easily grasp even challenging concepts. This book combines their comprehensive technical knowledge with real-world, hands-on examples, offering an invaluable resource for refining your skills. Who is it for? This book is perfect for intermediate to advanced analysts who have a foundational knowledge of DAX and Power BI and wish to deepen their expertise. If you are striving to improve performance and accuracy in your reports or aiming to handle advanced modeling scenarios, this book is for you. Prior experience with DAX, Power BI, or equivalent analytical tools is recommended to maximize the benefit. Whether you're a business analyst, data professional, or enthusiast, this book will elevate your analytical capabilities to new heights.

Become a stats superstar by using Excel to reveal the powerful secrets of statistics Microsoft Excel offers numerous possibilities for statistical analysis—and you don’t have to be a math wizard to unlock them. In Statistical Analysis with Excel For Dummies, fully updated for the 2021 version of Excel, you’ll hit the ground running with straightforward techniques and practical guidance to unlock the power of statistics in Excel. Bypass unnecessary jargon and skip right to mastering formulas, functions, charts, probabilities, distributions, and correlations. Written for professionals and students without a background in statistics or math, you’ll learn to create, interpret, and translate statistics—and have fun doing it! In this book you’ll find out how to: Understand, describe, and summarize any kind of data, from sports stats to sales figures Confidently draw conclusions from your analyses, make accurate predictions, and calculate correlations Model the probabilities of future outcomes based on past data Perform statistical analysis on any platform: Windows, Mac, or iPad Access additional resources and practice templates through Dummies.com For anyone who’s ever wanted to unleash the full potential of statistical analysis in Excel—and impress your colleagues or classmates along the way—Statistical Analysis with Excel For Dummies walks you through the foundational concepts of analyzing statistics and the step-by-step methods you use to apply them.

A field guide for the unique challenges of data science leadership, filled with transformative insights, personal experiences, and industry examples. In How To Lead in Data Science you will learn: Best practices for leading projects while balancing complex trade-offs Specifying, prioritizing, and planning projects from vague requirements Navigating structural challenges in your organization Working through project failures with positivity and tenacity Growing your team with coaching, mentoring, and advising Crafting technology roadmaps and championing successful projects Driving diversity, inclusion, and belonging within teams Architecting a long-term business strategy and data roadmap as an executive Delivering a data-driven culture and structuring productive data science organizations How to Lead in Data Science is full of techniques for leading data science at every seniority level—from heading up a single project to overseeing a whole company's data strategy. Authors Jike Chong and Yue Cathy Chang share hard-won advice that they've developed building data teams for LinkedIn, Acorns, Yiren Digital, large asset-management firms, Fortune 50 companies, and more. You'll find advice on plotting your long-term career advancement, as well as quick wins you can put into practice right away. Carefully crafted assessments and interview scenarios encourage introspection, reveal personal blind spots, and highlight development areas. About the Technology Lead your data science teams and projects to success! To make a consistent, meaningful impact as a data science leader, you must articulate technology roadmaps, plan effective project strategies, support diversity, and create a positive environment for professional growth. This book delivers the wisdom and practical skills you need to thrive as a data science leader at all levels, from team member to the C-suite. About the Book How to Lead in Data Science shares unique leadership techniques from high-performance data teams. It’s filled with best practices for balancing project trade-offs and producing exceptional results, even when beginning with vague requirements or unclear expectations. You’ll find a clearly presented modern leadership framework based on current case studies, with insights reaching all the way to Aristotle and Confucius. As you read, you’ll build practical skills to grow and improve your team, your company’s data culture, and yourself. What's Inside How to coach and mentor team members Navigate an organization’s structural challenges Secure commitments from other teams and partners Stay current with the technology landscape Advance your career About the Reader For data science practitioners at all levels. About the Authors Dr. Jike Chong and Yue Cathy Chang build, lead, and grow high-performing data teams across industries in public and private companies, such as Acorns, LinkedIn, large asset-management firms, and Fortune 50 companies. Quotes Spot-on as a career resource! Captures what’s important to be successful as a data scientist. - Eric Colson, Former Data Executive at Stitch Fix, Netflix The first-of-its-kind book to discuss data science career development in a systematic way! Highly valuable and timely in a world that generates more and more data!” - Michael Li, VP of Data at Coinbase A valuable reference filled with new and useful coaching and techniques. A must-have. - Jesse Bridgewater, VP Data Science at Brightline, formerly Livongo, Twitter, eBay A great book providing frameworks and tools that help contemplate and address key problems faced by data science leaders. - Ron Kohavi, Best-selling Author, Former Executive at Airbnb, Microsoft, Amazon

The "Power Query Cookbook" is your comprehensive guide to mastering data preparation and transformation using Power Query. With this book, you'll learn to connect to data sources, reshape data to fit business requirements, and use both no-code transformations and custom M code solutions to unlock the full potential of your data. Step-by-step examples will guide you through optimizing dataflows in Power BI. What this Book will help me do Master connecting to various data sources and performing intuitive transformations using Power Query. Learn to reshape and enrich data to meet complex business requirements efficiently. Explore advanced capabilities of Power Query, including M code and online dataflows. Develop custom data transformations with a blend of GUI-based and M code techniques. Optimize the performance of Power BI Dataflows using best practices and diagnostics tools. Author(s) None Janicijevic is a seasoned expert in data analytics, specializing in Microsoft Power BI and Power Query. With years of experience in data engineering and a passion for teaching, None brings a clear, actionable, and results-driven approach to demystifying complex technical concepts. Their work empowers professionals with the tools they need to excel in data-driven decision-making. Who is it for? This book is designed for data analysts, business intelligence developers, and data engineers aiming to enhance their skills in data preparation using Power Query. If you have a basic understanding of Power BI and want to delve into integrating and optimizing data from multiple sources, this book is for you. It's ideal for professionals seeking practical insights and techniques to improve data transformations. Novices with some exposure to BI tools will also find the material accessible and rewarding.

"Microsoft Power BI Cookbook" is an advanced reference for professionals working with Power BI. Featuring over 90 practical, hands-on recipes, this book allows you to master Power BI for data modeling, creating dashboards, and optimizing queries. You will learn practical tips and techniques, enabling you to create effective and customized Power BI solutions for various business needs. What this Book will help me do Master advanced data cleansing and integration techniques in Power BI's Power Query Editor. Develop intuitive, efficient dashboards and reports using best practices for data visualization. Optimize performance for large datasets using aggregation tables and efficient query techniques. Implement sophisticated analysis and business logic using the power of DAX programming language. Deploy and manage Power BI solutions leveraging integration with Microsoft ecosystem tools. Author(s) Greg Deckler and None Powell are seasoned Power BI experts with extensive backgrounds in business intelligence and data solutions. Greg is a recognized Power BI consultant and author with a focus on delivering impactful BI solutions. None brings their experience in utilizing Power BI for diverse organizational needs. Together, they emphasize hands-on learning and actionable insights in their collaborative writing. Who is it for? This book is aimed at business intelligence professionals who already have a basic understanding of Power BI. Ideal readers are those seeking to deepen their knowledge of advanced features and apply best practices in their projects. Whether you're enhancing your existing Power BI skills or managing complex datasets, this book will provide the techniques and insights to excel in your role.

By reading "Data Analytics Made Easy," you'll gain a solid understanding of data analysis and visualization without requiring coding skills. This book emphasizes practical knowledge and use cases, covering storytelling, automation, machine learning, and business dashboards with tools like KNIME and Power BI. What this Book will help me do Understand the fundamentals of data analytics and how to leverage data for business insights. Create and automate data workflows using the no-code KNIME Analytics Platform. Develop interactive dashboards and data visualizations with Microsoft Power BI. Learn the basics of machine learning and how to apply models for business use. Enhance presentations and influence decisions through effective data storytelling. Author(s) None De Mauro is an experienced author and professional in the field of data analytics. Passionate about making complex topics approachable, None specializes in explaining technical concepts in simpler terms, ensuring readers can easily grasp and apply them in their work. Who is it for? This book is perfect for professionals or beginners who want to work with and interpret data effectively. Ideal for individuals in business roles or management positions looking to enhance their skills in data analytics and build a foundational understanding of machine learning and visualization.

"Empowering Organizations with Power Virtual Agents" is your go-to guide for learning to create intelligent, automated chatbots using Microsoft Power Platform. Whether it's managing customer queries or automating repetitive tasks, this book equips you with the knowledge to implement tangible solutions to enhance organizational efficiency. What this Book will help me do Learn to use Power Virtual Agents to deploy intelligent chatbots to public websites. Understand how to integrate Power Virtual Agents within the Microsoft Teams environment. Explore various business scenarios and implement practical automation solutions. Master the governance and best practices for utilizing Power Virtual Agents effectively. Discover in-depth integration techniques with the Microsoft Power Platform for a seamless workflow. Author(s) Nicolae Tarla is an experienced professional in the Microsoft Power Platform space, with years of expertise in developing automation and workflow solutions. His passion for simplifying complex systems into approachable tools is evident in his writing. With a deep understanding of Microsoft technologies, Nicolae brings a wealth of practical insights to help readers effectively utilize Power Virtual Agents. Who is it for? This book is ideal for functional consultants, business professionals, and citizen developers looking to automate front-line services using Power Virtual Agents. If you have a basic familiarity with Power Platform and Modern Workplace concepts, you'll be able to implement the hands-on examples to resolve real-world challenges. Readers aiming to create robust chatbot solutions for organizational use will find it highly beneficial.