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Ingest and Transform Data by Using Power BI - DP-500

Power BI Reports are a great way for your data to tell a story, but everything starts with properly obtaining the data. This course will teach you how to ingest and transform external data with Power BI, as preparation for the DP-500 exam.

Emilio Melo - Pluralsight course - Ingest and Transform Data by Using Power BI - DP-500
by Emilio Melo
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What you'll learn

The end result of a Power BI dashboard is beyond visually appealing, but everything starts with proper data ingestion and preparation. In this course, Ingest and Transform Data by Using Power BI - DP-500, you’ll learn to use the Power Query feature of Power BI to properly obtain and prepare your data. First, you’ll explore the various data connectors available. Next, you’ll discover how to properly connect to external data for your needs. Finally, you’ll learn how to utilize features of the Power BI service to obtain your data. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of data gathering and preparation needed for the exam DP-500.

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Emilio Melo - Pluralsight course - Ingest and Transform Data by Using Power BI - DP-500
Emilio Melo

With over 20 years of experience on Microsoft infrastructure, data and collaboration software, Emilio Melo has a newly found passion and enthusiasm for the incredible potential of the cloud.

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