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### Power BI in Action: Bringing Data Insights to Life

Series Overview:
Welcome to the grand finale of our 3-part series, Data’s Journey: From Capture to Analytics. We’ve navigated the complexities of data capture in SQL, mastered the art of transformation with Power Query, and now we arrive at the final step: turning analysis-ready data into actionable insights. This session focuses on leveraging Power BI, Microsoft’s powerful business intelligence tool, to transform structured data into compelling, interactive visualizations that empower decision-making.
Session Overview:
In this third and final session, "Power BI in Action: Bringing Data Insights to Life," we’ll demonstrate how to unlock the full potential of your data by creating intuitive dashboards, dynamic reports, and advanced visualizations. Attendees will learn how to connect to prepared data sources, model relationships, and create reports that drive impactful business strategies. Whether you’re a seasoned data professional or a business user seeking to enhance your analytical skills, this session will provide the tools and techniques to take your data storytelling to the next level.
Speaker:
Richard Adams will lead this transformative session. With over 3 decades of experience in business intelligence and analytics, Richard has worked across industries to deliver data-driven insights. As a Power BI expert, he specializes in designing user-friendly dashboards that simplify complex datasets, enabling organizations to make data-backed decisions with confidence. Richard’s hands-on approach and real-world examples will help attendees see the practical applications of Power BI in any organization.
Session Goals:
By the end of this session, attendees will be able to:

• Understand the fundamental capabilities of Power BI and its role in the data lifecycle.
• Connect to and model relationships between datasets for seamless reporting.
• Design and build visually compelling dashboards and reports.
• Apply advanced Power BI features like DAX calculations and custom visuals.
• Share insights and collaborate using Power BI Service.

Topics Covered:

1. Power BI Essentials: Overview of the interface and key features.
2. Connecting Data Sources: Importing and integrating datasets into Power BI.
3. Data Modeling: Building relationships, hierarchies, and calculated fields.
4. Creating Visualizations: Using charts, maps, and custom visuals to tell a story.
5. Advanced Features: Introduction to DAX (Data Analysis Expressions) and drill-through functionality.
6. Publishing and Collaboration: Sharing reports securely with stakeholders via Power BI Service.

Who Should Attend:
This session is designed for anyone who works with data, including analysts, managers, and decision-makers who want to use Power BI to enhance their data-driven strategies.
Series Conclusion:
With this final session, you’ll complete the data journey—from capturing raw data to transforming it and presenting it in visually engaging formats.