Summary  
This chapter explains how to download an application installer from a vendor’s website, choose the appropriate language and system architecture, and run the installer to complete setup.  

General domain of usage  
Business intelligence and data visualization

Before getting started with **Power BI**, we need to install it and set up our environment. To do this, you should first visit the <a 
href="https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/power-platform/products/power-bi/downloads"
target="_blank"
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onmouseout="this.style.color='#d27204'">Power BI Desktop download page</a>
 on the official Microsoft website and follow the instructions in the video below:





Power BI is an essential tool for any aspiring data analyst or business professional. Learn how to transform raw data into insightful visualizations and interactive dashboards, connect to various data sources, and create compelling reports for informed decision-making.

Dive into the world of Power BI and build a solid foundation. You'll cover everything from installation and setup to connecting data sources and creating your first report.

Explore essential data preparation techniques, including cleaning, transforming, and combining multiple data sources. You'll also tackle handling missing values, data profiling, and various data manipulation methods.


Master the fundamentals of data modeling, from understanding data models and creating relationships to getting the hang of DAX basics. You'll also learn to create measures and calculated columns.


Discover various visualization techniques and customize visuals for better insights. You'll also explore advanced features like slicers, filters, and drill-down/drill-through capabilities to enhance your data analysis.


Boost the usability and storytelling power of your reports by using themes, configuring report pages, and leveraging advanced features like the Analyze feature and identifying outliers. You'll also create groups, bins, and clusters for deeper insights.


Installation and Setup

Awesome!

Installation and Setup