How to create SVG DAX Measures in Power BI (Easy, step-by-step Tutorial with Sample File)
SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics) is a great way to add a bit of flavor and pizzazz to your boring Power BI reports. I have been using them for a while and really love how easy and fun they are to work with. So today, let me share the technique and provide sample measure code that […]
How to Create a Power BI Dashboard for Insurance Analytics (With Examples)
1. Introduction Insurance is a perfect industry for data analysis. There is plenty of data – right from lead generation to to underwriting to policy issuance to administration to claims processing. With a careful and well thought data strategy insurance companies can become profitable. Power BI makes data analysis in insurance space a breeze. Whether […]
New vs. Returning Customers Analysis with DAX [Easy Formulas]
DAX offers powerful way to analyze “new” vs. “returning” customers. In this article learn easy and simple DAX measure patterns to count number of new customers and number of returning customers from your data. What is a Returning Customer? A returning customer is someone who comes back to our business and does another transaction. For […]
Sales Analysis Dashboards with Power BI – 30+ Alternatives
Do you need inspiration for your upcoming Power BI sales dashboard? Well, I got you covered. In this page, let me present 33 alternatives for Sales Analytics Dashboards with Power BI.
Announcing Power BI Dashboard Contest (win $500 prizes!)
Hey there, I have a SUPER exciting announcement! April is about to get a whole lot sweeter with our Power BI Dashboard Contest! Your mission, should you choose to accept it: Craft the most EPIC dashboard for the Awesome Chocolates CEO with sales & financial insights! Winners stand a chance to score up to $500 in Amazon Gift Cards, plus some serious bragging rights!
Top 10 Power BI Interview Questions & Answers
I recently interviewed people for Power BI analyst roles and here are my top 10 favorite questions to assess the skills (with answer cues).
CP03: The Ugly Truth About Power BI (actually, 4 of them)
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Power BI is one of the most prominent data analytics technology out there.
Power BI is also one of the most marketed and hyped technology out there.
Unfortunately, both of these statements are true.
In a world where data is the buzz word, Power BI (or other similar platforms like Tableau) appeal to CXOs as panacea for all their data troubles.
But, just as any technology, Power BI too has it’s own shortcomings. So in this episode of my podcast, let’s uncover 4 ugly truths of Power BI.