What will I learn?

This session covers more advanced use of DAX including IF, CALCULATE, FILTER, ALL.  Calculating percent of totals, using DAX to remove repeating values and create dynamic text.

You’ll also learn to use DAX formulas that reference more than one table.

We also take a detailed look at date calculations and the important associated time intelligence functions.

This session is designed to complement our DAX sprint but can also be run independently.

The session is designed for users who are confident at creating basic DAX formulas and building Power BI reports but want to extend their knowledge to working with for more complex DAX formulas including time-intelligence calculations.

It would be helpful if the user had a basic understanding of how a data model works.

  • Further DAX and Working with Dates
    • A closer look at CALCULATE related functions
    • Modifying the filter context in a DAX formula
    • What a dates table is & why you need one
    • Learn about DAX Time Intelligence functions and how to use them in financial reports.
    • How to modify the dates table so you can establish a custom reporting year (for example, starting in April).
Meet the trainer

Paul Watson

Paul brings a wealth of understanding and knowledge, specialising in technical training and development in Excel, Power BI and Access.

Paul is enthusiastic about realising what “software can do for people” and has excellent, communication, presentation and organisational skills. His knowledge with IT systems has been gained both academically and through more than 20 years practical experience in the industry. His strengths are demonstrated as both an IT trainer and as a developer – designing solutions for clients within popular commercial applications, and often training users on these applications.

As well as capabilities to advanced level in all the Microsoft Office Applications, Paul is very experienced in tailoring bespoke programming courses, for example in Excel or Power BI, to suit the needs of specific classes. Experience ranges from public scheduled courses to closed corporate training sessions for major financial institutions, digital marketing, e-commerce, social media.

Paul often works on application development projects developing essential systems in marketing, finance, forecasting and financial planning. These practical projects give Paul crucial practical experience for the training room.

Outside of work Paul likes to make best use of all the good things London has to offer – theatre, art galleries, eating out (especially), bars, clubs and the occasional visit to the opera. When he manages to escape out of London, Paul likes country/coastal walks (sounds healthy but there’s usually a pub visit along the way!)

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What’s Included in Our Sprints?

We pride ourselves on delivering first class training that meets your staff’s needs. Here’s what to expect:

  • Your own booking specialist to help you choose the best training for your needs.
  • A choice of online or face to face training, delivered by our friendly and highly experienced trainers.
  • Free pre-course IT skills assessments to help establish which level of training is required.
  • Lots of interaction and practical examples to keep everyone focused and to embed learning.
  • Post-training support from certificates, user guides, workbooks and a summary of the delegate feedback.

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