The Text.StartsWith() function in Power Query (M Language) is used to check if a text string starts with a specific substring. However, when you want to check if a text starts with any one of a range of values, you’ll need to slightly modify your approach because Text.StartsWith() natively handles only a single text value…
List.Transform function in Power Query (M language) is used to apply a specified transformation to each item in a list and produce a new list containing the results. It’s very similar to the concept of “map” in many programming languages, where you apply a function to each item in a collection. Basic Example of List.Tranform…
Welcome to the future of spreadsheet management! Whether you’re a seasoned Excel user or just starting to explore its vast capabilities, Microsoft’s Copilot is set to revolutionize the way you work. In this post, we’ll dive into how Copilot can significantly boost your productivity, allowing you to focus more on strategic business decisions rather than…
In many business scenarios, users need the ability to dynamically filter data based on their specific requirements. For instance, when working with sales data pulled from a SQL Server database into Excel, it can be extremely useful to let users define date ranges to view relevant data. Today, we’ll explore how you can enable this…
Welcome to our deep dive into using the Power BI REST API to push data from JSON files directly into a Power BI dataset. This tutorial is designed to guide even those new to APIs and Power BI through the process step-by-step, ensuring you can implement these techniques effortlessly. What is an API? API stands…
In Power BI, a disconnected table is a powerful tool that can enhance your data models by enabling dynamic and complex interactions without direct relationships with other tables. It’s particularly useful for scenarios like parameter selection or what-if analyses. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to use a disconnected table in Power BI, complete with…
Data Analysis Expressions (DAX) is a library of functions and operators that can be combined to build formulas and expressions in Power BI, Analysis Services, and Power Pivot in Excel. DAX is fundamental for data manipulation and advanced analytics within these Microsoft tools. For users looking to enhance reports and derive sophisticated insights, a solid…
Introduction Business Intelligence (BI) is the process of transforming data into information that can help businesses make better decisions. BI can help businesses understand their performance, identify opportunities, resolve problems, and optimize their strategies. BI can also help businesses gain a competitive edge in the market and improve customer satisfaction. SQL Server is a powerful…
You may be familiar with PowerApps as well as Power Automate if you’re involved with the Microsoft Office 365 ecosystem. Much of the functionality of two separate platforms, Microsoft PowerApps and Power Automate, is the same. Be mindful of the key distinctions between the two, though, so you can make an informed decision for your…
Data modeling forms the backbone of effective data analysis in Power BI. Choosing the right data model can significantly impact the insights derived from your data. Let’s explore various types of data models and their implications within Power BI. Star Schema The Star Schema is a fundamental dimensional model consisting of fact tables and dimension…