Scribd
Upload
2 views2 pages

Power Query Removed

Power Query is a data connection technology that enables users to discover, connect, combine, and refine data from various sources for analysis. It supports data importing, transformation, and automation of data preparation processes, while ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) is a critical process for preparing data for analysis. Power Pivot is an in-memory data modeling tool that allows users to create relationships, perform calculations using DAX, and analyze large datasets efficiently.

Uploaded by

aravindgb11
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
2 views2 pages

Power Query Removed

Power Query is a data connection technology that enables users to discover, connect, combine, and refine data from various sources for analysis. It supports data importing, transformation, and automation of data preparation processes, while ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) is a critical process for preparing data for analysis. Power Pivot is an in-memory data modeling tool that allows users to create relationships, perform calculations using DAX, and analyze large datasets efficiently.

Uploaded by

aravindgb11
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
You are on page 1/ 2

Power Query

What is Power Query?

Power Query is a data connection technology that helps you discover, connect, combine, and
refine data sources to meet your analysis needs.

Uses

• Import data from multiple sources (Excel, databases, web, etc.)


• Clean and transform data (remove duplicates, filter rows, split columns)
• Automate data preparation steps to refresh with new data

Key Skills

Skill Description
Data Importing Connect to files, databases, web sources

Data Transformation Filter, sort, split columns, merge tables

Using M Language Write custom transformations using Power Query Formula Language (M)

Common Functions & Examples

Function Purpose Example


Remove Rows Remove unwanted rows Filter rows where Sales < 1000
Split Column Separate a column into parts Split "Full Name" into First & Last Name
Merge Queries Join two tables on keys Merge Employee and Department tables
Replace Values Replace incorrect data Replace nulls with 0 in Sales

What is ETL?
ETL stands for Extract, Transform, Load. It is a process used in data management to
prepare data for analysis or reporting.
Extract: This means pulling data from different sources like databases, Excel files, websites,
or cloud services.
Transform: This is where the data is cleaned and changed to fit your needs. For example,
removing errors, filtering rows, changing formats, or combining data from different sources.
Load: Finally, the cleaned and transformed data is loaded into a data storage system, like a
database or a data model, so it can be used for analysis and reporting.
Why ETL is important?
Because raw data is often messy and inconsistent, ETL helps make data reliable and useful
for decision-making.

Power Pivot
What is Power Pivot?

Power Pivot is an in-memory data modeling component that allows you to create data
models, build relationships, and perform powerful calculations.

Uses

• Create relationships between large datasets


• Build complex calculations using DAX
• Analyze data quickly using compressed data storage

Key Skills

Skill Description

Data Modeling Create relationships between tables

DAX Calculations Write measures and calculated columns

Performance Tuning Optimize large data models

Common Functions & Examples

Function Purpose Example

Fetch value from related Get Department name in Employee


RELATED()
table table

CALCULATE() Modify filter context Total Sales in South Region

DISTINCTCOUNT() Count unique values Number of unique customers

FILTER() Apply custom filters Sales > 10000 for specific product

You might also like