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Which In-Memory Analytics Engine is Used in Power Pivot?

Which In-Memory Analytics Engine is Used in Power Pivot?

Time is money. You know this; that’s why you use Power Pivot to optimize your data analysis. But what makes it so effective? Knowing more about the in-memory analytics engine behind Power Pivot can give you an insight into how to make it work better for you.

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What Is Power BI Designer?

What Is Power BI Designer?

Microsoft’s Power BI can ensure your unique data modeling needs are met. But when you are just starting out, it may be overwhelming to know which options are best for you. You’ve heard of Power BI Designer, but what exactly is it? How does it differ from Power BI Services, and which o …

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What's the Difference Between Calculated Columns, Calculated Tables, and Measures?

What's the Difference Between Calculated Columns, Calculated Tables, and Measures?

Power BI provides report creators with a variety of methods for calculating and modeling data. Some commonly helpful tools include calculated columns, calculated tables, and measures.

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What Are the Most Common Power BI Data Shaping Techniques?

What Are the Most Common Power BI Data Shaping Techniques?

Raw data is raw potential. It holds the key to a lot of insight, but until you shape that data and report it, it can’t communicate much.

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What is Z Order in Power BI?

What is Z Order in Power BI?

As a report creator using Power BI Desktop, you have a lot of decisions to make about your visuals. While your data itself may not change, the way that you arrange it can make a big difference in how your team members understand and respond to it.

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