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Adding Dynamic (Model Refresh) Names to Field Parameters!

Learn how to add dynamic names (labels) to Field Parameters! During model refreshes the names will update based on specified logic. Which can be very useful for applying time intelligence labels, or other label logic that would benefit from changes during the model refresh cycle. Tune in to learn more! ๐Ÿ˜Ž

Video by: Reid Havens

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Changing Columns & Measures in Visuals Easily with Field Parameters!

Learn about the new Field Parameters feature in Power BI desktop, and how it can be utilized to easily create user selectable (dynamic) columns and measures that can be used in ANY visual within a report. Creating advanced visuals with dynamic axis and metric selections! Whatโ€™s even better is how incredibly easy this is to setup, with no advanced modeling or setup required! Tune in to learn more.

Video by: Reid Havens

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(Livestream Replay) How to Aggregate Large Datasets in Power BI - with Tristan Malherbe

In this session, Tristan Malherbe (Microsoft Data Platform MVP) will show you how you can leverage Power BI aggregations to analyze big volumes of data in Power BI. Tristan will illustrate the power of Aggregations with the famous New York City Taxi dataset.

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Tristan Malherbe is the Founder of Data Pulse and a Microsoft Data Platform MVP since 2017. He is also the co-founder and current co-leader of the French Power BI User Group in France (Club Power BI). His favorite topics are: advanced data modelling, DAX, Data Visualization & performance tuning.

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Posted on November 2, 2021 and filed under Livestreams, Data Modeling.

Implementing Different Date Table Hierarchy Types in Power BI

Video by: Reid Havens

Learn about two primary Hierarchy types you can implement on a Date Table in Power BI. I consider it a best practice to include dependent and independent date hierarchies, which can impact how users want to navigate the hierarchy controls in visuals.

Posted on August 31, 2021 and filed under Beginner, Data Modeling.