Microsoft Power BI Private

Power BI: Connecting to Data (PBIS-CON)

3 hours
Microsoft Power BI

This half-day session explores multiple methods for connecting to data in Power BI Desktop, including connecting to folders and various file types.

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Course Overview

This half-day session explores multiple methods for connecting to data in Power BI Desktop, including connecting to folders and various file types. Students will use the Append tool in the Power Query Editor to consolidate data from multiple sources into a single, unified dataset.

Course Benefits

  • Connecting to different file types
  • Connecting to folders
  • Using the Append tool in Power Query Editor
  • Reviewing and validating consolidated data

Delivery Methods

Private Class
Delivered for your team at your site or online.

Course Outline

  • Connect to a variety of data sources and file types
  • Use folder connections to build scalable, low-maintenance imports
  • Append data from multiple files into one unified table
  • Understand how combined data flows into your Power BI reports

Class Materials

Each student receives a comprehensive set of materials, including course notes and all class examples.

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