Developing SQL 2016 Data Models (SSAS) Course Overview
The 'Developing SQL 2016 Data Models (SSAS) Course Overview' by Microsoft equips professionals with essential skills to design and implement effective data models using SQL Server Analysis Services. This course is crucial for data analysts, BI developers, and database administrators seeking to enhance their data modeling capabilities, enabling informed decision-making and optimized data analysis within organizations.
Course outline & what you'll learn
- Introduction to Data Modeling and SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS)
Overview of SSAS
- Importance of Data Models
- Types of Data Models in SSAS
- Designing and Implementing Tabular Data Models
- Understanding Tabular vs. Multidimensional Models
- Creating Tabular Data Models
- Configuring Data Sources and Relationships
- Developing Measures and Calculated Columns
- Introduction to DAX (Data Analysis Expressions)
- Creating Measures in SSAS
- Implementing Calculated Columns
- Implementing Data Security
- Understanding Row-Level Security
- Configuring Security Roles
- Implementing User Access Controls
- Deploying and Managing SSAS Solutions
- Deployment Strategies for SSAS Projects
- Managing SSAS Instances and Databases
- Monitoring Performance and Usage
- Advanced Data Modeling Techniques
- Implementing Hierarchies and Perspectives
- Working with KPIs (Key Performance Indicators)
- Optimizing Data Models for Performance
- Best Practices for Data Model Development
- Guidelines for Effective Data Modeling
- Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them
- Documenting and Maintaining Data Models
- Capstone Project
- Developing a Comprehensive Data Model
- Presenting the Data Model and Insights
- Peer Review and Feedback Session
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