🔥DAX stands for Data Analysis Expressions and is a formula language used in Power BI.
💡DAX is similar to formulas and functions in Microsoft Excel.
📊DAX allows you to perform complex calculations and create custom metrics.
🔢Measures are calculations that run across the data model in Power BI.
💰DAX can be used to analyze revenue, costs, and profits in Power BI.
What is DAX?
—DAX is a formula language used in Power BI for data analysis and creating calculations.
How is DAX different from Excel formulas?
—DAX is similar to Excel formulas but is specifically designed for Power BI and supports more advanced calculations.
What are measures in Power BI?
—Measures are calculations that run across the data model in Power BI and can be used to create custom metrics.
Can DAX be used for financial analysis?
—Yes, DAX can be used to analyze financial data such as revenue, costs, and profits in Power BI.
How can I learn DAX?
—There are various resources available online, including tutorials, documentation, and courses, to help you learn DAX and unlock its full potential in Power BI.
00:00In this video, Kevin introduces DAX and its use in Power BI.
03:18Kevin demonstrates how to create measures in Power BI using DAX.
09:29Kevin explains how to format measures and modify their names in Power BI.
12:38Kevin shows how to create more complex measures using operators and multiple calculations.
16:57Kevin discusses the importance of adding comments to measures for clarity and documentation.
