Curious about Power BI but don’t know where to begin? This hands-on session is your perfect starting point! Whether you're stepping into the world of data for the first time or finally opening that Power BI Desktop icon, this workshop will walk you through the essentials in a fun, beginner-friendly way.

This workshop will also set you up for a successful conference! You’ll walk in with confidence and a foundational understanding of the tool(s), making it easier to choose sessions that are right for your learning goals and interests.

Session Agenda:
1. Intro & Essentials: Understand what Power BI is and how it fits into the data ecosystem
2. Data Prep & Modeling: Learn to clean, shape, and model data using Power Query and relationships
3. Building & Designing Reports: Create visuals, apply formatting tips, and ensure accessibility
4. Next Steps: Get introduced to the PL-300 certification path

Walk away with:
1. A fully built Power BI report (that you made!)
2. Exercise files to practice even after the session
3. A starter guide to PL-300 certification

Pre-Requisites:
To get the most out of this workshop, make sure you:
1. Laptop (Don’t forget the charger)
2. Have Power BI Desktop installed (it’s free!)
3. Download the workshop ZIP file (we’ll send it before the session- it includes datasets, background images, and other goodies!)