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Data Connectors in Power BI

Learn how to connect Power BI to a variety of data sources with Emily Taylor. This course covers step-by-step guides for linking spreadsheets, databases, cloud platforms, and more—so you can start building reports right away.

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Course Description

In Data Connectors in Power BI, instructor Emily Taylor walks you through how to connect Power BI to a wide range of data sources. From spreadsheets and databases to online services and cloud platforms, this course is a hands-on guide to bringing your data into Power BI quickly and correctly. Whether you're a beginner or just want a refresher, this course helps you get your connections right the first time. Each module focuses on a specific type of connector, showing you the step-by-step process to connect, load, and start working with your data. Emily also highlights tips for navigating authentication, transforming incoming data, and ensuring your setup is reliable. By the end, you’ll be ready to work confidently with data from just about anywhere.

Course Outline ( Free Preview)

Module 00 - What You Need to Get Started

Module 01 - Introduction

Module 02 - Connecting to a SQL Server

Module 03 - Connecting to a Blank Query 4 min.

Module 04 - Connecting to a CSV 3 min.

Module 05 - Connecting to a Folder 7 min.

Module 06 - Connecting to a Live Semantic Model 6 min.

Module 07 - Connecting to a Microsoft Access Database 4 min.

Module 08 - Connecting to a SharePoint Folder 14 min.

Module 09 - Connecting to a SharePoint List 8 min.

Module 10 - Connecting to a Website 11 min.

Module 11 - Connecting to Dataverse 7 min.

Module 12 - Connecting to an Excel File 2 min.

Module 13 - Connecting to Google Sheets 4 min.

Module 14 - Connecting to JSON File and Web 6 min.

Module 15 - Connecting to Salesforce 2 min.

Module 16 - Connecting to Snowflake 4 min.

Module 17 - Connecting to Your Outlook Calendar 5 min.

This course includes:

  • 1+ hours of training
  • 18 Modules
  • Beginner level content
  • Access on mobile and browser
  • Certificate of Completion