{"product_id":"the-definitive-guide-to-power-query-m-mastering-complex-data-transformation-with-power-query-9781837025251","title":"The Definitive Guide to Power Query (M): Mastering Complex Data Transformation with Power Query","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn how to use the Power Query M formula language and its functions effectively for better data modeling and impactful business intelligence reports.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eKey Features\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGet comprehensive coverage of fundamental and advanced Power Query concepts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGain hands-on experience with practical examples based on real-world problems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelve into the intricacies of Power Query M language for enhanced data manipulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eBook Description\u003cp\u003eData transformation is a critical step in building data models and business intelligence reports. Power Query is an invaluable tool for anyone who wants to master data transformation, and this book will equip you with the knowledge and skills to make the most of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Definitive Guide to Power Query (M) will help you build a solid foundation in the Power Query M language. As you progress through the chapters, you'll learn how to use that knowledge to implement advanced concepts and data transformations before going on a no-compromise 'deep dive' into the Power Query M language.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou'll also get to grips with optimizing performance, handling errors, and implementing efficient data processing techniques. As this is a hands-on guide, the practical examples in the chapters will help you gain the skills to apply Power Query to real-world problems and improve your data analysis capabilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBy the end of this book, you will be able to leverage all of Power Query's remarkable capabilities for data transformation\u003c\/p\u003eWhat you will learn\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGain a strong understanding of Power query fundamentals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaster various functions within Power Query to perform complex data operations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcquire knowledge about values, types, and control structures in Power Query\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDevelop proficiency in error handling techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn performance optimization strategies for Power Query\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply what you've learned to real-world scenarios, including common troublesome patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eWho this book is for\u003cp\u003eThis book is for business analysts, business intelligence professionals, and power business users working with data who want to add Power Query mastery to their resume. This book will be beneficial for anyone who wants to automate their process of data cleaning and save huge amount of time. 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Internationally recognized as an expert in Power BI, Greg Deckler is a Microsoft MVP for Data Platform and a superuser within the Power BI community with over 100,000 messages read, more than 11,000 replies, over 2,300 answers, and more than 75 entries in the Quick Measures Gallery. Greg founded the Columbus Azure ML and Power BI User Group (CAMLPUG) and presents at numerous conferences and events, including SQL Saturday, DogFood, and the Dynamic Communities User Group\/Power Platform Summit.\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eGroot, Rick de:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - Rick de Groot was born in the Netherlands and has been working in BI for more than 14 years. He went freelance in 2016 and now works as an independent Power BI consultant. On his mission to make Power BI more accessible, he started two blogs: BI Gorilla and PowerQuery. how, and a YouTube channel sharing Power Query and Power BI content. 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