ICEICT I Workshops

The conference will start with its pre-conference workshop titled “Data-driven research : Leveraging Power BI for enhanced analysis” on 23.07.2024 (Tuesday). The workshop will be conducted with hands-on training. In the realm of research, the ability to visualize and analyze data effectively is crucial for drawing meaningful conclusions and making informed decisions. This hands-on workshop is designed to empower researchers with the skills to harness Microsoft Power BI, a leading data visualization and business intelligence tool, to transform their research data into compelling insights. Please note that there is NO REGISTRATION FEES for the conference registered participants. Any number of authors from a registered paper shall attend the workshop and all participants will get a participation certificate. Free working lunch will be provided to all the participants. This workshop will be offered only for physical participation.

Workshop Abstract

In the realm of research, the ability to visualize and analyze data effectively is crucial for drawing meaningful conclusions and making informed decisions. This hands-on workshop is designed to empower researchers with the skills to harness Microsoft Power BI, a leading data visualization and business intelligence tool, to transform their research data into compelling insights.

Workshop Overview
This comprehensive workshop will guide participants through the essential features and advanced capabilities of Power BI, enabling them to create interactive visualizations and perform sophisticated data analyses. Through practical exercises and real-world examples, researchers will learn to leverage Power BI to enhance their research methodologies and outcomes. The session details as followsBusiness Analytics course can be beneficial to a wide range of individuals across various industries and roles. Data visualization using power BI is accessible to individuals without a coding background. The course content can be tailored to different skill levels, making it suitable for different target audiences.

Here are some potential target audiences for this course:

1. Students and Academics
2. Faculty and Research Scholars
3. Business Professionals (Managers, Executives, Project Managers)
4. Data Analysts and Data Scientists
5. Entrepreneurs and Start-up Founders
6. Anyone Curious About Data Visualization

The course can be adapted to the specific needs and skill levels of each of these target audiences, ensuring that participants gain relevant skills that align with their goals and roles.

Course Content
Power BI fundamentals: What is Power BI?
Power BI Components overview
Power BI Architecture
Installing and setting up Power BI Desktop.

Data Extraction
Overview of Power BI desktop
Data sources in Power BI
Using files (excel, pdf, csv, etc.) as a data source
Introduction of power query editor
Building a Simple Report

DATA TRANSFORMATION – SHAPING & COMBINING DATA
Loading and transforming data using power Query
Shaping data using Power Query Editor
Formatting data
Transformation of data
Understanding of Data types
Data modelling with power pivot
Creating relationship between tables.
Advanced data transformation using power Query
Handling missing data and errors
Merging and appending queries
Visualization
Introduction to Power BI visuals
Creating basic charts: bar charts, line charts, and pie charts
Formatting and customizing visuals
Interactive dashboards and reports
Hands on: case study

Throughout the workshop, participants will have hands-on experience with Power BI, Case Studies and exercises to enhance their data visualization skills and techniques.

Resource person details

Name

Ms.K KOMALA DEVI

Designation

I &E Head, Department of ISE, CMRIT, Bengaluru

Experience

15+ years of teaching experience and 3 years’ of experience of handling sessions in the field of Data Visualization and Analytics. Conducted multiple training sessions and workshops on Power BI for various organizations and educational institutions.

Skills

1. Proficient in Microsoft Power BI suits of products.

2. Strong understanding of Data visualization and Data Analysis using tools like Power BI.

3. Excellent presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts in a clear and engaging manner.

4. Passionate about empowering others with the knowledge and skills to leverage transform knowledge on technology effectively.