SQL POWER BI tutorial request

[shavish]

I have a current project of getting data from SQL database through direct query and creating dashboard. Also i need to create slicers that need to change the data dynamically. Please provide training links, tips and tricks. I tried finding online videos but nothing was helpful. Thank you. 

[Dineshyad · Accepted solution]

Hi @shavish 

Can you please go through the below link.

https://youtu.be/CNIA1_J6Gvg?si=hX_2eTCSXzTXJcks

https://youtu.be/pFfWesNmE-o?si=jBpgJobQ3rr52LM4

Thanks

[v-ssriganesh]

Hi @shavish,
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[v-ssriganesh]

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[v-ssriganesh · Accepted solution]

Hi @shavish,
Thank you for bringing your query to the Microsoft Fabric Community Forum. Also, a big thank you to @Dineshyad for providing those helpful video links.

To get you rolling, here are some official Microsoft resources tailored to your project:

• Check out the Direct Query model guidance in Power BI Desktop guide here:
  https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/power-bi/connect-data/desktop-directquery-about
  • This walks you through setting up the connection and includes tips for optimizing performance.
    
    
• For slicers that update your data interactively, the Slicers in Power BI doc is a great starting point:
  https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/power-bi/visuals/power-bi-visualization-slicers
  • It covers the basics of slicer setup and customization.
    
    
• If you want your slicers to filter the SQL query itself (super useful for Direct Query), explore Dynamic M Query Parameters:
  https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/power-bi/connect-data/desktop-dynamic-m-query-parameters
  • This lets you tie slicer selections directly to your database queries for faster results.
    
    
• To keep your dashboard snappy, consider using aggregations in your SQL database. The Direct Query guide above touches on this t can make a big difference with large datasets.
  
  

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[v-ssriganesh]

Hi @shavish,
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[Dineshyad · Accepted solution]

Hi @shavish 

Can you please go through the below link.

https://youtu.be/CNIA1_J6Gvg?si=hX_2eTCSXzTXJcks

https://youtu.be/pFfWesNmE-o?si=jBpgJobQ3rr52LM4

Thanks