STANDARD (ONLINE) - TEAM TICKET

✔︎ What is “extract, transform, load,”?
✔︎ We’ll look at how this process works in Power Query and why it matters
✔︎ First steps for profiling and cleaning the data.

✔︎ How do you avoid memory-draining “Frankentables” and build relational data models and reports right from Excel?
✔︎ We’ll look at Power Pivot and DAX for data analysis in Excel

✔︎ What are dynamic array functions?
✔︎ Learn how to build quick, responsive formulas for easy analysis.

✔︎ Where is data analytics headed, and can Excel keep up?
✔︎ Learn how to use predictive analytics and artificial intelligence inside and outside of Excel to make the most of your data

✔︎ What is Python and why has it become the glue that binds today’s data analytics stack.
✔︎ Learn how to automate boring processes with Python
✔︎ Learn how to build compelling analyses with this programming language

✔︎ What is Power Query?
✔︎ Basic data loading
✔︎ Power Query editor overview
✔︎ Type of values

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✔︎ Exploring queries and steps
✔︎ Basic data cleaning and transformation (removing columns & rows, filtering data, sorting, etc.)
✔︎ Practical example

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✔︎ Removing duplicates and handling nulls
✔︎ Text transformation
✔︎ Date and time values
✔︎ Query load
✔︎ Practical example

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✔︎ Data aggregation
✔︎ Merging and appending queries basics
✔︎ Different options for adding columns
✔︎ Pivoting and unpivoting data
✔︎ Practical example

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✔︎ Key takeaways
✔︎ Addressing frequently asked questions
✔︎ Interactive Q&A session

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‍Check out the introductory keynotes from Microsoft and world-renowned MVP Leila Gharani. Software developers showcase add-ins that transcend Excel's limitations, plus robust panel discussions and expert insights complete the Tech & Innovation Track!

✔︎ Keynote by Microsoft: Transforming Excel through research and AI
✔︎ Keynote by Leila Gharani
✔︎ Actionable Data Storytelling in Excel with Zebra AI
✔︎ AI: Sorting fact from fiction
✔︎ Python in Excel: First Steps
✔︎ Teaching Excel with AI
✔︎ Is AI taking over the role of the data analyst?
✔︎ How to build re-usable Excel automations with AI
✔︎ Empowering learners to Excel with digital skills certifications
✔︎ Kids meet spreadsheets
✔︎ Corporate charts inspired by social media
✔︎ ChatGPT: Match Made in Heaven or Hell..?
✔ Turn Excel models into Web apps: features, sharing, monetization
✔ Panel discussion: The future of Excel in an AI world
✔ Panel discussion: Does being Excel-certified matter?

Harness the power of Excel and Power BI for budgeting, forecasting, and modelling. You'll master dashboards, P&L statements, and learn to build bullet-proof models that won't disintegrate!
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✔ Client's perspectives on quality — lessons from a career in financial modelling and what that means for the future
✔ Dynamic Arrays - A financial modelling game changer
✔Upgrading financial modelling — how, who, and why?
✔ Fivecasting: One Better than Forecasting
✔ A bank’s perspective on Excel and AI

Showcase your data with insightful visuals and learn the secrets of presenting it for effective communication. You'll also create custom charts, intuitive analytic experiences, and write DAX expressions for true flexibility!
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✔ Is this an Excel chart?!? - 5 ways to take your boring charts to the NEXT Level
✔ Interactive Data Visualisation for decision support using Excel
✔ How to create an intuitive analytic experience in Excel using Script Labs
✔ Dynamic dashboard creation for KPI reporting using Power BI

Expand your understanding of Power Query, Power Pivot, Power BI, and Power Automate. You'll arm yourself with the latest time-saving functionalities, powerful visualisations & expert techniques.
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✔ Why use Power Query to solve practical data cleaning problems?
✔ 5 Things every Excel user should know about Power BI
✔ Using Git in Power BI for effective teamwork and version control
✔ Overcoming real-world problems with Power BI
✔ Power Query on Excel for Mac

Discover the Excel hacks and best practices that empower you to do more with less. Whether it's formulas, keyboard shortcuts, or named ranges, you'll turbocharge your workflow!
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✔ Optimising the Monetisation of Spreadsheets
✔ LAMBDA - There is no stopping you
✔The *NEVER SEEN* Tips & Tricks by Bob Umlas
✔ Converting spreadsheets into web apps; 3 apps in fifteen minutes
✔ 5 ways for analysts to leverage 'Analyze Data’ in Excel
✔Combine Data in Excel Like A Pro
✔ Why VLOOKUP when there is Power Query?

Discover the Excel hacks and best practices that empower you to do more with less. Whether it's formulas, keyboard shortcuts, or named ranges, you'll turbocharge your workflow!
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✔ Excel Analytics 2.0 with George Mount
✔ Designing and Building Interactive Dashboards in Excel with Ann K. Emery
✔ Advanced Data Cleaning Using M in Power Query with Chandeep Chhabra