Topic: Data modeling
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Using ALLSELECTED with no arguments in a remote model later used in a composite model might produce unexpected results. In this article we examine the topic and provide the reasons why ALLSELECTED requires special attention. Read more
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This video explains how composite models and calculation groups work together. Indeed, they might show a very unique behavior that a good DAX developer must understand well to build sound models. Watch now
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In composite models, any query can be executed on the remote model (wholesale execution) or by mixing local and remote engines together (retail execution). This video describes the differences between the wholesale and retail modes in composite models. Watch now
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Analyze and measure the performance of an alternative data modeling solution suggested by Daniel Otykier (author of Tabular Editor) regarding the article Different options to model many-to-many relationships in Power BI and Tabular. Which solution is faster? Or “it depends”?… Watch now
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SQLBI is now offering a new Data Modeling video course: Introduction to Data Modeling for Power BI. This article describes which users will benefit from this learning experience the most, and how to enroll in the course. Read more
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If you import more than one table into Power BI or Power Pivot, you have a data model. When you have more than one table, you usually have relationships between tables. When you analyze data, you often have many choices… Read more
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I have a long experience in working on reporting systems based on semantic models. Now we call them “self-service BI”, but the principles are the same we had in DSS (decision support system), OLAP (on-line analytical processing), and many other… Read more
