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Sandielly Ortega Polanco
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Sandielly Ortega is a data enthusiast and Business Intelligence advocate, he combines programming expertise with Power BI proficiency to drive data-driven decision-making. With over 8 years of experience, he empowers businesses in various sectors, including hospitality and supply chain. Sandielly is also a content creator on YouTube, a speaker, and resides in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, with his family.
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Gogula Aryalingam has 18+ years of global experience in data analytics and business intelligence, Gogula is a data & AI architect at Fortude. He holds multiple Microsoft MVP awards and certifications, contributing significantly to the development of database and analytics certifications for Microsoft. Gogula is also an author and technical writer for various publications.
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Abu Bakar N. Alvi is a seasoned Product Manager and Project Management Professional with 23+ years of industry experience, Abu Bakar excels in leading cross-functional teams. Holding degrees in Computer Engineering and Satellite Communications, he's a Senior Digital Consultant and Microsoft Certified Trainer. Abu Bakar has earned global certifications, including recognition from the Government of Pakistan.
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Choosing the appropriate visual

As I mentioned in previous chapters, one of the skills every analyst should master is the ability to communicate through data. Within Power BI, we have a myriad of visual objects and charts that can help make storytelling much more effective. However, the success of effective communication will depend on the type of visual object you choose to display the results.

Firstly, Power BI provides a default list of visual objects that you can use in your report. However, you can also add elements from the Get more visuals option located in the highlighted area of Figure 8.10:

Figure 8.10: Power BI default visuals

Figure 8.10: Power BI default visuals

A solid understanding of each chart and its usage is crucial for a data analyst. Many companies take this matter seriously, and questions about this topic may arise during the interview process. So, keep this in mind and be well-prepared.

Bar charts

Bar charts are the most effective way to visually represent comparisons...

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Sandielly Ortega is a data enthusiast and Business Intelligence advocate, he combines programming expertise with Power BI proficiency to drive data-driven decision-making. With over 8 years of experience, he empowers businesses in various sectors, including hospitality and supply chain. Sandielly is also a content creator on YouTube, a speaker, and resides in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, with his family.
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Gogula Aryalingam

Gogula Aryalingam has 18+ years of global experience in data analytics and business intelligence, Gogula is a data & AI architect at Fortude. He holds multiple Microsoft MVP awards and certifications, contributing significantly to the development of database and analytics certifications for Microsoft. Gogula is also an author and technical writer for various publications.
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Abu Bakar Nisar Alvi

Abu Bakar N. Alvi is a seasoned Product Manager and Project Management Professional with 23+ years of industry experience, Abu Bakar excels in leading cross-functional teams. Holding degrees in Computer Engineering and Satellite Communications, he's a Senior Digital Consultant and Microsoft Certified Trainer. Abu Bakar has earned global certifications, including recognition from the Government of Pakistan.
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