This course is designed to span approximately four weeks each week comprising of roughly 4 hours each, encompassing a diverse range of learning materials and activities. Throughout this course, learners will engage with various educational resources, including video content on the Power BI with Microsoft SQL Server, reading materials to deepen understanding, graded quizzes to assess comprehension, and thought-provoking discussion prompts to encourage collaborative learning and critical thinking.

Yes, you will need a Power BI Pro subscription for this course. You can obtain a 60-day trial of Power BI Pro using an onmicrosoft account. This subscription is essential for accessing advanced features, collaborative tools, and sharing reports.

The SQL Server Developer edition from Microsoft is freely available for development and testing purposes. While offering the same features and capabilities as the Enterprise edition, it is licensed exclusively for use in development and testing environments.

Microsoft SQL Server excels in Power BI applications by providing robust data management capabilities that ensure efficient storage and retrieval. It supports complex queries, enhances processing speed, and optimizes Power BI dashboards and reports, delivering a seamless and high-performance data analytics experience.

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• The course may not offer an audit option. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid.

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When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free.

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