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Explicit Measures Podcast

79: The Most Important DAX Functions In Power BI

Feb 1, 2022
01:02:48

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Quick takeaways

  • Iterator functions in DAX, like SUMX and COUNTX, enable advanced calculations by iterating over tables and modifying filter context.
  • Time intelligence functions in DAX, such as YEAR-TO-DATE and SAMEPERIODLASTYEAR, are crucial for date-related calculations and dynamic time frames analysis.

Deep dives

Understanding the importance of iterator functions in DAX

Iterator functions in DAX, such as SUMX and COUNTX, allow for iterating over tables and performing row-level calculations. These functions are important as they enable the modification and transformation of filter context, leading to more advanced calculations.

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