The journey of learning DAX for a Power BI Pro is quite a unique one. On one hand, the formulas seem straightforward enough, like Excel. On the other, it is a rite of passage to fail miserably not understanding how or why your DAX is showing what it shows.

The guys share their own stories on what pillars, hurdles, and methods they have experienced along the way learning, understanding, and mastering DAX over the years. From first learning resources to common missteps, join the podcast as they share their best recommendations for anyone along the path.

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Resources from Today's Call:

SQL Gene's Why DAX is a PITA

Books

Definitive Guide to DAX, 2nd Edition (Marco Russo & Alberto Ferrari)

Power Pivot & Power BI: The Excel User's Guide to DAX (Rob Collie)

Beginning DAX with Power BI: The SQL Pro’s Guide to Better Business Intelligence (Phillip Seamark)

Pro DAX with Power BI: Business Intelligence with PowerPivot and SQL Server Analysis Services Tabular (Phillip Seamark)

Tools / Resources

DAX.do

DAX.guide

SQLBI.com

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