Practical Dimensional Modeling Tips

Abstract:

A well-built data model accurately and clearly represents a business process, and provides a versatile platform for reporting development. In this presentation, we’ll examine common situations in dimensional modeling that arise and provide some best practices on how to represent them in your model.

Speaker Bio:

Phil Guevara is a consultant specializing in information management and analytics. His background is in database development, ETL processes, and reporting. He has spent the last several years supporting OLTP and data warehousing systems across various business sectors including Retail, Marketing, and Medical information.

Agenda:

• 5:00-5:30pm: Sign-in & network
• 5:30-5:45pm: Announcements & Intro
• 5:45-6:45pm: Presentation
• 6:45-7:00pm: Q&A, wrap-up, clean-up

Sponsor:

Slalom is providing the venue, pizza and drinks!

Parking:

There is a parking lot (and underground garage) on the west side of the building. Parking is FREE.