R Visuals in Power BI
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SESSION OUTLINE:
Do you want to push the envelope of your visual reports? Do you need to visualize data beyond the default options included in Power BI? Utilizing the power of R visuals allow you to create more flexible and stunning reports.
This session will begin with a high level introduction to R and how to use R scripts as a data source. The advantages and limitations of leveraging R within Power BI will be covered throughout. Then, the fun part: developing R visuals within Power BI Desktop!
SPEAKER PROFILE:
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Joseph Yeates is currently a Data Analyst at a financial institution and holds an associate CAP designation. His responsibilities include crafting compelling data narratives, creating visual reports, and building predictive models through a variety of techniques. He uses Microsoft Power BI, SQL Server, and R Studio to model, manipulate, analyze, and visualize data. He regularly attends, and has previously spoken at, the Vancouver Power BI user group. A self-proclaimed data enthusiast, he is passionate about making data insights accessible to a wide array of users through visualization. Check out Joseph's blog at: http://feathersanalytics.com/about/
PRE-REGISTRATION IS MANDATORY:
Our room size is limited, so we need you to register in advance at our meetup site: https://www.meetup.com/Vancouver-Power-BI-User-Group/
TENTATIVE AGENDA (subject to change):
• 5:30pm-6:00pm Networking, Dinner & Soft Drinks
• 6:00pm-6:05pm Welcome & Introductions
• 6:05pm-6:55pm Feature Presentation
• 6:55pm-7:00pm Closing