Mastering Power BI: Unlock the Full Potential of Paginated Report Parameters

In this detailed tutorial, Manuel Quintana, Training Manager at Certlibrary, explores the powerful functionality of paginated reports in Power BI, with a special focus on working with report parameters using the Power Query Editor. This guide reveals how to simplify parameter setup, manage dynamic filtering, and overcome some of the current limitations in Power BI’s… Read More

Calculate Mileage in Power Apps Using Bing Maps

In this Power Apps tutorial, discover how to integrate Bing Maps to automatically calculate mileage between two locations. This solution was inspired by a real-world use case during a Power Platform hackathon with a team from Tennessee. Their request? A way to automatically track the distance traveled by IT technicians from one job site to… Read More

Enhance Power BI Reports with the Play Axis Custom Visual

If you’re looking to add interactive animation to your Power BI dashboards, the Play Axis custom visual is an excellent tool to consider. In this tutorial, Devin Knight demonstrates how the Play Axis visual can create dynamic, time-based animations across your reports—allowing users to view data trends over time without manually changing filters. The Power… Read More

Supercharge Your Power BI Skills with the Ultimate DAX Functions Cheat Sheet

Tired of digging through countless forums and documentation just to find the right DAX function for your Power BI dashboard? Certlibrary has created the ultimate solution for you—a downloadable and printable DAX Functions Cheat Sheet that puts the most essential functions right at your fingertips. For professionals working with Power BI, mastering DAX (Data Analysis… Read More

Leverage the Smart Narrative Visual with Copilot in Power BI for Enhanced AI Reporting

In this Power BI tutorial, Angelica Choo Quan guides users through one of the most transformative AI tools in Power BI—the Smart Narrative visual. Whether you’re summarizing a single chart or building a report-wide executive overview, the Smart Narrative visual—especially when paired with Copilot—can reveal hidden insights, trends, and key takeaways in seconds. Understanding the… Read More

Mastering the SUMIFS Function in Excel for Smarter Data Analysis

The SUMIFS function represents one of Excel’s most powerful tools for data analysis, enabling users to sum values based on multiple criteria simultaneously. Unlike its simpler counterpart SUMIF, this function allows you to apply several conditions across different ranges, making it indispensable for complex business reporting and financial analysis. The syntax follows a logical pattern… Read More

Build Dynamic Measures in Power BI Service Using Visual Calculations

In this tutorial, Greg Trzeciak from Certlibrary explores a powerful new feature in Power BI—the ability to create measures through visual calculations directly within the Power BI Service. This enhancement empowers users to build and modify calculations without needing to open Power BI Desktop, allowing for faster report development and real-time data insights. Understanding Visual… Read More

Harnessing the Full Potential of Microsoft Copilot: Features, Setup Guide, and Key Updates

In this detailed guide, Devin Knight introduces the newest features of Microsoft Copilot, showcasing how this AI-powered assistant is now accessible to individuals and businesses of any size. Let’s explore the latest enhancements and walk through the steps to activate Copilot in your Microsoft 365 environment. Related Exams: Microsoft MB2-711 Microsoft Dynamics CRM 2016 Installation… Read More

Microsoft Power BI Named a Leader in 2020 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Analytics and BI Platforms

Microsoft Power BI has once again been recognized as a top-tier solution in the analytics and business intelligence (ABI) space, securing its position as a Leader in the 2020 Gartner Magic Quadrant for BI and Analytics Platforms. This marks the 13th consecutive year that Microsoft has been acknowledged for its innovation, performance, and enterprise-wide impact.… Read More

Build an Employee Directory with PowerApps and Office 365

In this PowerApps tutorial, Brian Knight from Certlibrary walks you through how to build a dynamic employee directory using PowerApps and the Office 365 Users connector. This directory serves as the foundation for a future “shout out” app to recognize employees—a project that began with whiteboarding and mockups in Balsamiq with the HR team. This… Read More