Explore fundamentals of data visualization with Power BI
About this guide
Scenario
In this scenario, you’ll see how to use Microsoft Power BI Desktop to create a data model and a report containing interactive data visualizations.
Tasks and Job Skills
Task 1: Install Power BI Desktop
Task 2: Import data
Task 3: Explore a data model
Task 4: Create a report
As organizations around the world migrate solutions to the cloud, the ability to manage cloud-based data storage and processing opens diverse opportunities in numerous industries.
Career Connections
With the increasing demand for cloud-based solutions for data storage and processing, professionals with the skills from this series can pursue job prospects in roles such as Cloud Data Administrators, Data Analysts, Data Engineers, BI Developers, and Cloud Solution Architects, and Data Scientists.
As of 2025, average salaries for data-related roles in the United States range from $62,136 for entry-level Cloud Data Administrators to $156,322 for mid-career Data Scientists, with roles such as Data Analysts, Data Engineers, BI Developers, and Cloud Solution Architects offering competitive pay based on experience and qualifications. Please note that these figures are approximate, derived from online sources, and can vary based on factors such as location, industry, and company size.
