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# Power BI Resources for Awesome Copilot
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This collection provides comprehensive Power BI guidance, best practices, and expert assistance through specialized chatmodes, detailed instructions, and practical prompts. All content is based on Microsoft's official Power BI guidance and industry best practices.
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## 🎯 Overview
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These Power BI resources are designed to help developers, analysts, and business users create effective, performant, and maintainable Power BI solutions. The resources cover everything from DAX formula optimization to report design best practices and performance troubleshooting.
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## 📁 Resource Organization
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### 🤖 Chatmodes (Expert Assistance)
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Specialized AI assistants for different aspects of Power BI development:
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- **[power-bi-dax-expert.chatmode.md](../chatmodes/power-bi-dax-expert.chatmode.md)** - Expert DAX formula guidance, optimization, and best practices
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- **[power-bi-data-modeling-expert.chatmode.md](../chatmodes/power-bi-data-modeling-expert.chatmode.md)** - Data model design, star schema, and relationship optimization
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- **[power-bi-visualization-expert.chatmode.md](../chatmodes/power-bi-visualization-expert.chatmode.md)** - Report design, chart selection, and user experience optimization
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- **[power-bi-performance-expert.chatmode.md](../chatmodes/power-bi-performance-expert.chatmode.md)** - Performance troubleshooting, optimization, and monitoring
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### 📚 Instructions (Comprehensive Guidance)
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Detailed best practices and implementation guides:
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- **[power-bi-dax-best-practices.instructions.md](../instructions/power-bi-dax-best-practices.instructions.md)** - Complete DAX development guidelines with advanced patterns
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- **[power-bi-data-modeling-best-practices.instructions.md](../instructions/power-bi-data-modeling-best-practices.instructions.md)** - Data modeling standards and optimization techniques
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- **[power-bi-report-design-best-practices.instructions.md](../instructions/power-bi-report-design-best-practices.instructions.md)** - Report design and visualization guidelines
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- **[power-bi-security-rls-best-practices.instructions.md](../instructions/power-bi-security-rls-best-practices.instructions.md)** - Row-Level Security, dynamic security, and governance patterns
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- **[power-bi-devops-alm-best-practices.instructions.md](../instructions/power-bi-devops-alm-best-practices.instructions.md)** - DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and Application Lifecycle Management
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- **[power-bi-custom-visuals-development.instructions.md](../instructions/power-bi-custom-visuals-development.instructions.md)** - Custom visuals with React, D3.js, and TypeScript
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### 🚀 Prompts (Quick Solutions)
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Ready-to-use prompts for specific scenarios:
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- **[power-bi-dax-optimization.prompt.md](../prompts/power-bi-dax-optimization.prompt.md)** - DAX formula optimization assistance
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- **[power-bi-performance-troubleshooting.prompt.md](../prompts/power-bi-performance-troubleshooting.prompt.md)** - Systematic performance issue resolution
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- **[power-bi-model-design-review.prompt.md](../prompts/power-bi-model-design-review.prompt.md)** - Comprehensive data model architecture review
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- **[power-bi-report-design-consultation.prompt.md](../prompts/power-bi-report-design-consultation.prompt.md)** - Visualization design and UX guidance
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## 🎯 How to Use These Resources
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### For Different Roles
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#### **DAX Developers & Data Analysts**
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1. Start with **DAX Expert Chatmode** for interactive formula assistance
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2. Reference **DAX Best Practices Instructions** for comprehensive guidelines
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3. Use **DAX Optimization Prompt** for specific formula improvements
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#### **Data Modelers & BI Architects**
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1. Use **Data Modeling Expert Chatmode** for architecture guidance
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2. Follow **Data Modeling Best Practices Instructions** for implementation
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3. Apply **Model Design Review Prompt** for quality assurance
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#### **Report Designers & UX Specialists**
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1. Consult **Visualization Expert Chatmode** for design decisions
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2. Implement **Report Design Best Practices Instructions**
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3. Use **Report Design Consultation Prompt** for specific scenarios
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#### **Performance Specialists & Administrators**
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1. Engage **Performance Expert Chatmode** for optimization strategies
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2. Use **Performance Troubleshooting Prompt** for systematic issue resolution
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3. Apply monitoring and optimization guidelines from instructions
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### For Different Scenarios
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#### **New Project Setup**
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1. **Data Modeling Expert** → Design optimal model architecture
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2. **DAX Best Practices** → Establish calculation standards
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3. **Report Design Guidelines** → Create user-friendly interfaces
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#### **Performance Issues**
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1. **Performance Troubleshooting Prompt** → Systematic diagnosis
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2. **Performance Expert Chatmode** → Ongoing optimization guidance
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3. **DAX Optimization** → Formula-specific improvements
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#### **Quality Assurance**
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1. **Model Design Review Prompt** → Architecture assessment
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2. **DAX Expert** → Formula validation and optimization
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3. **Report Design Consultation** → UX and accessibility review
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#### **Learning & Development**
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1. **Instructions Files** → Comprehensive learning materials
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2. **Expert Chatmodes** → Interactive learning assistance
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3. **Prompts** → Hands-on practice scenarios
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## 🔧 Key Features
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### **Microsoft-Aligned Guidance**
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- Based on official Microsoft Power BI documentation
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- Incorporates latest best practices and recommendations
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- Aligned with Power BI product team guidance
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- Regular updates reflecting platform evolution
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### **Comprehensive Coverage**
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- **DAX**: Formula optimization, best practices, performance patterns
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- **Data Modeling**: Star schema, relationships, storage modes
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- **Visualization**: Chart selection, UX design, accessibility
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- **Performance**: Troubleshooting, optimization, monitoring
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### **Practical Application**
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- Real-world examples and use cases
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- Step-by-step implementation guidance
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- Common anti-patterns and how to avoid them
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- Testing and validation approaches
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### **Scalable Solutions**
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- Patterns for small departmental reports
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- Enterprise-scale model architecture
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- Performance optimization for large datasets
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- Governance and maintenance strategies
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## 💡 Quick Start Guide
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### **I want to optimize a DAX formula**
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→ Use **[DAX Optimization Prompt](../prompts/power-bi-dax-optimization.prompt.md)**
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### **I need to design a new data model**
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→ Start with **[Data Modeling Expert Chatmode](../chatmodes/power-bi-data-modeling-expert.chatmode.md)**
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### **My reports are loading slowly**
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→ Apply **[Performance Troubleshooting Prompt](../prompts/power-bi-performance-troubleshooting.prompt.md)**
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### **I need to improve report design**
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→ Consult **[Report Design Consultation Prompt](../prompts/power-bi-report-design-consultation.prompt.md)**
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### **I want comprehensive best practices**
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→ Review **[Instructions Files](../instructions/)** for detailed guidance
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## 🎓 Learning Path
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### **Beginner Level**
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1. **Data Modeling Best Practices** → Understanding foundations
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2. **DAX Best Practices** → Learning calculation patterns
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3. **Report Design Guidelines** → Creating effective visualizations
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### **Intermediate Level**
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1. **Data Modeling Expert** → Advanced architecture patterns
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2. **DAX Optimization** → Performance-focused development
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3. **Performance Best Practices** → Scalability considerations
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### **Advanced Level**
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1. **Performance Expert** → Enterprise optimization strategies
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2. **Model Design Review** → Architecture quality assurance
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3. **Advanced DAX Patterns** → Complex analytical scenarios
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## 🤝 Contributing
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These resources are based on Microsoft's official Power BI guidance and community best practices. They are regularly updated to reflect:
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- New Power BI features and capabilities
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- Updated Microsoft recommendations
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- Community feedback and real-world learnings
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- Performance optimization discoveries
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## 📖 Additional Resources
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### **Microsoft Official Documentation**
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- [Power BI Guidance Documentation](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/power-bi/guidance/)
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- [DAX Function Reference](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/dax/)
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- [Power BI Best Practices](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/power-bi/guidance/power-bi-optimization)
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### **Community Resources**
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- [Power BI Community](https://community.powerbi.com/)
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- [DAX Studio](https://daxstudio.org/) - Advanced DAX development tool
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- [Power BI Premium Capacity Metrics](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/power-bi/enterprise/service-admin-premium-monitor-capacity)
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---
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*These Power BI resources are designed to accelerate your development process while ensuring adherence to Microsoft best practices and industry standards. Whether you're building your first report or optimizing enterprise-scale solutions, these tools provide the guidance needed for success.* |