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Course 50263A:

Introduction to Microsoft Business Intelligence from SQL 2008 through SharePoint and Office 2007

Length: 4 Day(s)
Published: June 01, 2009
Language(s): English
Audience(s): Developers
Level: 200
Technology: Microsoft SQL Server 2008
Type: Course
Delivery Method: Instructor-led (classroom)

Before attending this course, students must have:

  • A working knowledge of RDBMS.
  • A working knowledge of Business Intelligence Studio.
  • A working knowledge of Excel and the Office Ribbon.
  • Understanding of the goals of Business Intelligence.

About this Course

This instructor-ledcourse provides students with the knowledge and skills to develop Microsoft End-to-End business solutions using SQL Server 2008 in an integrated environment with SharePoint and Office 2007. The course introduces the students to Microsoft Unified Data Model, SQL 2008 Analysis Services, Integration Services, Reporting Services, Report Builder 2.0, SharePoint 2007 Integration, Reporting Services Content Types, Business Data Catalog, and Business Intelligence with Excel 2007 and Visio 2007.
Audience Profile
This course is intended for DBAs, Developers and Business Intelligence Professionals seeking an introduction to the Microsoft BI Stack whether for new or existing projects or migration to the Microsoft environment.
At Course Completion
After completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Describe the Microsoft Business Intelligence stack.
  • Explain the Unified Dimension Model and when it can and cannot be used.
  • Use the new Business Intelligence Features in SQL 2008.
  • Create a SSAS Project using the Microsoft Unified Dimension Model.
  • Create a Data Mart using Business Intelligence Studio.
  • Create a Integration Services project  and load a Data Mart.
  • Load a Data Mart from a flat file.
  • Model Dimensions, Measures and Cubes.
  • Understand the pros and cons of Integration into SharePoint.
  • Create a Report using Report Builder 2.0.
  • Load and Manage Reports with SharePoint.
  • Understand and Create a Shared Service Provider in SharePoint.
  • Understand and Create a Business Data Catalog in SharePoint.
  • Set permissions on objects within SharePoint.
  • Utilize the Business Intelligence add-ins for Excel 2007.

Course Outline

Module 1: Course Overview

This module explains how the class will be structured and introduces course materials and additional administrative information.
Lessons
  • Introduction
  • Course Materials
  • Facilities
  • Prerequisites
  • What We'll Be Discussing
Module 2: Overview Of the Microsoft BI StackLessons
  • The Goal of Business Intelligence
  • Key Concepts
  • Key Components
  • SharePoint Report Center
  • Office 2007
  • Common Business Challenges in BI
Module 3: Unified Data ModelLessons
  • UDM Defined
  • User Experience: Relational vs. UDM
  • Advantages
  • Trouble in River City
Lab : Unified Data Model
  • Creating a Data Mart using Business Intelligence Development Studio
  • Enabling Table Compression
Module 4: SharePoint and Business IntelligenceLessons
  • What is SharePoint?
  • What Does SharePoint Bring to the BI?
  • Key SharePoint Concepts
  • SharePoint or WSS?
  • SharePoint Architecture
  • Content Types
  • Solutions
  • Features
Lab : SharePoint and Business Intelligence
  • Setting up A Report Center
  • Shared Service Provider
Module 5: New BI Features in SQL 2008Lessons
  • Integration Services/Analysis Services/Reporting Services
  • Performance Enhancements
  • Programmability Enhancements
  • Architectural Enhancements
  • Usability Enhancements
Lab : New BI Features in SQL 2008
  • Explore Some Of The New Features
Module 6: SSIS Major ComponentsLessons
  • Major Components
  • New or Changed Features
  • Script Task
  • Samples
Lab : SSIS Projects
  • Create A SSIS Project
  • Add a Data Source
  • Create A Data Flow
  • Create Another Data Flow
  • Load Data via a SQL Statement
Module 7: SSIS ETLLessons
  • SSIS and ETL
  • Transformers
  • Best Practices 1
  • Best Practices 2
Lab : SSIS ETL
  • Populating the Fact Table
  • Loading Manufacturing Facts
  • Handling Errors
  • Inventory Fact Flow
Module 8: SSAS Key ConceptsLessons
  • Key Concepts
  • Schemas
  • Measures
  • Dimensions
Lab : SSAS Key Concepts
  • Define an OLAP Cube
  • Working with Measures and Measure Groups
  • Time and Hierarchies
  • Relating Dimensions
  • Build Deploy and Browse the  Cube
Module 9: SSAS Cube DetailsLessons
  • Cube Processing
  • Partitions
  • Proactive Caching
  • Aggregations
Lab : SSAS Cube Details
  • Multiple Partitions
  • Set Storage
  • Design Aggregations
  • Default Members
Module 10: SQL Server Reporting ServicesLessons
  • Integration with SharePoint
  • Report Builder 2.0
  • Differences Between Environments
  • Tablix
  • Charts
Lab : SQL Server Reporting Services
  • SSRS Projects Report Wizard
  • SSRS SMDL
  • Report Builder 2.0
Module 11: SharePoint Business Data CatalogLessons
  • The BDC
  • Special BDC Only Web Parts
  • Application Definition Files
Lab : SharePoint Business Data Catalog
  • Use a BDC Application
  • Explore BDC Web Parts
  • Use a BDC List
Module 12: SharePoint Integrated Security and Report ManagementLessons
  • Understanding SharePoint Security
  • Report Content Types
  • Report Subscriptions
  • Workflows
  • Reports Library
  • Business Web Parts
Lab : SharePoint Integrated Security and Report Management
  • Examine Permissions
  • Set Shared Schedule for Subscriptions
  • Manage Data Connections
  • Set up a Subscription
Module 13: Excel 2007 and Data Mining BILessons
  • Key Terms in Data Mining
  • Types of Data Mining Algorithms
  • The Algorithms
  • Excel and The BI Extensions
  • Visio 2007
Lab : Excel 2007 and Data Mining BI
  • Utilize the Excel Data Mining Tools
Additional Reading
To help you prepare for this class, review the following resources:
  • The Microsoft Data Warehouse Toolkit by Ralph Kimbal.
  • Smart Business Intelligence Solutions with Microsoft SQL Server2008.
  • Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Analysis Services Unleashed.

 

 

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