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If you’ve dipped your toes into Power BI, chances are you’ve come across DAX and thought, “Wait, what now?” You’re not alone. DAX (short for Data Analysis Expressions) is the formula language that makes Power BI so powerful—but it can be a bit intimidating when you’re just starting out.
The good news? You don’t need to master all of it to start seeing results. In fact, there are a few Power BI DAX functions that will do most of the heavy lifting in your reports. In this post, I’ll walk you through five essential DAX functions that every Power BI analyst should know. These aren’t just helpful—they’re game-changers once you get the hang of them.
Click through for that list, including simple examples of each.