Description
This course prepares students for the Microsoft 70-466: Implementing Data Models & Reports with SQL Server 2012 exam. The course focuses on creating managed enterprise BI solutions and covers how to implement multidimensional and tabular data models, deliver reports with Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services, create dashboards with Microsoft SharePoint Server Performance Point Services, and discover business insights by using data mining.
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The exam measures your ability to accomplish the technical tasks listed below.
- Build an analysis services multidimensional database (35-40%)
- Manage, maintain, and troubleshoot a SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS) database (15-20%)
- Build a tabular data model (15-20%)
- Build a report with SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) (25-30%)
As of February 18, 2016, this exam includes content covering both SQL Server 2012 and 2014. Please note that this exam does not include questions on features or capabilities that are present only in the SQL Server 2012 product.
The Microsoft certification course 70-466, titled “Implementing Data Models and Reports with SQL Server,” is designed for database professionals and business intelligence developers seeking to acquire advanced skills in creating data models and reports using SQL Server technologies. This course focuses on the use of SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS), SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), and SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) to build robust, interactive, and insightful business intelligence solutions.
Participants will gain expertise in designing and implementing multidimensional and tabular data models, enhancing data visualization through advanced reporting techniques, and automating data processing tasks using SSIS. The course also covers security, optimization, and performance-tuning strategies to ensure that data models and reports deliver actionable insights effectively.
By successfully completing this course and obtaining the associated certification, individuals can demonstrate their proficiency in leveraging SQL Server tools to create data-driven solutions that empower organizations with valuable insights, ultimately enhancing decision-making processes and driving business success.
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Alicia P –
This course was a game-changer for understanding how to implement data models and create reports using SSAS and SSRS. I passed the 70-466 exam easily
Daniel M –
Really helped me get hands-on with multidimensional and tabular data models. The DAX and MDX content was challenging but very well explained
Tina L –
Excellent prep for anyone working with BI tools. The course covers SSAS cubes, data models, KPIs, and even advanced security configurations. Super useful
Greg H –
Covers a lot of ground in BI development, but assumes you’ve worked with SQL Server before. Great material, just a bit fast-paced for beginners
Nina R –
The best part of this course was the real-world projects—especially designing tabular models and creating SSRS reports. Highly recommend for BI professionals
Marcus D –
This course gave me a deep understanding of SSAS and SSRS, and the DAX exercises really sharpened my modeling skills. A must for any aspiring BI developer.
Elena K –
Very comprehensive course. Helped me connect the dots between dimensional modeling, KPI design, and building dashboards. Good balance of theory and practice
Raj S –
I used this course to prep for the 70-466 exam, and it overdelivered. It’s also extremely helpful for day-to-day BI work, not just certification
Lauren W –
The course was very informative, but I would’ve liked a bit more emphasis on Power BI integration. Still, it covered all exam objectives thoroughly
Jamal T –
The best training I’ve taken for SSAS tabular modeling. Great explanations of row-level security, KPIs, and report publishing. Highly relevant and practical
Brian C –
Exceptional course! It walked me through the complexities of BI architecture using SSAS and SSRS. The exam felt easy after completing this
Fatima Z –
Great pace and very practical. The lessons on building tabular models and publishing reports helped me a lot on my current job