Requirements

• Experience with SQL Server: Practical experience with SQL Server
• including familiarity with SQL Server 2008 R2.
• Knowledge of BI Concepts: Understanding of Business Intelligence concepts
• including data warehousing
• ETL
• asic SQL Skills: Proficiency in writing and understanding SQL queries

Description

The 70-448: Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2 Business Intelligence Development and Maintenance course is designed for IT professionals who wish to deepen their expertise in Business Intelligence (BI) solutions using SQL Server 2008 R2. This course provides comprehensive training on the development and maintenance of BI solutions, focusing on key tools and technologies such as SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), and SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS).

Key areas covered in this course include:

• Implementing SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS):

  • Design and deploy data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) solutions.

  • Manage SSIS packages and troubleshoot ETL processes to ensure data accuracy and reliability.

• Developing SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) Reports:

  • Create and deploy interactive and paginated reports.

  • Implement report subscriptions, manage report security, and optimize report performance.

• Designing and Implementing SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS) Solutions:

  • Develop multidimensional and tabular data models.

  • Configure and manage SSAS cubes, dimensions, measures, and key performance indicators (KPIs).

• Building and Managing Data Warehouses:

  • Design and implement data warehouse architectures, including star and snowflake schemas.

  • Manage data warehouse processes and ensure effective data integration and storage.

• Configuring and Maintaining BI Solutions:

  • Configure BI components such as data sources, data marts, and data integration processes.

  • Implement security measures and performance tuning for BI solutions to enhance functionality and efficiency.

This course combines theoretical knowledge with practical, hands-on labs, providing you with the skills needed to effectively develop, implement, and manage BI solutions using SQL Server 2008 R2. By the end of the course, you will be well-prepared to handle complex BI scenarios and advance your career in Business Intelligence.

Who this course is for:

• System Administrators
• IT Support Specialists
• IT Professionals Preparing for Certification