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SQL for Power BI Developers: A Practical Guide

  SQL for Power BI Developers: A Practical Guide Join My PowerBI Course at Rs 99 Many Power BI developers feel insecure about one thing: “My visuals and DAX are good… but my SQL isn’t strong enough.” Here’s the truth: You do  not  need to be a hardcore SQL developer to succeed in Power BI. But you  do  need the  right kind of SQL . This article explains  what SQL Power BI developers actually use at work  — and what you can safely ignore. The Role of SQL in Power BI (Clear Context) SQL’s job in a Power BI workflow is  simple : Prepare the data before it reaches Power BI. SQL is not there to: build applications manage databases write 300-line queries It’s there to: extract the right data summarize it efficiently make Power BI models lighter and faster If you understand this role, SQL becomes much easier. 1. Data Extraction: Your Daily SQL Skill Every Power BI project starts with one question: “What data do I actually need?” That’s where  S...

5 Reasons You Should Think Twice Before Moving to Bangalore for a Job

  5 Reasons You Should Think Twice Before Moving to Bangalore for a Job      B angalore is often sold as the   dream city   for jobs.      Startup capital. Tech hub. Unlimited opportunities. But here’s the real question — Is moving to Bangalore still worth it for everyone? This is not a hate post. Bangalore has a lot going for it. But before packing your bags, let’s talk about the  real-life stuff people don’t post on LinkedIn. 1. Rent Will Eat Your Salary Let’s start with the biggest shock —  rent . A basic 1BHK near tech areas like Whitefield, Bellandur, or Electronic City can easily cost  ₹18k–30k per month . Add deposit, brokerage, and setup cost — and suddenly your first salary feels… small. Reality check: For many freshers,  40–50% of income goes straight into rent. 2. Traffic Is Not a Joke Anymore People say “Bangalore traffic is bad” — but you don’t  feel it  until you live there. A 10 km commute can take...