Getting started using Power BI with Dataverse (D365) - Part-1

If you're looking to get started using Power BI for data visualization, this comprehensive tutorial series is an excellent place to start. This first blog post in the series covers the process of connecting Power BI with Dataverse (D365). The author highlights the benefits of using Power BI as the default option to visualize, analyze, and report with Microsoft Dynamics 365. They provide a step-by-step guide to help you connect Power BI to Dataverse and import data into Power BI. The post includes helpful screenshots and detailed instructions on setting up the necessary capabilities to add Power BI visuals into D365 and enable the TDS (Tabular Data Stream) endpoint.

Before getting started with Power BI, you'll need a D365/Dataverse environment, a Power BI license, and Power BI desktop. Once you've got your software in order, you can start the process of connecting Power BI with Dataverse. The author explains how to connect Power BI with Dataverse by clicking "Get Data" and selecting the Power Platform option. Then, select the Dataverse connector and choose whether to import data or perform a Direct Query.

The author also touches on important security differences between importing data into Power BI and using data query. To help you understand which columns you'll need to create your visualizations, the post includes steps for selecting columns to import. This comprehensive tutorial equips you with the knowledge you need to get started using Power BI with Dataverse (D365).

Overall, this blog is an excellent resource for anyone new to Power BI looking to take the first steps towards mastering data visualization and reporting with Microsoft Dynamics 365.