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HOW TO PUBLISH A POWER BI REPORT AND EMBED IT INTO A WEBSITE.

HOW TO PUBLISH A POWER BI REPORT AND EMBED IT INTO A WEBSITE.

Microsoft Power BI is a tool made by Microsoft that helps you turn data into useful information.
With Power BI, you can:

  • Connect data from Excel, databases, or online sources
  • Create charts, graphs, and dashboards
  • Understand trends and make better decisions It is popular because it is easy to use and shows data in a clear, visual way.

Power BI Publishing Process

Publishing means sharing your report with others online.

  1. Create your report Build your charts and visuals in Power BI Desktop.
  2. Save your work Save the report on your computer.
  3. Sign in Log in to your Power BI account.
  4. Click “Publish” Upload your report to the Power BI Service (online platform).
  5. Choose a workspace Select where you want the report to be stored.
  6. Share the report Send the link or give access to other people so they can view it.

Lets use the below dashboard as an example as we go step by step until we publish our report.

Dashboard

1. Creating a workspace

A workspace is like a folder in Microsoft Power BI where you keep your reports.

  • You create it online
  • It helps you organize your work
  • You can also invite others to work with you Think of it like a shared folder for reports.

Workspace example

2. Uploading and publishing your report

This means sending your report from your computer to Power BI online.

  • You click “Publish”
  • Your report is uploaded to the workspace
  • Now it is available on the internet Example

3. Generating the embed code

An embed code is a special code.

  • Power BI gives you this code
  • It looks like a small piece of text (HTML)
  • It is used to show your report on a website Example

4. Embedding the report on a website

This means putting your report on a website.

  • You copy the embed code
  • Paste it into your website
  • Your report will appear on that site

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