Dear All, I am working as a Data Analyst with only MS Excel. I want to upgrade my skills. Please suggest which is the best technology for the next step (SQL or Tableau or power BI or Quick view). Could you please suggest which is the best technology for the next step? Please Help.

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SM Ayetullah

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Dear Learner,First, we've to understand the tool's capabilities. As you've mentioned Tableau and Power Bi. These are mainly known for data visualisation and not for Data Analytics. And Quick View is not a good option for Data Analytics as there are many compromises and also not in high demand in the...
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Dear Learner,First, we've to understand the tool's capabilities. As you've mentioned Tableau and Power Bi. These are mainly known for data visualisation and not for Data Analytics. And Quick View is not a good option for Data Analytics as there are many compromises and also not in high demand in the market.I would instead suggest you go for some reliable Analytical tools like SAS, R.Hope it helps! read less
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Hi, I will recommend you, you should go with Power BI,because compare to other BI Technologies there is less saturation and you are already working on MS Excel that's helpful to grab power BI Development Asap.
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Hi, Qlik view is better
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SQL+TABLEAU OR SQL+TABLEAU+PYTHON
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SQL is best option for you, as yo are expereinced in MS Excle. If you learn MSSQL and Tools like SSIS, SSRS, SSAS which will be very helpful for your career. Later you can jumpto Advance Tools like Power BI.
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Hi, Qlik view is better
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SQL and Power BI can be good option currently. Later on Upgrade with Python or R.
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Advanced Excel,Excel VBA and SQL courses are required for Data Analyst. Power BI/Tableau is required for visualisation .
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Power BI is a good option for Data Analysis. Go for it.
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