Cleaning Excel Data With Power Query Straight to the Point. Efficient Data Cleaning Techniques in Excel Using Power Query

MrExcel's Holy Macro! Books, Oz du Soleil

This book provides a step-by-step guide to using Power Query in Excel for efficient data cleaning and transformation. Starting with an introduction to its capabilities, it explains how to import data, handle missing values, and parse text fields with ease.Advanced techniques such as merging datasets, appending data, and performing joins are explored in detail. The book also covers grouping data, creating conditional and custom columns, and reshaping data through unpivoting for analysis. Each concept is illustrated with practical examples for clarity.By the end of the book, readers will be equipped with the skills to automate repetitive tasks and streamline workflows. Whether dealing with messy data or preparing datasets for analysis, this guide ensures you can confidently tackle any Excel data transformation challenge.

Excel Data Cleansing Straight to the Point. Mastering Excel's Data Cleansing Tools with Real-World Strategies

MrExcel's Holy Macro! Books, Oz du Soleil

This book offers a deep dive into data cleansing using Excel. The content is built for professionals who frequently encounter messy, unstructured, or inconsistent data and need a systematic approach to clean and organize it. Readers will explore strategies to correct names, manage duplicates, parse data, and merge multiple datasets effectively.Practical examples guide the reader through the intricacies of Excel’s functions, focusing on actionable solutions and enhancing productivity. Whether it’s about removing duplicates, segmenting datasets, or flattening complex reports, this book provides easy-to-follow methods to ensure data becomes useful and accessible.By combining clear explanations with real-world applications, this book equips readers to handle diverse data challenges with confidence. Professionals will be empowered to make better decisions and streamline their workflows through cleaner, more reliable data.

Guerrilla Data Analysis Using Microsoft Excel. Overcoming Crap Data and Excel Skirmishes

MrExcel's Holy Macro! Books, Oz du Soleil, Bill Jelen

Unlock Microsoft Excel's hidden potential with this dynamic guide designed for data professionals and enthusiasts. You'll start by reviewing Excel basics before advancing to powerful tools like Excel Tables, Pivot Tables, and Power Query. Each chapter enhances your ability to analyze and visualize data efficiently, from complex lookups and dynamic arrays to essential data validation techniques that ensure accuracy and integrity in your spreadsheets.As you progress, you'll learn how to protect your work with advanced sheet protection methods and collaboration tools for seamless teamwork. The book also covers sophisticated functions like INDIRECT, OFFSET, and LET, preparing you to tackle complex data challenges. Additionally, you'll receive critical advice on avoiding the pitfalls of machine learning-driven features and maintaining clean, organized data.By the end of the guide, you'll have mastered Excel's advanced capabilities, empowering you to streamline workflows, optimize data processes, and make confident, data-driven decisions. This guide is your comprehensive resource for transforming your approach to data analysis with Excel.