Getting Started with Azure Analysis Services

This section provides a step-by-step guide to help you begin using Azure Analysis Services. Whether you are new to Analysis Services or migrating from on-premises, these resources will help you get up and running quickly.

1. Create an Azure Analysis Services instance

The first step is to provision an Azure Analysis Services instance in your Azure subscription. This involves selecting a pricing tier and configuring basic settings.

• Create an Analysis Services instance using the Azure portal
• Create an instance using Azure PowerShell
• Create an instance using Azure CLI

2. Connect to your instance

Once your instance is deployed, you'll need to connect to it using a client tool. Typically, SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) or Visual Studio with Analysis Services projects are used.

• Connecting with SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS)
• Connecting with Visual Studio

3. Model your data

Azure Analysis Services uses tabular models to represent your data. You can create new models from scratch or import existing ones.

• Creating a new tabular model
• Importing data from various sources
• Building relationships between tables
• Creating DAX measures

4. Deploy your model

After designing your model, you need to deploy it to your Azure Analysis Services instance.

• Deploying a tabular model to Azure Analysis Services

5. Connect with client tools

Finally, connect your business intelligence tools (like Power BI, Excel, or Tableau) to your deployed model to visualize and analyze your data.

• Connecting Power BI to Azure Analysis Services
• Connecting Excel to Azure Analysis Services

Next Steps

Explore the following resources to deepen your understanding and optimize your Azure Analysis Services solution:

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