SQL Server Analysis Services Documentation
Welcome to the official documentation for SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS). This section provides comprehensive information on how to design, develop, deploy, and manage business intelligence solutions using SSAS.
Getting Started with Analysis Services
Analysis Services is a powerful business intelligence platform that provides online analytical processing (OLAP) and data mining capabilities for business applications. It enables users to analyze large amounts of data from various sources and make informed decisions.
Key Features:
- Tabular and Multidimensional Models: Support for two distinct modeling paradigms to suit different analytical needs.
- Data Mining: Tools for discovering patterns and trends in your data.
- Reporting Integration: Seamless integration with SQL Server Reporting Services and Power BI.
- Performance Optimization: Features for high-performance query processing and data aggregation.
- Security: Robust security features to protect your analytical data.
Explore the Documentation
Navigate through the left-hand menu to find detailed guides, conceptual overviews, how-to articles, and reference materials for all aspects of SQL Server Analysis Services.
Tip:
Start with the Tutorials section to get hands-on experience with creating and managing SSAS models.
Featured Topics
- Working with Tabular Models: Learn how to build in-memory databases with tabular models.
- Developing Multidimensional Models: Master the creation of cubes and dimensions for OLAP.
- Installation and Configuration: Understand the prerequisites and steps for setting up Analysis Services.
Note:
Ensure you are using a compatible version of SQL Server to leverage all features of Analysis Services. Refer to the SQL Server Version History for details.
Community and Support
If you have questions or need assistance, explore the SQL Server Analysis Services TechNet Forum.