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Extreme DAX: Power BI and Fabric Analytics, 2nd Edition

Analytics Edition: Extreme DAX is a book for analysts who already use DAX and need to tackle more complex Power BI and Microsoft Fabric requirements. It covers semantic models, advanced calculations, and practical business scenarios, with PBIX examples listed among its learning resources.

At a glance

Builds on existing DAX knowledge rather than teaching only isolated functions.
Uses business cases such as inventory analysis, benchmarking, planning, and security to frame advanced calculations.
Topics include evaluation context, context transition, TREATAS, calculation groups, field parameters, and custom calendars.
Also covers regression and goal-seeking, with practical PBIX examples described in the listing.

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Pros and cons

Pros

The scenario-based approach links advanced DAX techniques to business questions rather than presenting only standalone formulas.
The breadth of topics includes both model design and specialized analytical methods such as regression and goal-seeking.

Cons

It assumes readers are already comfortable with DAX measures and basic filtering, so it is not positioned as a beginner's first DAX book.

Technical specifications

11 specifications

Publication details
Publisher	Packt Publishing
Edition	2nd ed.
Publication date	May 22, 2026
Language	English
Print length	554 pages
ISBN-10	1836647638
ISBN-13	978-1836647638

Dimensions and installation
Weight listed	2.07 pounds
Dimensions	7.5 x 1.25 x 9.25 inches

Topics and methods
Platforms	Power BI and Microsoft Fabric
Topics listed	Semantic model design, DAX evaluation context, context transition, table functions, TREATAS, calculation groups, field parameters, custom calendars, regression, goal-seeking, inventory analysis, benchmarking, data security, and real-estate planning

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Analysts and BI developers who already write DAX and want to address more demanding reporting and modeling requirements.
Power BI or Fabric users looking for worked cases in areas such as inventory, benchmarking, planning, or security.

Less suited to

Readers starting with DAX fundamentals or seeking a first introduction to measures and basic filtering.

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Frequently asked questions

Is this suitable as a first DAX book?

No. The listing says it is intended for readers who already write DAX and are comfortable with measures and basic filtering.

What kinds of problems does the book address?

The listed cases include inventory analysis, benchmarking, planning, data security, and real-estate investment planning.

Which advanced topics are covered?

The listed topics include evaluation context, context transition, table functions such as TREATAS, calculation groups, field parameters, custom calendars, regression, and goal-seeking.

Does the listing mention practical files?

Yes. It describes practical PBIX examples accompanying business cases.