Event Review: What's New In Business Intelligence (Session ITPROSQL-309)

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Session Outline

In this session, we will be primarily focused on SQL Server Business Intelligence. More specifically, it will focus on Reporting Services and Analysis Services.

Session Agenda

• Microsoft SQL Server 2008
  
• Integration Services
  
• Reporting Services
  
• Analysis Services
  

Session Media

This session consists of a Windows Media presentation and demonstrations:

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	Demo: Using Reporting Services 2008 In this demonstration, we will look at improvements made to the report designer and the new feature Tablix. We will also have a look at the new Chart visualization.   Play online | Download
	Demo: Using The Dimension Designer In this demonstration, we will look at some of the improvements made to the Analysis Services dimension designer. Specifically, we will be look at the Dimension Wizard, in the Attribute Relationship tab of Dimension Designer, and AMO warnings.   Play online | Download
	Demo: Using Subspace Computation In this demonstration, we will look at the performance improvements in MDX queries provided by subspace computation in Analysis Services in SQL Server 2008.   Play online | Download

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Related Links

Use the following resources to learn more about topics covered in this briefing.

• BLOG: Kimberly L. Tripp: Improving *my* SQL skills through your questions!
  
• TechNet WebCasts: 24 Hours of SQL Server 2008
  
• TechNet Webcast: Business Intelligence (BI)
  
• TechNet Forums: SQL Server 2008
  

Training and Certification

• Course 6232A: Implementing a Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Database; Five days; Instructor-Led
  

  Summary: This five day, instructor-led course provides students with the knowledge and skills to implement a Microsoft SQL Server 2008 database. The course focuses on teaching individuals how to use SQL Server 2008 product features and tools related to implementing a database.

• Course 6231A: Maintaining a Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Database; Five days; Instructor-Led
  

  Summary: This five day, instructor-led course provides students with the knowledge and skills to maintain a Microsoft SQL Server 2008 database. The course focuses on teaching individuals how to use SQL Server 2008 product features and tools related to maintaining a database.

• Collection 6187: What's New in Microsoft SQL Server 2008
  

  Summary: In this 3 hour online collection, IT Professionals will learn about the new features in SQL Server 2008. Topics covered within these clinics include: What's New in SQL Server 2008 for Enterprise Data Platform, What's New in SQL Server 2008 for Business Intelligence, What's New in SQL Server 2008 for Database Development.

• Course 6235A: Implementing and Maintaining Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Integration Services; Three days; Instructor-Led
  

  Summary: This three day, instructor-led course teaches students how to implement an Integration Services solution in an organization. The course discusses how to develop, deploy, and manage Integration Services packages.

• Course 6236A: Implementing and Maintaining Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Reporting Services; Three days; Instructor-Led
  

  Summary: This three day, instructor-led course teaches students how to implement a Reporting Services solution in an organization. The course discusses how to use the Reporting Services development tools to create reports, and how to use the Reporting Services management and administrative tools to manage a Reporting Services solution.