Why the Star Schema is the Right Choice for Power BI
This session launches Pillar 1 of the Tugger Toolkit series, focusing on how to design Power BI data models that are performant, maintainable, and built to scale.
A well-structured data model is the foundation of reliable analytics. In this webinar, we’ll explore how to use the Star Schema to create Power BI models that perform well under pressure, remain easy to understand, and can grow alongside your organisation’s reporting needs.
What you’ll learn:
How to avoid slow, complex, and costly data models by identifying common modelling pitfalls early
How to design a clear, auditable Star Schema that supports high-performance reporting
Best practices for structuring fact and dimension tables to improve usability and long-term maintainability
What’s coming next in the six-part series:
Session 1.2: Fact Granularity & Dual Fact Strategy - choosing the right level of detail and when multiple fact tables are required
Session 1.3: Modelling Degenerate Dimensions - managing millions of unique values without unnecessary complexity
Session 1.4: Event-Based Modelling for HR and CRM - tracking historical changes and reporting “as of” any date
Session 1.5: Data Quality Strategies - keeping data accurate, consistent, and auditable
Session 1.6: ETL Architecture & Staging Layers - building robust and maintainable Power Query pipelines
Join us to gain a practical blueprint for building Power BI analytics that are designed to last.
Register now for the webinar
