Excel Formulas, Power Query, and Macros for Data Analysis

If you already know how to enter data and build basic tables in Excel, you are ready to unlock its true analytical power. Moving beyond simple spreadsheets allows you to automate repetitive tasks and model complex data with ease. This text-based course guides you from manual spreadsheet editing to sophisticated data automation. You will transition from basic formulas to dynamic arrays, learn to clean messy data automatically with Power Query, and write simple macros to handle routine tasks. What you'll learn: - Learn modern formula patterns including dynamic arrays, XLOOKUP, and logical functions - Build automated data cleaning pipelines using Power Query without writing code - Understand the fundamentals of VBA to record, read, and run simple macros - Apply advanced formatting and data validation techniques to secure your worksheets - Practice structuring messy raw data into clean, analysis-ready tables - Create reusable spreadsheet models that update with a single click You will start with core terminology, foundational definitions of data structures, and advanced formula logic, before moving step-by-step into automated data preparation and introductory automation scripting. This course is designed for spreadsheet users who know the basics and want to build practical, real-world data analysis skills. No programming experience is required. Read through the structured text explanations and code examples to elevate your spreadsheet skills today.