Introduction to Looker Studio Pro

(1 day)

 

This introductory course is designed for data analysts and business users who are new to Looker Studio Pro or data visualization in general. Participants will learn the fundamentals of creating reports and dashboards to gain insights from their data. The course covers connecting to data sources, building basic visualizations, adding interactivity, and sharing reports with others. By the end of the course, participants will be able to create simple yet effective reports and dashboards to communicate data-driven insights.

Course Objectives

  • Understand core concepts of Looker Studio Pro, including the interface, data connections, and basic visualizations.
  • Build simple reports and dashboards using common chart types and data sources.
  • Apply basic interactivity through filters and segments to explore data dynamically.
  • Share reports with others and understand collaboration features.
  • Export reports and scheduling.

Audience

  • Data analysts and business users new to Looker Studio Pro or data visualization in general
  • Individuals who want to learn the fundamentals of creating reports and dashboards to gain insights from their data.

 

Course Outline

 

Module 1: Getting Started with Looker Studio Pro

  • Introduction to Looker Studio Pro
  • Navigating the Looker Studio interface
  • Connecting to data source (Google Sheets) 
  • Creating a basic report with charts and tables
  • Lab: Exploring your data

Module 2: Adding Interactivity and Exploring Data

  • Connecting to data source (BigQuery) 
  • Exploring different chart types
  • Understanding calculated fields
  • Sorting your data with filters
  • Lab: Enhancing your report with BigQuery

Module 3: Formatting, Styling, and Sharing

  • Formatting and styling reports
  • Sharing and collaborating on reports
  • Scheduling reports
  • Lab: Customizing and sharing your report with BigQuery