The Ultimate DAX CheatSheet

Welcome to the DAX CheatSheet list – a practical, example-driven learning resource designed for those who want to master DAX through real use cases and clear explanations.

This guide breaks down each DAX function into a repeatable structure so that learners can:

• Understand what each function does.
• Learn how and when to use it.
• See it applied in real scenarios.
• Interpret the logic behind the formula.

Whether you’re new to DAX or looking to deepen your skills, this structured format will help reinforce your learning and application of DAX in Power BI.

✅ What You Get

In this list, you’ll receive a rich collection of resources to help you understand, use, and practice DAX functions, including:

• ✅ A growing library of DAX functions organized with a consistent format
• ✅ For each function, you get:
  • Function Name
  • Plain-English Description
  • DAX Syntax with parameter guidance
  • Use Case scenario
  • Example Formula
  • Step-by-step Explanation
• ✅ Downloadable cheat sheets
• ✅ Power BI-friendly examples using familiar tables like Sales and Dates
• ✅ Regular updates with new functions and real-world examples
• ✅ Practical insights into how these functions behave in filter and row contexts

✅ Who This Is For

This course is ideal for:

• 💡 Beginner Power BI users looking to get comfortable with DAX fundamentals.
• 📊 Intermediate users wanting structured examples to apply in real dashboards.
• 🧠 Data analysts and business users who want to improve their logic-building and interpretation of DAX formulas.
• 📘 Power BI learners preparing for exams like PL-300 and DP-600 who want clarity around function syntax and use.
• 🛠️ Anyone creating measures and struggling with “when and how to use” specific DAX functions.