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Power BI | From data to insight

This training, exclusively organized for your company, provides a structured and practical introduction to Microsoft Power BI, focusing on how to transform raw data into clear, reliable, and actionable insights.

Participants will learn not only how to build reports, but also why certain modelling and design choices matter in a professional BI environment.
The course combines conceptual foundations with hands-on exercises, ensuring that knowledge can be applied immediately in real-world scenarios.
We tailor this training completely to your needs & your environment.

What you’ll learn

  • Understand the Power BI ecosystem (Desktop, Service, data refresh, sharing)
  • Import and transform data using Power Query
  • Build a solid data model using best practices (relationships, star schema)
  • Create DAX measures for calculations and KPIs
  • Design clear, user-friendly, and performant reports
  • Apply basic performance and usability principles
  • Publish and share reports securely within an organisation

Who should attend

Data analysts and reporting professionals

Business users who want to create their own reports

Consultants and BI developers new to Power BI

Anyone working with Excel, SQL, or other reporting tools who wants to move to Power BI

Programme

Introduction & Architecture Power BI overview, components and typical BI workflows

Data Preparation (Power Query) Data connections, cleaning, shaping, combining and reusable transformations

Data Modelling Fact/dimension tables, relationships, cardinality and common pitfalls

DAX Fundamentals Measures vs calculated columns, core functions (CALCULATE, FILTER, time intelligence) and row vs filter context

Report Design & Visualisation Choosing the right visuals, layout, storytelling and user interaction (filters, slicers, drill-through)

Publishing & Sharing Power BI Service, workspaces, access rights and refresh strategies

Content is tailored to participants’ level and preferences.

Location

This training can be held at the LACO office or at your training facilities.

FAQ

What is the required level of prior knowledge or experience for this training?2025-11-26T13:06:45+00:00

No specific prior experience is required. A basic familiarity with general data concepts and terminology (such as data analysis, modelling, or reporting) is helpful, but the bootcamp is designed for both beginners and those with some hands-on experience.

Is lunch, coffee, or catering included in the price?2026-01-12T15:03:42+00:00

When the training is organized at LACO training facilities, lunch and beverages are provided.

Will the training language always be English (or Dutch/French)?2025-11-26T13:08:44+00:00

Yes, the training is delivered in English. On demand, and for specific groups, a Dutch or French session may be arranged. Please let us know your preference upon registration.

What is the duration of the training?2026-01-12T15:02:00+00:00

The duration of the training depends on the content that is taylored for you.

Ready to level up your data skills?

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Power BI | From data to insight2026-01-23T11:20:58+00:00

Data stewardship bootcamp

This intensive one‑day bootcamp is delivered for your organisation only and tailored to your data landscape, roles and governance priorities. It equips your team with the key skills to manage, maintain and protect data as a strategic business resource.

Designed for current or aspiring data stewards, data analysts and business professionals involved in operationalising data governance, it provides practical guidance on translating governance policies into everyday practice and on championing data quality across your organisation.

What you’ll learn

  • Understand the core responsibilities and accountabilities of the data steward role.
  • Manage and protect organisational data as a vital strategic asset.
  • Support initiatives related to data quality, cataloguing, and master data management.
  • Develop skills to collaborate effectively with other data roles, from owners to custodians.
  • Strengthen your ability to embed data stewardship within data governance frameworks.

Who should attend

Current and aspiring Data Stewards

Analysts

Business Analysts

Programme

Morning session:

  • Introduction to Data Governance: Concepts, Principles, and Frameworks
  • Implementing Data Governance in Practice
  • Defining Roles and Responsibilities for Data Stewards

Afternoon session:

  • The Steward’s Role in Data Quality, Cataloguing, and Master Data Management
  • Tools, Processes, and Best Practices for Data Stewards
  • Collaboration with Other Data Roles and Stakeholders

Location

This training can be held at the LACO office or at your training facilities.

FAQ

What is the required level of prior knowledge or experience for this training?2025-11-26T13:06:45+00:00

No specific prior experience is required. A basic familiarity with general data concepts and terminology (such as data analysis, modelling, or reporting) is helpful, but the bootcamp is designed for both beginners and those with some hands-on experience.

Is lunch, coffee, or catering included in the price?2026-01-12T15:03:42+00:00

When the training is organized at LACO training facilities, lunch and beverages are provided.

Will the training language always be English (or Dutch/French)?2025-11-26T13:08:44+00:00

Yes, the training is delivered in English. On demand, and for specific groups, a Dutch or French session may be arranged. Please let us know your preference upon registration.

What is the duration of the training?2026-01-12T15:02:00+00:00

The duration of the training depends on the content that is taylored for you.

Ready to level up your data skills?

Start the conversation.

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Data stewardship bootcamp2026-02-16T08:42:25+00:00

Data governance bootcamp

Looking to build a solid foundation in data governance within your own organisation? This intensive one‑day, hands‑on bootcamp is delivered exclusively for your team and tailored to your data landscape, governance challenges and objectives.

It offers a clear introduction to data governance, data quality and metadata management, suitable both for newcomers and for professionals looking to refresh or formalise their knowledge.

What you’ll learn

  • Develop a solid understanding of core data governance principles and frameworks.
  • Recognise how to apply these principles effectively within your organisation.
  • Build the confidence to lead or support governance initiatives successfully.
  • Identify common pitfalls and adopt proven best practices for lasting success.

Who should attend

Data Governance Leaders

Data Managers

CDOs

Programme

Morning session:

  • Introduction to data governance
  • Key concepts and definitions
  • Overview of data governance frameworks
  • Roles and responsibilities in data governance

Afternoon session:

  • Developing data policies and standards
  • The role of data quality and metadata management
  • The importance of change management
  • Showcasing use cases and best practices

Location

This training can be held at the LACO office or at your training facilities.

FAQ

What is the required level of prior knowledge or experience for this training?2025-11-26T13:06:45+00:00

No specific prior experience is required. A basic familiarity with general data concepts and terminology (such as data analysis, modelling, or reporting) is helpful, but the bootcamp is designed for both beginners and those with some hands-on experience.

Is lunch, coffee, or catering included in the price?2026-01-12T15:03:42+00:00

When the training is organized at LACO training facilities, lunch and beverages are provided.

Will the training language always be English (or Dutch/French)?2025-11-26T13:08:44+00:00

Yes, the training is delivered in English. On demand, and for specific groups, a Dutch or French session may be arranged. Please let us know your preference upon registration.

What is the duration of the training?2026-01-12T15:02:00+00:00

The duration of the training depends on the content that is taylored for you.

Because better data starts with better skills.

Get in touch.

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Data governance bootcamp2026-02-16T08:42:34+00:00

Generative AI & prompt engineering

This bootcamp offers a clear and practical introduction to generative AI, delivered exclusively for your organisation and tailored to your context. Designed for technology leaders and decision‑makers, it focuses on how to harness the latest AI innovations to address real business challenges without unnecessary complexity.

You will explore proven, actionable ways to create value with AI – from identifying opportunities to applying prompt engineering in a structured way to accelerate efficiency and innovation.

What you’ll learn

  • Evaluate where and how Generative AI is already creating measurable value across industries.
  • Identify high-impact AI use cases that increase efficiency, creativity, and decision-making.
  • Apply prompt engineering techniques to turn complex challenges into concise, actionable outputs.
  • Build a practical, sustainable AI strategy that aligns with your organisation’s goals.
  • Understand the risks, limitations, and ethical considerations associated with AI adoption.

Who should attend

Technology Leaders

IT Directors

Innovation Managers

AI practitioners

Programme

During this intensive session, you will:

  • Explore today’s AI landscape: Get a clear overview of current Generative AI solutions, weighing the hype against real value and understanding where these tools are already making a difference.
  • Spot opportunities: Learn to identify use cases that can be implemented right away to boost operational effectiveness.
  • Examine practical frameworks: Discover proven patterns and discuss emerging frameworks—knowing when they can be useful and when to exercise caution.
  • Master prompt engineering: Learn the core techniques of combining contextual data with targeted prompts to get things done.

Location

This training can be held at the LACO office or at your training facilities.

FAQ

What is the required level of prior knowledge or experience for this training?2025-11-26T13:06:45+00:00

No specific prior experience is required. A basic familiarity with general data concepts and terminology (such as data analysis, modelling, or reporting) is helpful, but the bootcamp is designed for both beginners and those with some hands-on experience.

Is lunch, coffee, or catering included in the price?2026-01-12T15:03:42+00:00

When the training is organized at LACO training facilities, lunch and beverages are provided.

Will the training language always be English (or Dutch/French)?2025-11-26T13:08:44+00:00

Yes, the training is delivered in English. On demand, and for specific groups, a Dutch or French session may be arranged. Please let us know your preference upon registration.

What is the duration of the training?2026-01-12T15:02:00+00:00

The duration of the training depends on the content that is taylored for you.

Ready to level up your data skills?

Reach out.

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Generative AI & prompt engineering2026-02-16T08:42:49+00:00

Microsoft Fabric | Developer bootcamp

In this bootcamp, your team will learn how to design, build and optimise scalable data architectures with Microsoft Fabric, tailored to your organisation’s data landscape. The training focuses on transforming raw data into a high‑performance Lakehouse environment, using practical exercises and real‑world scenarios that reflect your own challenges.

What you’ll learn

  • Understand the key differences and use cases between a Lakehouse and a Warehouse within Microsoft Fabric.
  • Learn how to ingest and transform data using Notebooks with PySpark and Spark SQL.
  • Build and orchestrate robust data pipelines using Data Factory.
  • Implement the Medallion Architecture (Bronze, Silver, Gold) to structure and refine your data layers.
  • Optimize data workflows for performance, scalability, and reusability across projects.
  • Explore best practices for data partitioning, Delta tables, and workload management.

Who should attend

Developers

Data Engineers

Data Scientists

Data Enthusiasts

Location

This training can be held at the LACO office or at your training facilities.

FAQ

What is the required level of prior knowledge or experience for this training?2025-11-26T13:06:45+00:00

No specific prior experience is required. A basic familiarity with general data concepts and terminology (such as data analysis, modelling, or reporting) is helpful, but the bootcamp is designed for both beginners and those with some hands-on experience.

Is lunch, coffee, or catering included in the price?2026-01-12T15:03:42+00:00

When the training is organized at LACO training facilities, lunch and beverages are provided.

Will the training language always be English (or Dutch/French)?2025-11-26T13:08:44+00:00

Yes, the training is delivered in English. On demand, and for specific groups, a Dutch or French session may be arranged. Please let us know your preference upon registration.

What is the duration of the training?2026-01-12T15:02:00+00:00

The duration of the training depends on the content that is taylored for you.

Let’s build your data skills.

Start the conversation.

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Microsoft Fabric | Developer bootcamp2026-02-16T08:43:00+00:00

Microsoft Fabric | Analyst bootcamp

In this one‑day bootcamp, your team learns how to connect, integrate and model data across the full Microsoft Fabric ecosystem, tailored to your organisation’s context. You will explore how to use Fabric’s end‑to‑end capabilities to deliver robust analytics, clear dashboards and better‑informed decision making.

What you’ll learn

  • Use Dataflows to centralize and transform raw data into structured, high quality datasets
  • Build reliable data models for scalable analysis
  • Write DAX expressions to solve analytical challenges
  • Design and publish insightful reports and dashboards in Power BI and Fabric
  • Apply best practices for secure data sharing within your organisation

Who should attend

Data Analysts

BI Professionals

Data Scientists

Finance professionals

Business Analyst

General IT

Location

This training can be held at the LACO office or at your training facilities.

FAQ

What is the required level of prior knowledge or experience for this training?2025-11-26T13:06:45+00:00

No specific prior experience is required. A basic familiarity with general data concepts and terminology (such as data analysis, modelling, or reporting) is helpful, but the bootcamp is designed for both beginners and those with some hands-on experience.

Is lunch, coffee, or catering included in the price?2026-01-12T15:03:42+00:00

When the training is organized at LACO training facilities, lunch and beverages are provided.

Will the training language always be English (or Dutch/French)?2025-11-26T13:08:44+00:00

Yes, the training is delivered in English. On demand, and for specific groups, a Dutch or French session may be arranged. Please let us know your preference upon registration.

What is the duration of the training?2026-01-12T15:02:00+00:00

The duration of the training depends on the content that is taylored for you.

Bring this data knowledge to your team.

Talk to us.

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Microsoft Fabric | Analyst bootcamp2026-02-16T08:43:07+00:00

Data Lakehouse development with Azure Databricks

This hands‑on bootcamp is your gateway to mastering Data Lakehouse development in Azure Databricks, delivered exclusively for your organisation. Whether your team is just starting out or looking to deepen its technical expertise, this one‑day programme builds the skills to design, optimise and operate scalable Lakehouse solutions.

By the end of the day, participants will be able to apply these techniques confidently within your own Azure‑based data platform.

What you’ll learn

  • Understand the core principles and benefits of the Data Lakehouse architecture compared to traditional data warehouses and data lakes.
  • Set up and configure Azure Databricks for data engineering, processing, and analytics.
  • Gain deep hands-on experience with Delta Lake for managing structured and unstructured data with ACID transactions and schema evolution.
  • Implement best practices for data ingestion, transformation, and governance using Unity Catalog for centralized metadata and granular security control.
  • Build and orchestrate data workflows with Databricks Workflows and integrate them with CI/CD pipelines through Data Asset Bundles.
  • Tune and optimize your environment for performance, scalability, and cost efficiency.
  • Explore the Apache Spark engine and learn to monitor jobs and troubleshoot with the Spark UI.
  • Design simple Databricks Dashboards for reporting, monitoring, and stakeholder communication.

  • Strengthen your understanding of data security, compliance, and operational monitoring for enterprise-scale pipelines.

Who should attend

Data Engineers looking to build scalable data pipelines on Databricks.

Data Analysts interested in advanced querying and visualization techniques.

Cloud Engineers & Architects responsible for designing future prove data platforms.

Location

This training can be held at the LACO office or at your training facilities.

FAQ

What is the required level of prior knowledge or experience for this training?2025-11-26T13:06:45+00:00

No specific prior experience is required. A basic familiarity with general data concepts and terminology (such as data analysis, modelling, or reporting) is helpful, but the bootcamp is designed for both beginners and those with some hands-on experience.

Is lunch, coffee, or catering included in the price?2026-01-12T15:03:42+00:00

When the training is organized at LACO training facilities, lunch and beverages are provided.

Will the training language always be English (or Dutch/French)?2025-11-26T13:08:44+00:00

Yes, the training is delivered in English. On demand, and for specific groups, a Dutch or French session may be arranged. Please let us know your preference upon registration.

What is the duration of the training?2026-01-12T15:02:00+00:00

The duration of the training depends on the content that is taylored for you.

Because better data starts with better skills.
Reach out.

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More information about how we handle your data can be found in our privacy policy.

Data Lakehouse development with Azure Databricks2026-01-14T09:29:33+00:00
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