Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours Overview Identify and configure basic functions of Tableau. Connect to data sources, import data into Tableau, and save Tableau files Create views and customize data in visualizations. Manage, sort, and group data. Save and share data sources and workbooks. Filter data in views. Customize visualizations with annotations, highlights, and advanced features. Create and enhance dashboards in Tableau. Create and enhance stories in Tableau As technology progresses and becomes more interwoven with our businesses and lives, more and more data is collected about business and personal activities. This era of "big data" has exploded due to the rise of cloud computing, which provides an abundance of computational power and storage, allowing organizations of all sorts to capture and store data. Leveraging that data effectively can provide timely insights and competitive advantage. The creation of data-backed visualizations is a key way data scientists, or any professional, can explore, analyze, and report insights and trends from data. Tableau© software is designed for this purpose. Tableau was built to connect to a wide range of data sources and allows users to quickly create visualizations of connected data to gain insights, show trends, and create reports. Tableau's data connection capabilities and visualization features go far beyond those that can be found in spreadsheets, allowing users to create compelling and interactive worksheets, dashboards, and stories that bring data to life and turn data into thoughtful action. Prerequisites To ensure your success in this course, you should have experience managing data with Microsoft© Excel© or Google Sheets?. Lesson 1: Tableau Fundamentals Topic A: Overview of Tableau Topic B: Navigate and Configure Tableau Lesson 2: Connecting to and Preparing Data Topic A: Connect to Data Topic B: Build a Data Model Topic C: Save Workbook Files Topic D: Prepare Data for Analysis Lesson 3: Exploring Data Topic A: Create Views Topic B: Customize Data in Visualizations Lesson 4: Managing, Sorting, and Grouping Data Topic A: Adjust Fields Topic B: Sort Data Topic C: Group Data Lesson 5: Saving, Publishing, and Sharing Data Topic A: Save Data Sources Topic B: Publish Data Sources and Visualizations Topic C: Share Workbooks for Collaboration Lesson 6: Filtering Data Topic A: Configure Worksheet Filters Topic B: Apply Advanced Filter Options Topic C: Create Interactive Filters Lesson 7: Customizing Visualizations Topic A: Format and Annotate Views Topic B: Emphasize Data in Visualizations Topic C: Create Animated Workbooks Topic D: Best Practices for Visual Design Lesson 8: Creating Dashboards in Tableau Topic A: Create Dashboards Topic B: Enhance Dashboards with Actions Topic C: Create Mobile Dashboards Lesson 9: Creating Stories in Tableau Topic A: Create Stories Topic B: Enhance Stories with Tooltips
LOOKING FOR: ADULT FICTION, NON-FICTION Publisher / editor Scott Pack is now in his third decade working in the world of books. During that time he has been Head of Buying for Waterstones, worked for publishers big and small - including a lengthy spell at HarperCollins - and taught numerous workshops and classes on all aspects of writing. These days he splits his time between writing his own books, editing other people's, teaching the editors of tomorrow as part of the Oxford Brookes University MA in Publishing, and he is one of the question setters for BBC's Mastermind. His latest book, Tips From A Publisher, is out now. As a publisher, Scott has published across most genres in fiction and a wide range of non-fiction and is happy to read any style of writing. He will assess your sample and provide feedback on any issues he identifies, the manuscript's commercial potential and what steps he would advise before you submit to agents or publishers. Scott is very direct with his feedback, so expect robust, but always constructive, comments! Scott would like you to submit your fiction as a covering letter, 1-2 page synopsis and the first 5,000 words of your manuscript in a single word document. For non-fiction, he would like to see:- 1-page synopsis – to give an overview of what the book will offer the reader and how it's different from other books out there on this topic A detailed proposed contents list, including proposed sub-section headings as well as chapter headings – to give a sense of the overall reader journey 1000-1500 words of intro text - to showcase context, tone etc 1000-1500 words from later in the book - to showcase the progression of the book (In addition to the paid sessions, Scott is kindly offering one free session for low income/underrepresented writers. Please email agent121@iaminprint.co.uk to apply, outlining your case for this option which is offered at the discretion of I Am In Print). By booking you understand you need to conduct an internet connection test with I Am In Print prior to the event. You also agree to email your material in one document to reach I Am In Print by the stated submission deadline and note that I Am In Print take no responsibility for the advice received during your agent meeting. The submission deadline is: Monday 12th May 2025
The creative writing industry in the UK is teeming with opportunities, waiting for those equipped with the right skills and passion. From the traditional realms of novel writing and journalism to the contemporary fields of content creation for digital platforms, the demand for talented writers has never been higher. Companies, be they startups or established conglomerates, are in constant search for compelling storytellers who can resonate with their audiences. Similarly, publishing houses are on a perennial quest for fresh voices that can captivate readers. The "Write to Impress: Creative Writing" course has been meticulously crafted to help you seize these opportunities. Through a deep dive into diverse modules - from novel writing and poetry to business communication and proposal drafting - you'll be endowed with a versatile writing toolkit. This comprehensive training not only prepares you for specific roles but also amplifies your adaptability in the dynamic landscape of creative writing. Embarking on this course, you set yourself on a path to not just be a part of the creative writing industry but to stand out and shine in it. Harness the power of creative writing and unlock a world of unparalleled professional possibilities. Learning Outcomes: After completing this Write to Impress: Creative Writing course, anyone will be able to learn: Diverse Writing Proficiency: Master various genres within creative writing, from novels to business communications. Character Development: Learn to craft compelling characters that deepen your creative writing narratives. Dialogue Crafting: Enhance your creative writing skills with realistic and engaging dialogues. Audience Targeting: Tailor creative writing content for specific audiences, from children to professionals. Editing and Evaluation: Sharpen creative writing through critical assessment and refinement techniques. Publishing Insights: Navigate the creative writing publishing world, understanding agents, editors, and submission processes. What will make you stand out? On completion of this online course, you will gain: CPD QS Accredited Proficiency After successfully completing the course, you will be eligible to order your certificate. Lifetime access to the whole collection of learning materials. The online test with immediate results You can study and complete the course at your own pace. Study for the course using any internet-connected device, such as a computer, tablet, or mobile device. Write to Impress: Creative Writing offers a comprehensive journey into the multifaceted universe of writing. From the early foundations and development of writing styles to the intricate techniques of novel and non-fiction creation, this course is meticulously designed to hone your literary skills. With a dedicated focus on critical thinking, evaluation, and the secrets of successful publishing, this creative writing course ensures you emerge not just as a writer but as a strategic and impactful communicator, ready to leave a mark in the diverse world of creative literature and professional writing. The Curriculum of the "Write to Impress: Creative Writing" course are: Module 01: Introduction to Creative Writing Module 02: The Development of Creative Writing Module 03: Novel Writing Module 04: Writing Non-Fiction Module 05: Creating Fictional Characters Module 06: Writing Realistic Dialogue Module 07: Writing Horrors, Thriller and Murder Stories Module 08: Writing for Children Module 09: Writing Poetry Module 10: Proposal Writing Module 11: Critical Thinking Module 12: Business Writing Module 13: Other Writings Module 14: Editing, Evaluating and Getting Published Therefore, reinforce your knowledge and furnish your skills by enrolling in our Creative Writing course. Take one step closer to achieving your goal. Show off your new skills with a certificate of completion - Digital Certificate: CPD Accredited: £4.99 Hardcopy: Hardcopy Certificate: £9.99 (FREE UK Delivery) Hardcopy Transcript: £9.99 CPD 10 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards Who is this course for? The target audience for the Creative Writing course is: Aspiring Novelists: Keen on mastering creative writing techniques for storytelling and character development. Business Professionals: Aiming to enhance their creative writing skills for compelling corporate communications. Poetry Enthusiasts: Eager to dive deep into the creative writing world of evocative poetry. Budding Editors: Seeking proficiency in the evaluation and refinement processes inherent in creative writing. Genre Writers: Passionate about creative writing within specific genres, from horrors to non-fiction. Critical Thinkers: Wishing to intertwine analytical skills with their creative writing endeavours. Requirements Without any formal requirements, you can delightfully enrol in this course. Career path The aim of this exclusive Write to Impress: Creative Writing course is to help you toward your dream career. So, complete this course and enhance your skills to explore opportunities in relevant areas: Creative Writer Freelance Copywriter Copywriting Senior Technical Writer Web Content Writer Website content writer
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Dreamweaver training course description Dreamweaver is a web authoring program that allows you to build professional quality websites. This course starts with a tour of Dreamweaver and customising your workspaces, moving onto HTML and CSS basics. Page layouts, templates and interactive pages are also covered. The final session covers how to use Dreamweaver as a HTML editor. Hands on session follow all the major theory chapters. What will you learn Use Dreamweaver to create websites. Customise Dreamweaver. Use templates. Add interactivity to web pages. Use Dreamweaver to edit HTML code. Dreamweaver training course details Who will benefit: Anyone wishing to create or edit websites. Prerequisites: None. Duration 3 days Dreamweaver training course contents Getting started Installing the programme, Updating to the latest version,, Online content, On first launch, Choosing the program colour theme, Setting up the workspace, Defining a Dreamweaver site, Checking for updates, Additional resources. Customizing your workspace Touring the workspace, Using the start screen, Exploring new feature guides, Setting interface preferences, Switching and splitting views, Selecting a workspace layout, Personalising Dreamweaver, Working with extract, Creating custom keyboard shortcuts, Using the Property inspector, Using the Related Files interface, Using tag selectors, Using the CSS Designer, Using the Visual Media Query (VMQ) interface, Using the DOM viewer, Using Element dialogs, displays and inspectors, Setting up version control in Dreamweaver, Exploring experimenting and learning. HTML Basics What is HTML? Where did HTML begin? Frequently used HTML elements, What's new in HTML5. CSS Basics What is CSS? HTML vs. CSS formatting, HTML defaults, CSS box model, Applying CSS styling, Multiples, classes and ids. Web design basics Developing a new website, Scenario, Working with thumbnails and wireframes, Creating a page layout Evaluating page design options, Working with predefined layouts, Styling an existing layout, Styling elements using the Extract panel, Extracting text from a Photoshop mockup, Troubleshooting CSS styling, Extracting text styling from a Photoshop mockup, Creating a gradient background using Extract, Extracting image assets from a mockup, Adding CSS background effects in code, Finishing up the layout. Working with templates Creating a template from an existing layout, Inserting editable regions, Inserting editable regions, Inserting HTML entities, Inserting metadata, Validating HTML code, Producing child pages, Moving CSS styles to linked file, Updating a template. Working with text, lists and tables Previewing the completed file, Creating and styling text, Creating lists, Creating and styling tables, Spell-checking webpages, Finding and replacing text. Working with images Web image basics, Previewing completed files, Inserting an image, Controlling image positions with CSS classes, Working with the Insert panel, Using the Insert menu, Inserting non-web file types, Working with Photoshop Smart Objects, Copying and pasting images from Photoshop, Inserting images by drag and drop, Optimizing images with the Property inspector. Working with navigation Hyperlinks, previewing the completed file, creating internal and external hyperlinks, setting up email links, Creating image-based links, Targeting page elements, Locking an element on the screen, Styling a navigation menu, Checking your page, Adding destination links. Adding interactivity Dreamweaver behaviours, Previewing the completed file, Working with Dreamweaver behaviours, Working with jQuery Accordion widgets, Inserting a jQuery Accordion widget, Styling a jQuery Accordion. Publishing to the web Defining a remote site, Cloaking folders and files, Wrapping things up, Putting your site online, Synchronizing local and remote sites. Working with code Creating HTML code, multicursor support, commenting your code, Working with CSS preprocessors, Selecting code, Collapsing code, Expanding code, Accessing Split code view, Previewing assets in Code View.
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Aspiring author? We know how frustrating it can be to have a brilliant story idea but feel stuck on where to start. The blank page can be intimidating, and finding the time and confidence to write can seem impossible. This Two-Day Creative Writing Workshop is designed specifically for beginners like you, ready to turn your novel dreams into reality! 🚀✍️
Description Would you like to start and host your podcast show? This course will explain exactly what you need to do to start your own podcast show! We look at what equipment to get, what software to use, recording your show, show format, editing your podcasts, choosing music, legal issues, your hosting options, how to upload and submit your podcast to itunes and the best directories out there and how to monetise and market your show. We start right from the very beginning. No previous experience of any of the above is assumed. We look at what a podcast is, the history of podcasting, the benefits of getting into podcasting and how to do it. Every step of the way is broken down. We don't just 'tell' you, we show you. The videos are clear, step by step, right from your podcast idea right up until submission and promoting your show. Podcasting is an amazing way to promote your brand and for you to promote yourself and become a leading authority in your chosen niche. There are far more blogs on the internet then they are podcasts. As a marketing medium and a direct channel of communication to your target audience, in terms of price comparison, and effectiveness of audience attention - very little measures up to a podcast! You have the undivided attention of your listener, they subscribe to your show, you have the opportunity to literally 'talk' to them ... what other medium or method can compare to this? A podcast can open new doors and opportunities unlike any other. This course looks at the most cost effective methods to achieve a podcast - your host has done all of the legwork and research for you. Save yourself a lot of time effort and energy by taking this course and learning exactly what to do and let us walk you through it. You don't need expensive editing equipment. You don't need to be in a recording studio and you don't need to spend a small fortune on voice over recording artists. You can can start your own podcast show this week (literally) with exactly what you have right now. We do look at different microphones on the market, and we look at which one to go for. We completely demystify and break down the process. If you want to start your own podcast show - this course will show you exactly what to do.... step-by-step. There is an extensive editing section - so you know how to edit your podcast and we look at the various means of monetising your work. Your course tutor is the host of The Authors Podcast which can be found on iTunes and she shows you step-by-step how to host your show, upload your show, name your show, edit your show and submit your show for acceptance. Progressive people, self-starters, those who want to get somewhere in life - achievers! Who is the target audience? Interested in starting your own podcast show What Will I Learn? Start your own podcast show Record and edit your own podcast Submit your podcast show to itunes and other directories Ways to market and promote your show Requirements No prerequisites Introduction to the course and your tutor Introduction to the course FREE 00:05:00 A brief history FREE 00:09:00 Why do you want to start a podcast? 00:18:00 Preparing for your podcast 00:06:00 Preparation 00:14:00 Equipment needed 00:19:00 Microphones 00:14:00 Software to edit your podcast 00:09:00 How to prepare 00:11:00 Editing your podcast How to create an interlude with music 00:14:00 Editing a podcast with Audacity - part 1 00:17:00 Editing a podcast with Audacity - part 2 00:16:00 Inserting an interlude 00:10:00 More editing to finish - part 1 00:15:00 More editing to finish - part 2 00:17:00 Ending the podcast - adding an outro 00:08:00 Editing 00:02:00 Editing masterclass tips 00:13:00 Replacing one interlude with another 00:14:00 Legal issues 00:06:00 Publishing your podcast How to publish 00:13:00 Join the podbean affiliate program 00:06:00 Why podbean? 00:05:00 Publish a podcast on podbean 00:11:00 Publishing - part 1 00:18:00 Publishing - part 2 00:17:00 Unmuting a file on audacity 00:03:00 Podbean - final publishing 00:19:00 Downloading itunes 00:03:00 Installing itunes and logging in 00:02:00 Testing your feed 00:07:00 Validate your feed 00:12:00 Itunes store submission 00:10:00 Marketing Directories 00:09:00 Itunes accepted and social media promotion 00:19:00 Stitcher and other submissions 00:24:00 Marketing tips 00:06:00 Show Me The Money! Podcasting Tips 00:05:00 Monetizing Your Podcast 00:16:00 Budget 00:06:00 Conclusion and Next Steps Conclusion and Next Steps 00:04:00
Duration 4 Days 24 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for both novice and experienced SharePoint users who wish to make full use of SharePoint Online. Overview #NAME? This course delivers the complete site owner story from start to finish in an engaging and practical way to ensure you have the confidence to plan and create new sites or manage your existing sites in SharePoint Online. Your goal is to learn how to make SharePoint online relevant to your team by using a sites functionality to help you share information and collaborate with your colleagues. During the class, you will also learn best practices and ?what not to do? as you watch live, interactive demonstrations and put theory into practice with hands on exercises in SharePoint Online. 1 - An Introduction to SharePoint Online Introducing Office 365 and SharePoint Getting started with Office 365 The cloud revolution Login to Office 365 What is Office 365 Using the app launcher What is SharePoint Office 365 settings Introducing Office 365 Groups Delve Ownership and Access OneDrive 2 - Creating Sites Planning your sites Create new subsites The Office 365 tenant Site templates Web addresses Apply a them Site collections Building your navigation Create a new site Delete subsites Team site navigation User interface: classic vs modern Site contents: classic vs modern Where does classic come from? 3 - Creating and Managing Web Pages The types of pages found in SharePoint Classic SharePoint pages Modern SharePoint pages How to use classic team site pages Create news and site pages Review features of publishing sites Web parts Save, publish, share and delete pages Communication sites 4 - Working with Apps An introduction to apps Co-authoring Marketplace apps Check In ? Out Adding apps to a site Edit and view file properties Create and manage columns Quick edit view Public and personal views File commands Managing app settings Copy link and Share Content approval Folders Major and minor versioning The recycle bin Document sets Alerts Working with files in a library OneDrive sync Create, Upload and edit files Working with classic lists 5 - Building processes with Flow and PowerApps What are business processes? Design and publish a Flow Classic tools for designing processes Getting started with PowerApps in SharePoint Design and test a classic workflow Enhance data capture with PowerApps Getting started with Flow in SharePoint Test a Flow and PowerApps enriched list 6 - Customizing Security Office 365 Group access Share a file Updating Office 365 Group Security Remove a user Managing access to SharePoint Customizing SharePoint security New sites private vs public Create permission levels and groups Setup access requests Security inheritance Share a site Security best practices 7 - Working with Search Delve Search tips An introduction to SharePoint search Accessing classic search Search in folders, libraries and sites Promoted results Search results 8 - Enterprise Content Management Managed metadata service Information management policies An introduction to content types The records center Create and manage content type In-place records management Deploy content types The content organizer Using content types in apps Durable links The content type hub
Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for Senior Consultants (both functional and technical) that aspire to be Solution Architects, or current Solution Architects that are new to the role. The Solution Architect is responsible for the successful design, implementation, deployment and adoption of an overall solution. The Solution Architect ensures that the solution meets the customer?s needs now and in the future. In this course, students will learn about decisions a Solution Architect makes during an implementation, covering security, integrations, Power Apps architecture, Power Automate architecture, and more. This course is designed to give you an introduction to the Solution Architect role. Becoming a Solution Architect/Getting to know your customer Define a Solution Architect Role of a Solution Architect on projects Project Methodology Getting to know your customer Group exercise - Getting to know your customer Conceptualizing the design from requirements How to lead the requirement collection effort Using fit gap analysis Pillars of good architecture Blueprinting the solution architecture Group exercise - Design from requirements Project governance and working as a team Solution Architect's role in project governance Techniques for keeping a project on track Scenarios that could cause a project to fail Group exercise - Project governance and working as a team Power Platform Architecture Key Power Platform architecture components Understand how platform design and limits influence solution architectures Updates and feature releases Understand how to communicate how the platform meets customer needs Data Modeling Data model influences Data model strategy Data types Data relationships Group exercise - Data modeling Analytics and artificial intelligence Planning and evaluating requirements Operational reporting Power BI Enterprise BI Pre-built insights and custom AI Power Apps Architecture Discuss options for apps and how to choose where to start Discuss app composition options Using components as part of your app architecture Considerations for including Portals as an app in your architecture Group exercise - Power Apps Architecture topics Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) Microsoft vision and Solution Architect's role in ALM Environment strategies Defning a solution structure for your deliverable Power Automate Architecture Discuss options for automation and custom logic Review considerations for using triggers and common actions Explore using Business Process Flows (BPF) to guide users through business processes Group Exercise - Evaluate scenarios for Power Automate usage Security Modeling Solution Architect's role in security modeling Discovery and learning your client's environment Controlling access to environments and resources Controlling access to CDS Data Group Exercise - Security Modeling Integration Solution Architects role in Integrations What is an integration and why do we need it Platform features that enable integration CDS Event Publishing Scenarios for group discussion Dynamics 365 Applications Architecture Solution Architect's role when deploying Dynamics 365 apps Architecture Considerations for primary apps Group Exercise - App specific working groups evaluate requirements Power Virtual Agents architecture Introduction Chatbot options Chatbot concepts Best practices Integrate chatbots Power Virtual Agents in Microsoft Teams Robotic Process Automation Introduction Power Automate Desktop Recording and editing tasks Running desktop flows Process advisor Testing and Go Live Solution Architect's role with testing and go live Planning for testing Planning for go live