You are learning Power Query in MS Excel
What are the future developments and upcoming features for Power Query?
While Microsoft keeps specific details under wraps, there are some educated guesses about future Power Query developments based on industry trends and user feedback:
* Enhanced AI and Machine Learning (ML) Integration: We can expect Power Query to leverage AI and ML more for data exploration and transformation. This might include features like:
* Automated Data Cleaning: AI could identify and fix common data quality issues.
* Smart Query Suggestions: Power Query might suggest data transformations based on the data itself.
* Natural Language Query: Similar to other BI tools, Power Query might incorporate natural language capabilities. This would allow users to express data transformation steps in plain English, making it more accessible to non-technical users.
* Improved Data Connectivity: Microsoft might expand the already vast library of data connectors supported by Power Query. This could include support for new cloud services, big data sources, and APIs.
Here are some resources to stay updated on Power Query developments:
* Microsoft Power BI Blog: This blog often announces new features and functionalities related to Power Query [https://powerbi.microsoft.com/en-us/blog/](https://powerbi.microsoft.com/en-us/blog/).
* Microsoft Power BI Release Plans: These pages detail upcoming features for Power BI, which often includes Power Query enhancements [https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/power-platform/release-plan/2023wave2/power-bi/planned-features](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/power-platform/release-plan/2023wave2/power-bi/planned-features).
Remember, these are predictions, and the actual roadmap might differ. However, they give you a general idea of where Power Query might be headed in the future.