Looker Tutorial

Looker is a business intelligence (BI) and data exploration platform that helps organizations make more informed decisions based on their data. It allows users to create and share reports, dashboards, and visualizations from various data sources. Below is a basic tutorial to get you started with Looker:

### Getting Started with Looker Tutorial:

1. **Sign Up and Log In:**

   - Go to the Looker website (https://looker.com/) and sign up for an account.

   - Once registered, log in to your Looker account.

2. **Connect to Data Source:**

   - Looker can connect to various data sources, including databases, spreadsheets, and cloud platforms. Connect Looker to your data source by providing the necessary connection details.

3. **Explore the Looker Interface:**

   - Familiarize yourself with the Looker interface. The main components include:

     - **Explore:** Where you can build queries and explore your data.

     - **Looks:** Saved queries or reports.

     - **Dashboards:** Collections of visualizations and reports.

4. **Create a New Query:**

   - Click on "Explore" and select the data set you want to analyze.

   - Use the fields in the data set to build your query.

   - Add filters, measures, and dimensions to refine your data.

5. **Save a Look:**

   - Once you have a query you like, save it as a Look.

   - Looks are reusable, saved queries that you can easily revisit.

6. **Create Dashboards:**

   - Combine multiple Looks into a Dashboard for a comprehensive view.

   - Customize the layout and arrangement of visualizations.

7. **Share and Collaborate:**

   - Share Looks and Dashboards with your team or stakeholders.

   - Set up scheduled deliveries for automated report sharing.

8. **Advanced Features:**

   - Explore more advanced features like creating calculated fields, using custom visualizations, and incorporating data from multiple sources.

9. **LookML:**

   - For advanced users, LookML is Looker's modeling language. It allows you to define your data model and create reusable components.

10. **Training Resources:**

    - Looker provides official documentation, training videos, and community forums for additional support and learning.

### Resources for Learning Looker:

1. **Official Documentation:**

   - Looker's official documentation is a comprehensive resource for learning and troubleshooting. It can be found on the Looker website.

2. **Training Videos:**

   - Looker provides video tutorials covering various aspects of the platform. Check the Looker YouTube channel for these resources.

3. **Community Forums:**

   - Looker's community forums are a great place to ask questions, share experiences, and learn from other Looker users. Visit the Looker Community on the Looker website.

4. **Looker Blog:**

   - Looker's blog often features tips, best practices, and case studies that can provide valuable insights.

Remember, Looker's capabilities may evolve over time, so it's a good idea to refer to the latest documentation for the most up-to-date information.