Building Responsive SSRS Reports from Pluralsight

This course will help you learn to build responsive reports that render across all devices and screen sizes perfectly. You'll learn designing, developing, and deploying responsive reports using SSRS, SSDT, and mobile report publisher tools.

Over time, reporting requirements have evolved with the need to support devices varying in screen sizes and resolutions, such as tablets and mobile phones. In this course, Building Responsive SSRS Reports, you’ll learn how to develop responsive reports that cater to all devices and screen sizes. First, you’ll delve into the fundamentals of responsive design and its purpose. Next, you’ll discover SSRS features like a mobile report that enables you to build responsive reports. Further, you'll learn about creating reports for all three form factors, branding the reports, designing reports using maps and interactive visual components, creating different types of reports like drillthrough and parameterized reports, Finally, you’ll explore the best practices to be followed while creating responsive reports. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of SSRS needed to build responsive reports.

What's inside

Syllabus

Course Overview

Getting Started with SSRS Responsive Reports

Creating Responsive Dashboard and Reports for COVID-19 Statistics

SSRS Report Types and Best Practices

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Read about what's good

what should give you pause

and possible dealbreakers

Focuses on how to use and create mobile reports using Report Builder and SQL Server Data Tools

Taught by Venkatesh Muniyandi, a recognized expert in SQL Server Reporting Services

Explores how to create reports for tablets and mobile phones

Building Responsive SSRS Reports helps learners cater to all devices and screen sizes

This course assumes prior knowledge of SSRS and SQL Server Data Tools

Reviews summary

Building responsive ssrs reports for professionals

According to students, Building Responsive SSRS Reports is a highly practical course that effectively teaches how to create responsive reports across various devices using SSRS, SSDT, and mobile report publisher. Learners consistently praise the clear explanations and hands-on demonstrations, finding them particularly effective for making complex topics easy to follow and apply immediately. While the course provides a solid foundation, a few learners suggest certain sections felt rushed or could benefit from more advanced examples. There is also feedback indicating that prior knowledge of SSRS is highly beneficial for optimal understanding. Overall, it is considered a valuable resource for BI developers aiming to modernize their reporting skills.

Provides a strong foundation but could expand on advanced topics.

"Good content, covers the essentials... I wish there were more advanced examples, but it's a solid foundation."

"Decent overview. It helped me understand responsive design principles... but I felt some explanations were a bit superficial."

"While the course provides a strong start, I sometimes needed to research specific optimizations myself."

Instructor explains complex concepts very clearly and effectively.

"Instructor explains complex concepts very clearly. Highly recommend for BI developers."

"The course delivers on its promise... easy to follow and apply immediately."

"I appreciate how well the instructor broke down the responsive design principles."

Offers practical demos easily applicable to real-world tasks.

"The practical demos were spot on and immediately applicable to my work."

"This course was exactly what I needed... The step-by-step approach made it easy to follow."

"I found the section on mobile report publisher particularly useful."

Older reviews mentioned some issues with pacing and audio quality.

"The audio quality in some early lectures was also poor."

"Some parts felt a bit rushed, and I wish there were more advanced examples..."

"It's a very fast-paced course, which might be challenging for absolute beginners."

Course benefits from, and sometimes assumes, prior SSRS familiarity.

"Disappointed. Assumes too much prior knowledge, especially with data sources."

"Some previous experience with SSRS is highly recommended, as it moves quite fast."

"While not explicitly stated as a prerequisite, I found it much easier having some SSRS background."

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Building Responsive SSRS Reports with these activities:

Review previous materials on database design and data visualization.

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Strengthens the foundational knowledge required for effective responsive report design and development.

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Review notes and materials from previous courses.
Practice creating simple reports.

Read "The Art of SQL" by A. Beaulieu.

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Provides a solid foundation in SQL, which is essential for effective SSRS report development.

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Read and understand the book.

Participate in peer review sessions of responsive SSRS reports.

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Fosters collaboration and provides constructive feedback for improving the quality of reports.

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Organize peer review sessions with classmates.
Present and share reports for review.
Provide constructive criticism and feedback.
Incorporate feedback into report revisions.

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Write a blog post on best practices for responsive report design.

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Develops critical thinking and communication skills while reinforcing the principles of responsive report design.

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Research and gather information on best practices.
Organize the content in a logical flow.
Write and edit the blog post.
Publish and share the blog post on relevant platforms.

Career center

Learners who complete Building Responsive SSRS Reports will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Data Scientist

Data Scientists use statistical and other techniques to extract insights from data. They create reports that can be used to communicate data insights to stakeholders. This course is a great fit for Data Scientists who want to learn how to create reports that can be used to communicate critical information to stakeholders.

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Report Developer

Report Developers design and develop reports that communicate information to stakeholders. They work with data analysts and other stakeholders to define report requirements and create reports that meet those requirements. This course is a great fit for Report Developers who want to learn how to create reports that can be used to communicate critical information to stakeholders.

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Statistician

Statisticians collect, analyze, and interpret data to help businesses make better decisions. They use statistical methods to identify trends and patterns in data. This course may be useful for Statisticians who want to learn how to create reports that can be used to communicate statistical insights to stakeholders.

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Data Analyst

Data Analysts collect, clean, and analyze data to help businesses make better decisions. They use statistical and other techniques to identify trends and patterns in data. This course may be useful for Data Analysts who want to learn how to create reports that can be used to communicate data insights to stakeholders.

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Business Intelligence Analyst

Business Intelligence Analysts collect, analyze, and interpret data to help businesses make better decisions. They use data visualization and other tools to create reports that can be used to communicate business insights to stakeholders. This course may be useful for Business Intelligence Analysts who want to learn how to create reports that can be used to track progress towards business goals and make better-informed decisions.

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Financial Analyst

Financial Analysts assess the financial performance of companies and make recommendations on how to improve it. They use financial data to create reports that can be used to make investment decisions and track progress towards financial goals. This course may be useful for Financial Analysts who want to learn how to create reports that can be used to communicate financial information to stakeholders.

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Quality Assurance Analyst

Quality Assurance Analysts test software and other products to ensure that they meet quality standards. They create reports that document test results and identify defects. This course may be useful for Quality Assurance Analysts who want to learn how to create reports that can be used to communicate quality information to stakeholders.

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Business Analyst

Business Analysts help businesses define their goals and objectives. They develop plans to reach those goals, taking into account the resources available. This course may be helpful for Business Analysts who want to learn how to create reports that can be used to track progress towards goals and make better-informed decisions.

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Software Developer

Software Developers design, develop, and maintain software applications. They work with stakeholders to define requirements and create software that meets those requirements. This course may be helpful for Software Developers who want to learn how to create reports that can be used to communicate software development progress and results to stakeholders.

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Project Manager

Project Managers plan, execute, and track projects. They work with stakeholders to define project scope and create reports that can be used to track progress towards project goals. This course may be helpful for Project Managers who want to learn how to create reports that can be used to communicate project information to stakeholders.

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Technical Writer

Technical Writers create documentation that explains the use of products and services. They work with subject matter experts to gather information and create documentation that is accurate and easy to understand. This course may be helpful for Technical Writers who want to learn how to create reports that can be used to communicate technical information to stakeholders.

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User Experience Designer

User Experience Designers design and evaluate the user experience of products and services. They work with stakeholders to define user requirements and create reports that can be used to track progress towards user experience goals. This course may be helpful for User Experience Designers who want to learn how to create reports that can be used to communicate user experience insights to stakeholders.

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Web Developer

Web Developers design and develop websites and other web-based applications. They work with stakeholders to define requirements and create websites that meet those requirements. This course may be helpful for Web Developers who want to learn how to create reports that can be used to communicate web development progress and results to stakeholders.

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Product Manager

Product Managers lead the development and launch of new products and services. They work with cross-functional teams to define product requirements and create reports that can be used to track progress towards product goals. This course may be helpful for Product Managers who want to learn how to create reports that can be used to communicate product information to stakeholders.

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Market Researcher

Market Researchers conduct research to understand the needs of customers and the competitive landscape. They use this information to develop marketing strategies and create reports that can be used to track progress towards marketing goals. This course may be helpful for Market Researchers who want to learn how to create reports that can be used to communicate market insights to stakeholders.

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