When creating measures often the time aspect is repeated for each one. Make a measure, then make the YTD and PY versions. There must be a better way!
In this episode Sam learns about Calculation groups and how they can reduce the word load!
Link to SQLBI:
sqlbi.com/tools/
Short files:
wiseowl.co.uk/power-bi/shorts/power-bi/calculation_group/
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