Enhancing Data Reporting with Programming, Visualization, and AI

Session Abstract: Data reporting involves multiple processes, from preparation and integration to reporting and exploration. Ensuring accurate and timely data is essential for meaningful analysis, and programming skills, business intelligence tools, and AI assistance plays a vital role. Using IPEDS HR data as an example, this poster shows how these tools enhance reporting efficiency. It includes SQL and SAS code for data collection and integration, plus tips for building upload text files. Power BI highlights key data points and improves communication. AI assistance helps understanding IPEDS data usage, such as downloading datasets, identifying relevant tables, and preparing data for analysis.
Techniques featured in this poster can be broadly applicable to other data preparation and reporting tasks. They offer valuable strategies for Institutional Research (IR) professionals seeking to reduce manual effort, uncover hidden insights, and enhance the overall quality of their data reporting workflows.

Keywords: SAS and SQL, Power BI, Data Visualization, IPEDS Upload and Download, AI assistance