Argos 3-Day Basic Training Package

These classes are designed for everyone from novice users to the most seasoned technical experts. The Argos Basic Training Package is a 3-day, hands-on class on how to design basic DataBlocks and reports to meet operational reporting needs. This package is suitable for clients who are new to Argos and haven’t purchased the advanced modules for Argos, or
who want to train users who will only be doing operational reporting.

IMPORTANT NOTE: This class does not include analytical reporting (OLAP cubes and charts) or workshop time for the practice of writing DataBlocks or reports.

Topics
Argos Demonstration

For all user groups, this one-hour demonstration, with Q&A session, is an overview of
Argos’s capability and functionality. It will show attendees how to navigate Argos and run a
variety of reports. This is not a hands-on session. Topics Covered:

  • Evisions Support resources
  • Navigating a Dashboard and running Argos reports, including OLAP cubes and drill-through charts
Maps Configuration and Security

For Administrators and DBAs, the session will discuss MAPS
configuration and security. Topics Covered:

  • Data Connections
  • Groups/users
  • Data Dictionary
  • Multiple servers – Test vs. Production
  • Check for Updates
  • API
DataBlock Designer Training

In this hands-on training, we will show the basics of building a
DataBlock dashboard and report query. Topics covered:

  • DataBlock creation
  • Library of Objects & templates
  • Dashboard variables
  • Writing SQL using the Visual Designer
  • Using and updating the Data Dictionary
  • Object level security
  • Scheduling reports
Report Writer Training

In this hands-on training, we will show the attendees how to build
and modify CSV, Extract, and Banded reports. Topics Covered:

  • Security and reports
  • Creating each report type
  • Expressions
  • Sorting & filtering
  • Grouping in banded and extract reports
  • Library of Objects
  • Scheduling reports

Sample Agenda

Course details

Length:
3 days

Recommended class size:
10-15

Recommended audience & knowledge requirements

Argos demonstration:
Open to anyone interested in seeing what Argos can do and how it does it.

MAPS configuration & security:
Application Administrators and DBA (for purpose of security discussions).

DataBlock designer training:
Hands-on training. Requires intermediate knowledge of Banner, and an understanding of query logic or basic SQL.

Report writer training:
Hands-on training. Attendees should be comfortable learning new software.

If you’d like to schedule the training above, OR if you’re interested in a training not listed, let us know.
Our Professional Services team will work with you to customize a course to fit your needs.

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