This project uses machine learning to predict forest fire areas using meteorological data from Algeria. The best performing model was Ridge Regression.
# π Retail Sales & Profit Analysis Dashboard (Power BI + SQL)
This project analyzes a retail dataset (Superstore) to uncover **sales and profit trends**, **state-wise losses**, and **top-performing customers** using SQL and Power BI. It simulates a real-world data pipeline with an end-to-end analytics approach.
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## π Project Structure
| Component | Description |
|----------|-------------|
| `Sample - Superstore.csv` | Raw data (Orders, Sales, Profit, Region, etc.) |
| `superstore_dashboard.pbix` | Power BI report file (includes data + visuals) |
| `superstore.sqbpro` | SQLite database project |
| `analysis_queries.sql` | SQL queries used for aggregation and preprocessing |
| `dashboard_overview.png` | Screenshot of final dashboard |
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## π Key Features & Insights
### π₯ Year-wise Profit Trend
- π Profit increased consistently from **2014 β 2017**
- Peak profits in **Q4 2017**
### πΊοΈ State-Level Analysis
- β **Top Loss-Making States**:
- Texas: βΉ-25,729
- Ohio: βΉ-16,971
- Pennsylvania: βΉ-15,559
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**Top Profit States**:
- California: βΉ76,381
- New York: βΉ74,038
- Washington: βΉ33,402
### π₯ Customer Segmentation
- Identified **Top 10 Customers** by total sales
- Insights can guide loyalty or upsell campaigns
### ποΈ Interactive Filters
- Slicers for **Year** and **Category** help dynamic filtering
- Charts and KPIs update in real-time based on user input
### π KPI Summary Cards
- π¦ Total Orders
- πΈ Total Sales
- π° Total Profit
- π₯ Total Unique Customers
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## π· Dashboard Preview
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## π οΈ Tools & Technologies
- **SQL (SQLite Studio)** β Data cleaning and aggregation
- **Power BI Desktop** β Visual analytics and dashboarding
- **DAX** β Custom calculated columns (e.g., Year extraction)
- **Data Modeling** β Relationships between tables, slicers
- **Excel/CSV** β Raw data input
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## π How to Use
1. Clone or download this repository
2. Open `superstore_dashboard.pbix` in Power BI Desktop
3. Apply filters or explore different charts
4. Open `ana β¦