R and Python visuals
The R and Python programming languages both have strong data analysis and visualization capabilities. This makes these languages a natural fit for data analysis and visualization tools such as Power BI Desktop. In addition to other integration options, such as the ability to use R and Python in Power Query, Power BI Desktop also provides standard visuals for both R and Python.
In order to use the R and Python visuals, you must first install the R and Python programming languages and ensure that the R scripting and Python scripting options are configured in the GLOBAL options (File | Options and settings | Options) as shown in Figure 8.9:
Figure 8.9: R scripting options
As shown in Figure 8.9, Power BI attempts to detect any installed R and Python program language installations and integrated development environments (IDEs). Once you have the R and Python languages installed and configured, you are ready to add an R or Python visual to a report...