This content, written by Shanann Monaghan, was initially posted in Looker Blog on Jun 14, 2018. The content is subject to limited support.
Whether you are brand new to Looker, or an expert in LookML, Looker now has a single destination to find all of the content, training and resources you need...the !
Here is a breakdown of everything you have access to.
User guide homepage
If you are new to Looker, start here.
The is broken into three goal based pathways. Collectively, they will guide you through all you need to know to get started with Looker.
The pathways
View: Learn how to use Looker to view dashboards, reports and more.
Build: Learn how to pivot and filter data, create custom visualizations, and share dashboards with your stakeholders.
Develop: Learn how to connect to your database and get started writing LookML, our SQL-derived development language.
Once you’ve selected your pathway, you're free to browse through Looker's curated content and learn more about the aspects of Looker that interest you most.
Help center
This is where you’ll find answers to the most commonly asked Looker questions. Our is full of troubleshooting advice, how-to guides and assorted best practices. Type in your question for thorough answers courtesy of Looker's team of service experts: The Department of Customer Love.
Documentation
Your for using Looker and understanding the technical details.
Closely aligned with releases and product updates, you’ll find articles, in-depth video tutorials and useful information on everything from administration functions, writing LookML and organizing content.
User forums
are your direct connection to the ever-growing Looker community of data lovers. Always an excellent resource for users of all skill levels, join conversations with other users and ask questions or share your learnings. A User Forum is a great place to learn with your peers and help others solve data problems.
Training
Our new online is the place to go for accessing live and self-paced training courses. Register for any of the free eLearning courses for on-demand videos and self-service learning. Or, if you prefer, join one of our weekly live webinars or in-person classroom trainings.
Not sure where to look? Type your question into the User Guide search box and see where you can find applicable content across resources.
Go ahead, dive in.
Find what you need or learn something new with the .
If you have thoughts on ways we can improve this experience, don’t hesitate to reach out. Email me directly at and we can chat.
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