Excel Fundamentals and Date Calculations

Working with date and time values in spreadsheets often leads to formatting errors and broken formulas without a solid foundation in how temporal data functions. This course guides you through core spreadsheet concepts and specialized date functions, helping you accurately track timelines, calculate project durations, and automate time-sensitive tasks. What you'll learn: • Understand how spreadsheets store and process date serial numbers • Format dates, times, and custom temporal values accurately • Apply practical functions such as DATE, EDATE, and WORKDAY • Calculate date differences, business days, and project deadlines • Combine logical functions with date arithmetic for dynamic reports • Implement modern dynamic array formulas to manage date series. You will start with core terminology and underlying mechanics before advancing to formula construction and practical date management. This course is designed for absolute beginners and professionals looking to refine their spreadsheet skills, requiring no prior experience. Start reading today to gain practical confidence in handling date calculations.