The MDX language is powerful but not easy to use. On the surface, MDX looks like SQL, but it can quickly become more complex because of the multidimensional nature of the underlying cube data. After more than 3 years of using MDX, I've found I'm more productive when I apply design and debugging techniques that help me better understand MDX and create more accurate MDX statements. The techniques I use for developing MDX are similar to those I use for developing software in other languages: for co...