What is the first step to creating a data set in Fortianalyzer?

The initial step in creating a data set in FortiAnalyzer involves writing an SQL select query. This step is critical because it allows users to specify the exact data they want to analyze. SQL queries are powerful tools for retrieving and manipulating data from the underlying databases, and they help in customizing the data set to meet specific analysis requirements. Without defining what data to pull with a query, it wouldn't be possible to create a meaningful data set.

Defining data visualization, cloning an existing data set, and using the chart builder tool come into play after you’ve established the data set through an SQL query. They are aimed at utilizing or presenting the data rather than creating the data set itself. Thus, beginning with an SQL select query is the foundation for any analysis or visualization that follows.