Latest Updates on the PL-300 Power BI Certification Exam
Angelica Choo Quan highlights key revisions to the PL-300 Power BI Certification Exam, effective April 2024. These updates emphasize enhancing report usability and storytelling capabilities within Power BI, aligning the exam with current best practices in data visualization. Key New Skills Introduced in the PL-300 Exam The PL-300 exam, a pivotal certification for Power BI… Read More
Effortlessly Load Multiple Files with Folder Data Sources in Power BI
Power BI supports a wide range of data sources, but did you know it can also streamline loading multiple files simultaneously? The secret lies in the “Folder” option found under the Get Data menu. While a folder itself isn’t a traditional data source, the files it contains definitely are. Revolutionize Data Import with the Folder… Read More
How to Create Tables in Microsoft Fabric Warehouses
In this guide, we’ll explore the steps for creating tables within Microsoft Fabric Warehouses, a key component of Microsoft’s all-in-one analytics platform. Austin Libal, a data engineering trainer walks us through the key differences between Lakehouses and Warehouses in Microsoft Fabric and demonstrates how to create and manage structured data using SQL commands. Understanding Microsoft… Read More
Essential Power Apps Functions Every Beginner Should Know
Are you just getting started with Power Apps development? One of the most frequent requests I receive during training sessions is a handy cheat sheet featuring the key functions every beginner should master. Understanding these core functions can drastically improve your ability to build effective and efficient apps quickly. In this guide, I’ll introduce you… Read More
Unlocking Analytical Power with Small Multiples in Power BI
Welcome to another valuable tutorial. In this session, Mitchell Pearson reveals how simple yet strategic tweaks using Power BI’s native features can dramatically enhance your data visualizations. As Microsoft continues to update Power BI, many users overlook the depth of capabilities available. Mitchell’s recent client experience highlights the power of small multiples, transforming ordinary charts… Read More
Microsoft Power BI Tops Gartner’s Magic Quadrant for BI and Analytics Platforms
We’re thrilled to highlight Microsoft Power BI’s recent recognition as a leader in Gartner’s Magic Quadrant for Business Intelligence (BI) and Analytics Solutions. This influential report evaluates leading BI platforms and ranks them based on their vision and execution. Power BI’s position at the forefront showcases Microsoft’s innovation and commitment to delivering powerful analytics tools.… Read More
Introduction to Azure Database for PostgreSQL: Unlocking Open Source Power on Azure
Recently, I’ve been exploring open-source databases on the Azure platform, and today I want to share insights about Azure Database for PostgreSQL. This Microsoft service represents a significant milestone by positioning PostgreSQL as a first-class citizen on Azure, demonstrating Microsoft’s strong commitment to supporting the open-source community. As application demands grow and data workloads become… Read More
How to Use Data Migration Assistant for Azure SQL Database Migration
In today’s post, I’ll guide you through the process of using the Data Migration Assistant (DMA) to evaluate and prepare your on-premises SQL Server database for migration to an Azure SQL Database. For those new to this tool, the DMA helps you upgrade to a modern cloud data platform by identifying compatibility issues that could… Read More
Mastering Power BI Custom Visuals: The Advanced Card Explained
In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to utilize the Advanced Card visual in Power BI, a powerful alternative to the native Card visual. The Advanced Card offers enhanced customization options that let you tailor your reports to fit your data storytelling needs. Exploring the Full Potential of Module 107: Unlocking the Advanced Card Visual in… Read More
Mastering Power BI Custom Visuals: HTML Viewer Overview
In this tutorial, you’ll discover how to effectively use the HTML Viewer custom visual in Power BI. This powerful visual enables you to embed and render HTML content directly within your Power BI reports, preserving the original styling and layout of the HTML code. Power BI continues to evolve as a leading business intelligence tool… Read More