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Explicit Measures Podcast

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Jun 26, 2025 • 1h 13min

436: Deep Dive on CI/CD Branching Strategies

Mike & Tommy are joined one last time by Mathias as they talk technical process and strategy.Get in touch:Send in your questions or topics you want us to discuss by tweeting to @PowerBITips with the hashtag #empMailbag or submit on the PowerBI.tips Podcast Page.Visit PowerBI.tips: https://powerbi.tips/Watch the episodes live every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 730am CST on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/powerbitipsSubscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/230fp78XmHHRXTiYICRLVvSubscribe on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/explicit-measures-podcast/id1568944083‎Check Out Community Jam: https://jam.powerbi.tipsFollow Mike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelcarlo/Follow Seth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seth-bauer/Follow Tommy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommypuglia/
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Jun 24, 2025 • 1h 1min

435: DataOps is the Future of Power BI Teams

Mike & Tommy are joined by Mathias as they take on a hot take about if Data Ops is the future of BI Teams.Get in touch:Send in your questions or topics you want us to discuss by tweeting to @PowerBITips with the hashtag #empMailbag or submit on the PowerBI.tips Podcast Page.Visit PowerBI.tips: https://powerbi.tips/Watch the episodes live every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 730am CST on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/powerbitipsSubscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/230fp78XmHHRXTiYICRLVvSubscribe on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/explicit-measures-podcast/id1568944083‎Check Out Community Jam: https://jam.powerbi.tipsFollow Mike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelcarlo/Follow Seth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seth-bauer/Follow Tommy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommypuglia/
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Jun 24, 2025 • 1h 5min

434: Top Down & Bottom Up for DevOps

Mike & Tommy are joined again by Mathias as they talk about running through approaches to getting DevOps started right.Get in touch:Send in your questions or topics you want us to discuss by tweeting to @PowerBITips with the hashtag #empMailbag or submit on the PowerBI.tips Podcast Page.Visit PowerBI.tips: https://powerbi.tips/Watch the episodes live every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 730am CST on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/powerbitipsSubscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/230fp78XmHHRXTiYICRLVvSubscribe on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/explicit-measures-podcast/id1568944083‎Check Out Community Jam: https://jam.powerbi.tipsFollow Mike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelcarlo/Follow Seth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seth-bauer/Follow Tommy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommypuglia/
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Jun 19, 2025 • 1h 3min

433: DevOps & You (and Your Team) (And Your Data)

Mike & Tommy are joined by Mathias Thierbach to talk about the heck is Data Ops.Get in touch:Send in your questions or topics you want us to discuss by tweeting to @PowerBITips with the hashtag #empMailbag or submit on the PowerBI.tips Podcast Page.Visit PowerBI.tips: https://powerbi.tips/Watch the episodes live every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 730am CST on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/powerbitipsSubscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/230fp78XmHHRXTiYICRLVvSubscribe on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/explicit-measures-podcast/id1568944083‎Check Out Community Jam: https://jam.powerbi.tipsFollow Mike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelcarlo/Follow Seth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seth-bauer/Follow Tommy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommypuglia/
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Jun 12, 2025 • 1h 7min

432: Mailbag! We Just Want to View Reports

Mike & Tommy dive into a great mailbag from a listener on simplifying the report viewing experience. Get in touch:Send in your questions or topics you want us to discuss by tweeting to @PowerBITips with the hashtag #empMailbag or submit on the PowerBI.tips Podcast Page.Visit PowerBI.tips: https://powerbi.tips/Watch the episodes live every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 730am CST on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/powerbitipsSubscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/230fp78XmHHRXTiYICRLVvSubscribe on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/explicit-measures-podcast/id1568944083‎Check Out Community Jam: https://jam.powerbi.tipsFollow Mike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelcarlo/Follow Seth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seth-bauer/Follow Tommy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommypuglia/
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Jun 11, 2025 • 1h 5min

431: What's New in Microsoft Fabric CI/CD

Mike & Tommy run through the latest developments with Git, CI/CD, and Data Ops at Microsoft Build 2025.Get in touch:Send in your questions or topics you want us to discuss by tweeting to @PowerBITips with the hashtag #empMailbag or submit on the PowerBI.tips Podcast Page.Visit PowerBI.tips: https://powerbi.tips/Watch the episodes live every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 730am CST on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/powerbitipsSubscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/230fp78XmHHRXTiYICRLVvSubscribe on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/explicit-measures-podcast/id1568944083‎Check Out Community Jam: https://jam.powerbi.tipsFollow Mike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelcarlo/Follow Seth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seth-bauer/Follow Tommy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommypuglia/
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Jun 10, 2025 • 1h 4min

430: Build for Reports or Build for AI?

The conversation dives into the rapid evolution of AI, likening it to the shift from horse-drawn carriages to modern vehicles. Naming challenges in data architecture reveal how small changes can cause big headaches. The guests share their struggles with Power Query and connection issues in Power BI, stressing the need for better usability. They also discuss the latest AI tools from Microsoft, highlighting the importance of strong semantic models in driving AI functionalities. Insights on the readiness for AI adoption and user-friendly solutions add depth to the discussion.
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Jun 3, 2025 • 1h 4min

429: Shortcut Mania! All the Use Cases of Fabric Shortcuts

The hosts dive into the transformative power of Microsoft Fabric Shortcuts and their impact on data management. They discuss the challenges of embedding composite models in Power BI, along with advancements in SQL tools that simplify database creation. The seamless integration of various data sources, like Delta and Iceberg tables, is explored, highlighting collaborations between BI and data engineering teams. The conversation also addresses risks in selecting data engineering tools, showcasing how shortcuts can streamline processes and enhance workflow efficiency.
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May 29, 2025 • 1h 8min

428: Unpacking Copilot Standalone for Power BI

The discussion dives into the new Copilot standalone feature in Power BI, unpacking its rollout strategy and potential impact. Listeners hear about the challenges of summer parenting and creative engagement solutions for kids. Insightful analysis on data mirroring and governance in Power BI showcases complexities and best practices. The hosts highlight advancements in SQL database tools and the importance of ongoing learning. Finally, they explore AI's role in optimizing tasks, emphasizing the importance of aligning tech tools with business goals.
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May 27, 2025 • 1h 1min

427: What Microsoft Build 2025 Means for You

Discover the fascinating implications of Microsoft Build 2025 on data solutions and analytics! The hosts dive into the groundbreaking announcements surrounding Microsoft Fabric and AI advancements. Explore how these developments will reshape the Microsoft ecosystem for users and developers alike. Additionally, they highlight the increasing role of AI technology across various sectors, showcasing the latest innovations from major tech companies and their integration of AI into services.

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