Explicit Measures Podcast

This festive episode kicks off with a charming fabric gift exchange! The hosts delve into how Power BI and Fabric shape their lives. They explore intriguing AI advancements and how Copilot is empowering non-developers. Childhood holiday memories and favorite movies bring lighthearted nostalgia. Innovative ideas like model pickers and the Application Writer for seamless app integrations steal the spotlight. Plus, suggestions for tag managers and sticky cells enhance workflow in Fabric. A perfect blend of tech and holiday spirit!

Delve into the fascinating role of the 'Intelligence Developer' and its impact on business intelligence practices. Discover how AI is reshaping workflows and the debate over using Fabric SQL versus Azure SQL. The duo reflects on Power BI's evolution and its significant influence on careers. Explore the emergence of agents for developing enhanced data capabilities and automation. With a focus on the skills needed for future intelligence developers, this discussion blends technology and the human touch.

Mike & Tommy dive into "Backward Ontology," exploring whether Fabric IQ can facilitate a bottom-up approach to defining enterprise semantics. They discuss the implications of shifting ontology creation from a top-down mandate to a team-generated process, and provide insights on how organizations can successfully navigate this evolving landscape.https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/fabric/iq/ontology/overviewhttps://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/fabric/iq/ontology/concepts-generatehttps://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/fabric/iq/ontology/resources-frequently-asked-questionsGet 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 Tommy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommypuglia/

Mike & Tommy dive into 1-Click Notebooks, exploring how to start using them and the various customizations available. They discuss why these notebooks are essential for enhancing your Power BI experience, aiming to provide practical tips for effective implementation.https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/power-bi/transform-model/service-notebookshttps://powerbi.microsoft.com/en-us/blog/deep-dive-into-using-notebooks-with-your-semantic-model-preview/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 Tommy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommypuglia/

Dive into the intriguing world of data governance with insights on Fabric IQ's potential role. Explore practical strategies for enhancing governance frameworks and the importance of workspace identity in avoiding credential issues. Discover the benefits of integrating automation and APIs into developer workflows. Delve into the impact of Excel drill-through features, and the balance between MDX and DAX. The conversation wraps with governance guidelines, the challenges of educating users on AI tools, and a deep look into ontology and its relevance for effective data management.

Explore the intriguing world of semantic modeling on the web! Dive into the benefits for Mac users and beginners, along with quick editing capabilities. Discover how live editing and version control can enhance data workflows and governance strategies. Learn about the integration of external tools and the flexibility of managing models across various platforms. Delve into the limitations of web editing and hear about the future of features like Q&A as they transition to Copilot. Get ready to transform your data experience!

Dive into the transformative power of AI tools and productivity hacks that can supercharge your work. Explore Microsoft Ignite's exciting Fabric IQ and Ontology advancements, which promise to redefine data integration. Discover how Facilitator features in Teams can streamline your meetings and foster actionable insights. The conversation unfolds with a comparison of coding environments and the rise of AI-powered apps, unveiling both opportunities and governance challenges ahead. It's a tech rollercoaster you won't want to miss!

Mike & Tommy explore from fragmented import models to unified Fabric semantics, examining how to lead cultural change when teams resist moving from siloed datasets to shared models, and provide practical steps for building a culture that embraces a single source of truth.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 Tommy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommypuglia/

Mike & Tommy tackle the controversial idea of killing your data team, questioning whether centralized BI teams have become expensive bottlenecks, and exploring how embedding analysts into product teams could deliver faster, more impactful insights.https://medium.com/dashboards-suck/kill-your-data-team-why-product-teams-should-own-data-bddd991dcff8Get 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 Tommy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommypuglia/

Mike and Tommy delve into the intricacies of tracking app usage across 70 school districts and 9,000 users. They highlight the challenges of native analytics and explore practical workarounds using the scanner API. The duo dissects the Fabric capacity metrics app, discussing its benefits for troubleshooting. They debate the importance of baseline metrics for different users and emphasize the need for admin access to retrieve detailed data. Practical steps, like exporting logs for reporting, round out their recommendations.