Jun 19, 2024
Everything Is Still BI – Ep. 329
In this episode of Explicit Measures, we discuss Everything Is Still BI and what it means for Power BI practitioners.
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Jun 14, 2024
Microsoft Fabric is a Team Sport – Ep. 328
In this episode of Explicit Measures, we discuss Microsoft Fabric is a Team Sport and what it means for Power BI practitioners.
Jun 12, 2024
MAILBAG! Is Fabric Ready? – Ep. 327
In this episode of Explicit Measures (Ep. 327), the team discusses key Power BI updates, practical techniques, and what to watch next.
Jun 7, 2024
Uncovering Fabric Security Whitepaper – Ep. 326
Microsoft’s Fabric/Power BI security whitepaper consolidates the knobs and patterns admins need. The team discusses why it matters, what to skim first, and how it helps in “hard conversations” with IT.
Jun 5, 2024
Data Exploration & Spin Off Projects – Ep. 325
Exploration creates ideas—but it can also derail delivery. The team talks about how to capture “parking lot” ideas, set boundaries, and turn the best spinoffs into real projects.
May 31, 2024
The Separation of Data & Content – Ep. 324
A practical pattern: separating semantic models from report content so many creators can build thin reports securely. The team walks through roles, RLS, and workspace strategies.
May 29, 2024
The Impact of Task Flows – Ep. 323
Task Flows provide a visual way to map end-to-end Fabric work in a workspace. The team discusses why it’s a game-changer for documentation and navigation—and what’s still missing in preview.
May 24, 2024
Microsoft Build Fabric – Ep. 322
Mike reports from Microsoft Build with a rundown of what stood out—Copilot in more experiences, DAX Query View, and Fabric updates like task flows and real-time analytics.
May 22, 2024
Building and BI Team – Ep. 321
What does a modern BI/Fabric team look like? The team talks roles, first hires, and how to bridge data engineering, modeling, and reporting so adoption actually happens.
May 17, 2024
Licenses, Models & User Groups – Ep. 320
A wide-ranging episode: Semantic Link gotchas, licensing for public portfolios, and practical modeling advice—plus why user groups and consistent routines help people keep learning.
May 15, 2024
Future of Data Visualization – Ep. 319
The team explores the future of data visualization—where AI, natural language, and better storytelling fit, and why fundamentals like modeling, performance, and accessibility still matter.
May 10, 2024
Role Shifts & Fabric – Ep. 318
Fabric is shifting roles across BI teams. The discussion covers how report developers, modelers, and data engineers are converging—and what skills and processes help teams adapt.
May 8, 2024
Why Quick Wins Are So Important – Ep. 317
Quick wins create momentum in BI projects. The team discusses how to pick the right wins, build trust, and avoid trading short-term speed for long-term maintainability.
May 3, 2024
Metrics Hub, Hot New Feature – Ep. 316
Metrics Hub is a new way to centralize and discover KPIs in Power BI. The team breaks down metric definitions, ownership, governance, and how to avoid metric sprawl.
May 1, 2024
Fabric Deployment Methods – Ep. 315
A practical look at Fabric deployment methods—how to structure workspaces, environments, permissions, and promotion paths so teams can ship reliably without creating chaos.
Apr 29, 2024
Tips+ Designer and Theme Generator Tutorial: Automatic Visual Objects with AI
Welcome to today’s tutorial where we’ll explore an exciting feature implemented to streamline your background creation process in Power BI. If you’ve...
Apr 26, 2024
The Importance of Semantic Link – Ep. 314
In this episode of Explicit Measures, we discuss the importance of semantic link.
Apr 24, 2024
The Value of Demos – Ep. 313
In this episode of Explicit Measures, we discuss the value of demos power bi tips.
Apr 19, 2024
Abnormal Data Documentation – Ep. 312
In this episode of Explicit Measures, we discuss abnormal data documentation.
Apr 17, 2024
Power Query Paginated & Folders – Ep. 311
In this episode of Explicit Measures (Ep. 311), the team covers Power BI news and the main discussion topic.
Apr 12, 2024
Does It Feel Like Too Much? – Ep. 310
In this episode of Explicit Measures (Ep. 310), the team covers Power BI news and the main discussion topic.
Apr 10, 2024
Fabric, AI & The Future of Consulting – Ep. 309
In this episode of Explicit Measures (Ep. 309), the team discusses Microsoft Fabric, AI, and what these changes mean for the future of consulting.
Apr 5, 2024
Fabric Conference 2024 – Ep. 308
In this episode of the Explicit Measures podcast, Mike discuss Fabric Conference 2024 - Ep.308 - Power BI tips.
Apr 3, 2024
Fabric Conference 2024 – Ep. 307
Mike recaps FabCon 2024 in Las Vegas—key announcements, why task flows matter, and what the conference revealed about the Fabric roadmap (AI, OneLake, governance).