Supercharge yourself with the Power of Communities

Leon & Pragati are both Microsoft Data Platform MVPs and have been running Microsoft Power BI UK User group for nearly 3 years now. They are here to share some of their experiences as User group leaders.

If you're looking to learn more about data analytics and how to apply what you know, there's no better way than joining a community.
Communities are great for networking, learning new skills and techniques, and making friends who share your interests. They're also a great place to find jobs and make connections that will help advance your career.

In this session Leon and Pragati will discuss:

- What do analytics communities look like?
- How to find the communities - local groups, etc.?
- How do you join?
- Accessibility, Diversity & Inclusions within user groups
- Why should new and existing data professionals join one?
- Why should those outside the analytics field care about them?
- How to build a thriving community & get most from it?

An Introduction to Machine Learning in Power BI

Machine learning is a branch of artificial intelligence (AI) and computer science which focuses on the use of data and algorithms to imitate the way that humans learn, gradually improving its accuracy. Machine learning is an important component of the growing field of data science.

Through the use of statistical methods, algorithms are trained to make classifications or predictions, uncovering key insights within data mining projects.

In this session we will learn:

- What is Machine Learning (ML)
- How to use Automated Machine Learning to identify sales leads likely to convert using Power BI Premium and PPU
- How to integrate Python with Power BI
- How to identify sales leads likely to convert for free within Power BI Desktop

Pro Report Design In Power BI

Do you often…
Wonder how to create beautiful yet effective charts to persuade and influence your bosses?
Struggle to choose the right chart to showcase your very important insights from your data?
Fumble to find the right file whenever questions change? One moment its’ countries, suddenly is changes to products.
Create many different versions of the same chart at different granularity levels…… only to miss out that one?
Spend too much time disseminating the charts that you’ve created via emails, shared folders, presentations, etc…. because you have too many stakeholders who need to see the same charts but with different lenses.

Learn How To Professionally Design Your Reports In Power BI
This instructor led training will enable you to –

- Create, design and build visually stunning and cohesive reports.
- Enables on-demand slice-and-dice to answer your ever-changing business questions.
- Understand how advanced user interaction (UI) and user experience (UX) can be built within Power BI.

Pump Up Power BI with Python

After integrating Python in the Power BI, the capabilities of power BI desktop can be increased immensely.

Why Use Python in Power BI ?

Using Python in power BI you can automate and optimized the tiring process, create amazing customized visualization, can create machine learning modules and create the visualization based on the predicated result.

In this session we will learn:

- How to Integrate Python with Power BI
- How to use Python as a data source
- Transforming and cleaning data with Python
- Unlock data visualization in Power BI with Python

Analyse 130bn + rows in seconds using Azure Synapse and Power BI

In this session, we will take a 132 billion-row dataset of real-world anonymized marketing data and look at how to build a complete end-to-end analytical storage and data storytelling solution using Azure Synapse and Power BI.

We will cover everything from designing an ELT process using Synapse Pipelines, building a data model optimised for big data in SQL Dedicated Pool as well as how to manage dual connection mode and aggregations Power BI!

We will show:

- How to harness large data volumes using Azure Synapse
- How this approach can break down data silos in your company
- Combining Import and Direct Query modes within the same Power BI data model
- How to create a Power BI dashboard that responds in seconds when working with Big Data in Azure Synapse

Solving Business Problems Using Machine Learning in Power BI

Machine learning is in its heyday, but the question for many businesses remains:

How can it solve the existing problems?

In this session, we will look at business areas in which ML could make a good case. This session will help you solve common business problems using machine learning in Power BI so you can figure out how it might be applied to your business.

In this session we will learn:

- What is Machine Learning (ML)?
- How can we benefit from ML in Power BI
- Solving business problems with ML
- Resources to continue learning

The power of color in Data Visualization

Colors are an effective medium for communicating meaning.

Some have certain implicit psychological associations. Red, for example, is often associated with power, love, and anger. Blue might convey coldness, calm, or logic, depending on the context. Different shades of a single primary color can convey vastly different meanings and emotions.

Two or more colors together can have a profound effect on one another. They can be complimentary, or work in juxtaposition.

In data visualization, color sets the tone and enforces a message for the underlying visual display. It creates a certain atmosphere and can turn an unassuming visualization into an emotion-filled data story.

Of all the design elements in a given data visualization – the headings, the analysis, the comparisons, and so on – color is arguably one of the most important and can speak to your audience in many ways.

In this session we will learn:
- The role that color theory plays in data visualization and storytelling
- How to use color to improve data visualizations
- How colors affect your audience's understanding of data visualizations
- How to use color intentionally to help guide your audience
- Best practice for colors that people with color vision deficiency can interpret

In data visualization, color sets the tone and enforces a message for the underlying visual display. It creates a certain atmosphere and can turn an unassuming visualization into an emotion-filled data story.

Of all the design elements in a given data visualization – the headings, the analysis, the comparisons, and so on – color is arguably one of the most important and can speak to your audience in many ways.

In this session we will learn:
- The role that color theory plays in data visualization and storytelling
- How to improve data visualizations using color
- How colors affect your audience's understanding of data visualizations
- How to use color intentionally in data visualization
- Best practice for colors that people with color vision deficiency can interpret

How to Build and Execute a Successful Data Strategy

In today's data-driven business environment, a well-executed data strategy can be the key to success. However, developing and implementing such a strategy is not always straightforward, and many organisations struggle to see the expected benefits.

This presentation, "How to Build and Execute a Data Strategy," is specifically aimed at executives and business leaders looking to effectively deliver a data strategy. The session will cover essential data strategy components, including defining objectives, selecting the right technologies, establishing governance frameworks, and managing risks.

The presentation will also provide practical guidance on executing a data strategy, including:

- Aligning data initiatives with business objectives
- Measuring the success of data initiatives
- Creating a culture that values data-driven decision-making.

Attendees will leave with a better understanding of how to develop and implement a data strategy that delivers measurable business value, and a roadmap for making data a key part of their organization's success.

Unlocking the Power of AI-Driven Analytics: Mastering Generative AI in Power BI

Discover the future of data analytics in this session, 'Unlocking the Power of AI-Driven Analytics: Mastering Generative AI in Power BI'.

Join us as we delve into the world of generative AI and its transformative impact on Power BI.

In this interactive session, you'll learn how to

- Integrate generative AI into your Power BI workflows.
- Supercharge your efficiency.
- Leverage advanced techniques for ensuring best practices in your development.

Whether you're a seasoned Power BI user or new to the platform, this session will equip you with the knowledge and skills to harness the power of generative AI and elevate your data-driven decision-making.

Don't miss this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve and revolutionise your analytics capabilities!