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Power BI for Business users - WK08 - Getting a clue about Facts and Dimensions

June 2, 2025 at 12:34 PM

Geordie Life

@geordielife.bsky.social

Data Modeling from a non-technical perspective using boardgames... What could go wrong? Love this! #PowerBI #PowerBITraining #Excel #DataModelling

Ross W @ross-ncl.bsky.social · Nov 17

Second semester of this video series has started plan is for three semesters, but you may convince me otherwise. The purpose here is to talk about what you can do with Power BI when you're not a developer or have special permissions... #powerbi #kimball #datamodelling

youtu.be/4BGVmfOefko?...

Power BI Semantic Models and the requirement to automate their refresh

November 17, 2025 at 10:29 PM

Ross W

@ross-ncl.bsky.social

Woohoo the physical copy has arrived! I know I shouldn't be so excited especially since I've had the electronic copy for a couple of months now but... I guess I'm simple.

#powerBI #Learning #PowerBITraining

March 19, 2026 at 12:15 PM

Data Vizioner

@datavizioner.com

We're excited to announce a new partnership with #enterprisedna - the next gen learning and productivity platform for data and AI. #datavizioner users get an extended 90 day trial to boost their data skills - from data literacy to mastering DAX: t.co/21GvFoYZ6a #powerbitraining

March 11, 2025 at 7:50 AM

Ross W

@ross-ncl.bsky.social

I am always amazed by how often I engage with a new client and they have business-critical reporting produced manually. This is more a discussion about why that is bad; the big reveal of the automation updates is out Monday. #PowerBI #PowerBITraining #DataAnalytics #Excel

youtu.be/xheYYShrl1s?...

Dynamic Content - the Power BI Ethos

July 17, 2025 at 9:09 AM

Geordie Life

@geordielife.bsky.social

A modern analytics platform is designed to be consumed dynamically. The days of static even printed report content are no more. Now we must actively engage not passively accept!

youtu.be/KwbFQR9pCKQ?...

#YouTube #PowerBI #PowerBITraining #DataAnalysis #DataVisualisation

Taking The Power BI PL300 Course

June 18, 2025 at 9:23 AM

Ross W

@ross-ncl.bsky.social

Day job thing this time. I'm seeing lots of talk from people saying "I've done my PL-300, I'm an analyst right", the answer is no, what this video to find out more.
youtu.be/uBYL3kqYn8A?...

#powerbi #datadriven #PowerBITraining #excel

DQS in SQL Server: Top 5 Benefits - MadeSimpleMSSQL

March 21, 2025 at 1:16 PM

madesimplemssql.bsky.social

@madesimplemssql.bsky.social

DQS: A Deep Dive

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#databaseadministration #databasetrusted #DataBaseManagement #PowerBI #PowerBITraining #madesimplemssql #datacollection #uae #sequel #dataharvest #dataextraction #technology #sqldatabase #sqlserverdba #usa #uk #eu #azure #sqlserverdba #sqldba

Uncover the secrets behind impeccable data management with our comprehensive guide to Data Quality Services (DQS) in SQL Server.

Build your first Power BI Scorecard (Metrics)!

September 20, 2025 at 3:50 PM

Ross W

@ross-ncl.bsky.social

Power BI scorecards are so underutilised by businesses, it has been confusing to me as to why people don't use them for everything. Watch the video and see how to get started as what they can do.
youtu.be/NsPIhpRbU2o?...

#powerbi #DataDrivenBusiness #PowerBITraining

Power BI from the perspective of an IT Professional. How best to integrate and deploy a successful Power Platform implementation. What challenges do we see, ...

June 9, 2025 at 12:12 PM

Geordie Life

@geordielife.bsky.social

After watching what's been announced today this series may take a bit of a turn. It is good to hear the platform is staying true to its roots... #PowerBI #DataDriven #PowerBITraining

Ross W @ross-ncl.bsky.social · Mar 18

As part of my ongoing commitment to making organisations simply better with their data we've started a new series. Power BI is going through an existential flip at the moment... Watch and enjoy #powerbi #datatraining #dataanalysis

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Power BI IT - YouTube

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March 18, 2026 at 10:08 PM

Geordie Life

@geordielife.bsky.social

A new week means a new series starts! Like all the best streaming channels, we're releasing new episodes each week.
This is an excellent opportunity for free Power BI Training for everyone.

#PowerBITraining #PowerPlatform #Excel #YouTube

youtu.be/5oPHIZ_4Src?...

Power BI 101 - Back2Basics - Week 1 - Data Modelling with Power Query in Power BI Desktop

Don't Export to Excel instead Analyse in Excel with Power BI

January 27, 2025 at 2:45 PM

Geordie Life

@geordielife.bsky.social

Week 5 and week 6 failed QC... Reshoot, re edit and re upload done. Hope you like it... New videos released on Mondays.

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#YouTube #PowerBI #PowerPlatform #PowerBITraining

February 22, 2025 at 5:46 PM

Geordie Life

@geordielife.bsky.social

Stop Exporting, Start Analysing is so true. When you stop reinventing the wheel all the time you save time and money while also being more secure... Winner Winner right!

#PowerBITraining #PowerBI #PowerPlatform #Excel #DataDrivenBusiness

Ross W @ross-ncl.bsky.social · Jun 13

Switch from exporting data to Excel, which used to rule BI and Analytics, to starting with Analysis in Excel instead. This strategic centring of your data is transformative and will change the way your company uses its data.

youtu.be/2-eYTtJPPD8?...

#PowerBI #Excel

Power BI for Business Users - WK11 - Redo and extend

June 13, 2025 at 12:35 PM

Praveen_NareshIT

@praveennaresit.bsky.social

📊 Power BI with Advanced SQL – New Course Batch Starts December 1st!
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👩‍🏫 Trainer: Ms. Mohana

#PowerBI #AdvancedSQL #DataAnalytics #BusinessIntelligence #PowerBITraining #SQLDeveloper #DataAnalyst #NareshIT #LearnPowerBI #DashboardDesign #BIAnalyst #CareerGrowth

November 28, 2025 at 9:45 AM

NareshIT

@nareshit.bsky.social

Transform Your Career with Power BI Mastery!

Join our comprehensive online training session on Power BI Analytics with SQL integration!

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Trainer: Ms. Mohana
Date: 1st Dec 2025
Time: 8:00 AM (IST)

#PowerBI #PowerBITraining #SQL

November 25, 2025 at 10:33 AM

Ross W

@ross-ncl.bsky.social

Some days you end up using the warts and all footage because it's more genuine than the manicured version.

But non-technical isn't manicured isn't it?

#PowerBI #PowerBITraining #DataAnalytics #DataPrep

youtu.be/VFVkt6ymvPg?...

Memory_allocation_ext wait type:5 causes - MadeSimpleMSSQL

December 8, 2025 at 9:13 PM

madesimplemssql.bsky.social

@madesimplemssql.bsky.social

MEMORY_ALLOCATION_EXT is one such wait type that frequently confounds database managers. Let's Explore Deeply:

madesimplemssql.com/memory-alloc...

#databaseadministration #databasetrusted #DataBaseManagement #PowerBI #PowerBITraining #madesimplemssql #datacollection #uae #sequel

Exploring MEMORY_ALLOCATION_EXT Wait Types in SQL Servers: This comprehensive guide unveils the secrets behind this wait type.

Memory_allocation_ext wait type:5 causes - MadeSimpleMSSQL

June 25, 2025 at 6:20 PM

madesimplemssql.bsky.social

@madesimplemssql.bsky.social

MEMORY_ALLOCATION_EXT is one such wait type that frequently confounds database managers. Let's Explore Deeply:

madesimplemssql.com/memory-alloc...

#databaseadministration #databasetrusted #DataBaseManagement #PowerBI #PowerBITraining #madesimplemssql #datacollection #uae #sequel

Exploring MEMORY_ALLOCATION_EXT Wait Types in SQL Servers: This comprehensive guide unveils the secrets behind this wait type.

Power BI for Business Users - Wk02 - Templates

July 17, 2025 at 5:40 PM

Ross W

@ross-ncl.bsky.social

Week 2 of our series about helping non-developers get the most out of Power BI, we've started with some simple interactions intended to give a great grounding on what you can do. Well worth a watch. #PowerBI #PowerBITraining #PowerPlatform #Templates #Excel

youtu.be/i3Pfa8NY0so?...

AND Operator in SQL: Explore Top 10 Benefits - MadeSimpleMSSQL

October 9, 2025 at 8:50 AM

madesimplemssql.bsky.social

@madesimplemssql.bsky.social

The AND operator in SQL Server is a logical operator used to combine many situations in a clause. Let's Explore Deeply.

madesimplemssql.com/and-operator...

#databaseadministration #databasetrusted #DataBaseManagement #PowerBI #PowerBITraining #madesimplemssql #datacollection #uae #sequel

Discover the complete guide on the AND operator in SQL. Learn syntax, best practices, real-world examples, and interview questions.

Power BI 101 - Back2Basics - Week 2 - Intro to DAX in Power BI Desktop

July 7, 2025 at 5:49 PM

Ross W

@ross-ncl.bsky.social

Week 2 came around quickly. Day in the office cut short for parents downsizing tasks (I'll be glad when they are moved 🤣).

If you're having trouble sleeping why not watch our new video. #powerbitraining #datadrivenbusiness #dataanalyst

youtu.be/uJkScm7sIXE?...

Power BI - Enabling Cross Report Drillthrough

February 3, 2025 at 5:55 PM

Ross W

@ross-ncl.bsky.social

This is such an awesome feature of Power BI that it really should be talked about more. There are some gotchas, though. It felt right to do a shorter video to walk people through setting it up.

#powerbi #powerbitraining #datadriven #northeastbusinesses

www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZcGu...

Power BI for Business Users - WK18 - Context and Governance - A technical look

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April 29, 2025 at 1:39 PM

Ross W

@ross-ncl.bsky.social

Bit more of a technical one this week. Trying to gently introduce and demonstrate context in Power BI. As a foundational concept it seems simple, but then you realise it is a rabbit hole... I hope this proves useful to people. #PowerBI #PowerBITraining #DataModelling #context
youtu.be/U8c_dx3BvJw