Python

Machine Learning with Python APIs and Power BI

Machine Learning can be used to make predictions and cluster like data. How can we integrate some basic Machine Learning capabilities with Power BI and have a backend that handles the logic and dependencies? This article provides a basic how-to, showing one way to deploy a Python Machine Learning API and connect via Power BI. One key benefit from a Power BI standpoint - this eliminates the need to be tied to a personal data gateway or worry about Python/Power BI compatibility issues!

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SQL

Learning SQL - Article Series

I'm often asked how accessible SQL as a programming language is for those looking to build Data Analytics or BI skills. My answer is always very! I'm of the belief that anyone with the interest can learn SQL. The next question is often where to start, I'm hoping this series will help.

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Power BI

Tableau and Power BI - A Conversation with Spencer Baucke

I recently sat down with Spencer Baucke to discuss Tableau and Power BI. We discussed my background and how I got into Data Analytics, the strengths of each tool, and who in the community to follow to stay up on trends. Check out the conversation on his blog here.

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Power BI

UI Design and Neumorphism in Power BI

Designing great user interfaces in Power BI is one way to increase use and adoption. Anything that makes the experience more intuitive or enjoyable might be the difference between all your hard work on a backend model seeing the light of day vs. sitting on the shelf. In this post, we walk through an example showing how to implement a recent trend in Web UI design (Neumorphism) in Power BI reports.

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