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Bring your data to life with the ultimate beginner's guide to Power BI, now featuring Microsoft Fabric, Copilot, and full-color visuals to make learning data modeling, storytelling, and dashboards easier and faster than ever Key Features Build data literacy and gain confidence using Power BI through real-world, beginner-friendly examples Learn to shape, clean, and model data using Power BI Desktop and Power Query, with zero experience required Build vibrant, accurate reports and dashboards with real-world modeling examples Book Description Updated with the latest innovations in Power BI, including integration with Microsoft Fabric for seamless data unification and Copilot for AI-powered guidance. This comprehensive guide empowers you to build compelling reports and dashboards from the ground up. Whether you're new to Power BI or stepping into a data role, this book provides a friendly, approachable introduction to business intelligence and data storytelling You'll start with the Power BI Desktop interface and its core functionality, then move into shaping and cleaning your data using the Power Query Editor. From designing intuitive data models to writing your first DAX formulas, you’ll develop practical skills that apply directly to real-world scenarios. he book emphasizes how to use visualizations and narrative techniques to turn numbers into meaningful insights The chapters focus on hands-on, real-world examples—like analyzing sales trends, tracking KPIs, and cleaning messy data. You'll learn to build and refresh reports, scale your Power BI setup, and enhance your solutions using Microsoft Fabric and Copilot. Fabric unifies analytics across your organization, while Copilot speeds up your workflow with AI-driven insights and report suggestions By the end of the book, you’ll have the confidence and experience to turn raw data into insightful, impactful dashboards What you will learn Understand why data literacy matters in decision-making and careers Connect to data using import, DirectQuery, and live connection modes Clean and transform data using Power Query Editor and dataflows Design reports with visuals that support clear data storytelling Apply row-level security to enforce access and data protection Manage and monitor Power BI cloud for scalability and teamwork Use AI tools like Copilot to speed up prep and generate insights Learn Microsoft Fabric basics to enable unified data experiences Who this book is for This book is ideal for anyone looking to build a solid foundation in Power BI, regardless of prior experience. Whether you're just starting out or stepping into a new role that involves data, you'll find clear, approachable guidance throughout. The step-by-step tutorials and real-world examples make it easy to follow along—even if it’s your first time working with business intelligence tools

What if your AI could securely take action, not just assist? Learn how Microsoft Frontier AI solutions on the Microsoft Cloud power autonomous agents with built-in security, governance, and seamless Copilot integration. Event Details: Date: Feb17, 2026 Time: 12 PM- 2 PM EST Register Here For FREE: https://cutt.ly/2tsMRdGr

You’ll see how these foundations seamlessly integrate with Microsoft Copilot across Microsoft 365 and Dynamics 365, and why governance, identity, and security must be embedded by design as AI autonomy grows. Join this LIVE online session to gain practical insights, proven best practices, and clear next steps to build a confident, secure, and future-ready AI organization.

NOTE: "ALL REGISTRATIONS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH DIGITAL ACHEIVEMENT BADGES ISSUED DIRECTLY FROM MICROSOFT"

What you will learn:

• Understanding the Frontier AI Firm
• Frontier AI Solutions on Microsoft Cloud
• Modernization for Agentic AI
• Security, Governance, and Trust
• Q&A + Next Steps with the Instructor

Register Today and secure your spot - See You in the Masterclass

This is an In-Person Evening Session

Detailed information and registration can be found here : https://dataminds.be/mcp-❤%ef%b8%8f-azure-the-real-story-conversational-bi-a-comparison-between-environments-and-key-decisions-to-be-made-in-person-element61/

MCP ❤️ Azure: The Real Story

Speaker: Chidi Nweke & Konstantin Lazarov

MCP is everywhere right now, but much of the discussion is hype-heavy and light on real engineering. In this session, we’ll focus on what actually changes, what doesn’t, and what MCP genuinely enables in a Microsoft stack.

We’ll look at how MCP on Azure and Microsoft 365 has helped us deliver more with less. You’ll see practical examples of how MCP connects with AI agents with the broader M365 ecosystem. We’ll then dive into how Azure-native tools like API Management can be used to quickly build MCP servers, along with the trade-offs such as cost and flexibility versus creating them from scratch.

Expect architecture patterns, lessons from the field, and a clear-eyed view of what MCP means for AI agents today (and what it absolutely does not magically fix).

Conversational BI: A comparison between environments and key decisions to be made

Speakers: Artur Tyvaert

Conversational BI is gaining traction as the next big step in analytics. It promises to bridge gaps left by traditional BI by answering one-off questions in a natural Q&A format and adapting to changing business needs. But how should its architecture look, and when do we choose Databricks Genie, Microsoft Copilot, or a custom solution?

In this session, we’ll compare scenarios across key dimensions to answer: “Which conversational BI setup fits which use case?”

• Semantic layers: Power BI vs. Databricks—how they’re built, the role of metric views, and whether YAML-based definitions offer advantages over TMDL.
• Governance: Permissions and security—RLS in Power BI vs. role-based access and data masking in Unity Catalog.
• Environment: Does Genie’s Lakehouse integration give it an edge? What if you already invested in Power BI? How is conversation history handled for user insights?

If you’re new to conversational BI or planning your first implementation, join us to gain clarity on building reliable, scalable conversational analytics.

Are you ready to stay ahead of modern cyber threats with Agentic AI? Join us on January 27 for a live, instructor-led masterclass where you’ll learn how Microsoft Security Copilot Agents help security teams detect threats faster, automate response, and gain real-time intelligence across Microsoft Defender, Entra, and Intun

Event Details: Date: Jan 27, 2026 Time: 10 AM- 12 PM EST Register Here for FREE: https://cutt.ly/OtaK7165

In this 120-minute session, you’ll explore how Security Copilot Agents work, see real-world security use cases, and understand how Agentic AI is shaping the future of cybersecurity.

NOTE:🎖️ : "ALL REGISTRATIONS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH DIGITAL ACHEIVEMENT BADGES ISSUED DIRECTLY FROM MICROSOFT"

What You Will Learn

• Introduction to Microsoft Security Copilot Agents
• The Future of Security with Agentic AI
• Deploying Security Copilot Agents in Microsoft Defender
• Identity Security with Copilot Agents in Microsoft Entra
• Strengthening Endpoint Protection with Microsoft Intune Agents
• Q&A + Next Steps with the Instructor

Register Today and secure your spot. See you in the Masterclass!!! 😊

Hey everyone, hope you can join us for this user group. We will kick off with a rundown of the latest Microsoft security news, then have two awesome speaker sessions, ending with prizes and giveaways.

Wednesday 21st January 2026 Times below in UTC/UK.

• 1800-1815 -- Kick off and latest Microsoft security news
• 1815-1900 -- Fabio Bonolo - The EU AI Act 2024: How Copilot and ChatGPT Fare
• 1900-1915 -- Break/over run
• 1915-2000 -- Per-Torben Sørensen & Åsne (Aasne) Holtklimpen - Urgent Access Without Security Compromise!
• 2000 -- Packt + ENow giveaways - books + vouchers

*** Please note that sessions are NOT recorded. ***

Next Porto.DATA meetup is virtual and done in partnership with AZUGPT

Session's language: English

Session: SQL Supercharged: Azure, Fabric & Copilot in Action Speaker: Javier Villegas Summary: This session explores the latest innovations in Azure SQL and the brand new SQL on Fabric, with new possibilities for mirroring and intelligent analytics. We’ll also unpack what’s coming in the next version of SQL Server, from performance enhancements to security features. Finally, discover how Copilot can help us to interact and manage data to enhance productivity for data professionals.

Session: A walk in the park with the brand-new version of the Logic App Data Mapper (2025) Speaker: Sandro Pereira Summary: After the first version was released on Nov 15, 2023, and after many delays, Microsoft announced a new and improved Data Mapper UX on Feb 11, 2025, which will make many developers very happy! We can say that, in a way, this is a second version of the Data Mapper since it is a complete redesign. In this session, we will present the new Data Mapper experience for Logic Apps Standard and explore the capabilities of this new map. Using a visual designer, we will see how we can apply XML to XML transformations or XML to JSON transformations.

Agenda:

• 18:30 - Welcome and introduction
• 18:35 - Session: SQL Supercharged: Azure, Fabric & Copilot in Action
• 19:20 - Session: A walk in the park with the brand-new version of the Logic App Data Mapper (2025)
• 20:00 - Closing

Join the Microsoft GitHub Copilot Masterclass and discover how AI can revolutionize your development workflow. This live session will show you how GitHub Copilot helps write better code, reduce repetitive tasks, and increase productivity.

You’ll learn how to seamlessly integrate Copilot into your projects. Gain practical tips, explore real-world examples, and experience how AI can instantly enhance your code quality.

Event Details: Date: Dec 15, 2025 Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST 👉 Registration Link: https://cutt.ly/ytuwm8UF

NOTE: "ALL REGISTRATIONS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH DIGITAL ACHEIVEMENT BADGES ISSUED DIRECTLY FROM MICROSOFT"

Agenda:

• How GitHub Copilot works and integrates into your development environment
• Best practices for writing effective prompts and using context-aware suggestions
• Scaling Copilot adoption in teams: tools, metrics, and success strategies
• How Copilot reduces dev time, improves quality, and empowers developers

Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your cloud security skills - Register Today! 🙂