22-25 April 2026 
Frank Geisler
Frank Geisler is the owner and CEO of GDS Business Intelligence GmbH, a leading Microsoft Solution Provider specializing in Data and AI. He holds numerous prestigious certifications, including Data Platform MVP, MCT, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure Security Engineer Associate, Azure Data Engineer Associate, and DevOps Engineer Expert. In his role, Frank excels in building robust Business Intelligence systems leveraging Microsoft technologies such as SQL Server, Azure Data Platform, Microsoft Fabric, and Power BI. He is also proficient in constructing Azure infrastructures and architectures using PowerShell and Bicep.
Frank is a prolific author, having written several bestselling books including "Power BI für Dummies," "Azure für Dummies," "Docker für Dummies," and "Pro Serverless Data Handling with Microsoft Azure." As a frequent speaker, he has delivered insightful presentations at major national and international conferences like the PASS Community Summit, SQL BITS, and SQL Server Konferenz.
In addition to his professional achievements, Frank co-founded PASS Deutschland e.V. in 2004 and has served on its board of directors for many years. He also leads the Microsoft Data Community Regional Chapter Münsterland, contributing significantly to the community's growth and development.
Frank Geisler's Sessions
Talking about physical health - Blood sugar: the underestimated dangerSQLBits 2025
In this session, we look at the underestimated risks of high blood sugar levels and possible countermeasures. Even regular visits to the doctor often don't include a blood glucose analysis for people who are not yet of retirement age.
Low flying planes and Realtime Data AnalyticsSQLBits 2024
Using Microsoft Fabric Real Time Analytics to analyze 30 TB Data of aviation data in real time in Power BI. We will show how this can be acheived.
ADX and the last crusadeSQLBits 2023
Introductory session to Azure Data Explorer that shows some examples how to set up ADX and how to use it.
Introduction to Bicep for the Cloud DBASQLBits 2022
In this Session MVP Frank Geisler and first time speaker Timur Dudhasch will give an introduction to Bicep for the Cloud DBA. As more and more systems are migrated to the cloud and as the sheer number of systems rises continuously Frank and Timur will demonstrate how to ease the process of creating and maintaining resources in the cloud via bicep
Code Your Report EnvironmentSQLBits 2020
How to code everything in SSRS with PowerShell.
Advanced Timeseries Analytics and Anomaly detection in Fabric Realtime IntelligenceSQLBits 2026
As organizations move toward hyper-responsive operations, real-time detection of anomalies in time series data becomes critical. This session explores how Microsoft Fabric Real-Time Intelligence (RTI), powered by Kusto Query Language (KQL), enables scalable streaming analytics and built-in anomaly detection.
You’ll learn how to model and analyze streaming time series data with advanced KQL, apply native anomaly detection functions to identify spikes, trends, outliers, and data gaps, and combine stateful pattern detection with event-driven actions using Activator. Real-world scenarios such as IoT telemetry monitoring, infrastructure health, and SLA tracking illustrate how anomaly detection can be embedded directly into streaming pipelines with low latency.
Automating Fabric with the PowerShell Module FabricToolsSQLBits 2026
Tired of clicking through the Fabric UI to deploy workspaces or manage capacities and eventstreams? This session shows how to automate Microsoft Fabric with PowerShell using the FabricTools module.
You’ll learn how to script common administrative tasks, manage workspaces and artifacts, trigger pipelines, and work with the Fabric REST APIs through practical, real-world examples. Whether you’re enforcing standards at scale or simply want to stop doing things manually, this session equips you to automate Fabric efficiently and with confidence.
Break Data Silos: Real-Time Data Mesh with Microsoft Fabric RTISQLBits 2026
Centralized pipelines create delays, fragile ETLs, and data silos. In this session, see how Data Mesh principles, domain ownership, data as a product, and federated governance combine with Microsoft Fabric RTI. Learn how to design a real-time mesh that delivers instant, trusted insights.
Fabric IQ Explained: Turning Insights into Intelligent ActionSQLBits 2026
Fabric IQ brings intelligence directly into Microsoft Fabric, helping organizations move beyond static insights toward context-aware, actionable decisions. In this session, you’ll get a clear, practical introduction to Fabric IQ—what it is, how it fits into the Fabric ecosystem, and how it works with real-time and historical data. Through simple scenarios and demos, you’ll see how Fabric IQ helps surface relevant insights automatically and supports faster, more confident decision-making without adding architectural complexity.
From Awareness to Action: Building Healthy Habits in an IT LifestyleSQLBits 2026
Long hours at a desk and remote work make inactivity a common risk in IT roles. This session focuses on practical, sustainable ways to improve health without extreme diets or fitness plans. You’ll learn how to integrate more movement into your workday, make smarter nutrition choices to support stable blood sugar, and recognize early warning signs from your body. The goal is simple: small, realistic habits that help you stay healthy, energized, and productive over the long term.
From Xbox to Insights: Real-Time Data in ActionSQLBits 2026
Fasten your seatbelts—this is a fast-paced, live-demo session on building a Real-Time Intelligence solution in Microsoft Fabric. Wondering how to generate real-time data for a POC? Join me and 14-year-old Olivia in her speaker debut as we turn Forza Horizon on Xbox into a live data source.
In one hour, we’ll stream telemetry data from the racetrack, transform it into real-time insights with dashboards, and trigger actions using Data Activator. No prerecorded content—just live data, real-time analytics, and hands-on fun.
You’ll leave with practical ideas you can apply in your own environment, even if using an Xbox isn’t an option. Get ready to race into real-time analytics.
IaC Thunderdome: Bicep vs. Terraform!SQLBits 2026
As cloud adoption grows, efficient infrastructure management becomes critical. This session compares Bicep and Terraform, two leading Infrastructure as Code tools, with a focus on data infrastructure scenarios.
We examine key differences in language and licensing, state and backend management, handling of configuration drift, and security considerations. The session also covers infrastructure scope (Azure-only vs. multi-cloud), CLI tooling, and practical deployment examples. Finally, we explore CI/CD and team collaboration, including testing and GitHub-based workflows.
The session concludes with clear decision criteria and best practices to help you choose the right tool based on cloud strategy, project scope, and team expertise.
Real-Time Intelligence Masterclass with Microsoft FabricSQLBits 2026
Today’s organizations can no longer rely on static reports or delayed insights. They need systems that react instantly to events and support real-time, data-driven decisions. This hands-on workshop is designed for data professionals who want to architect and implement modern, event-driven analytics solutions using Microsoft Fabric.
In this full-day, scenario-based lab, participants build an end-to-end real-time architecture using Microsoft Fabric Real-Time Intelligence. You will work with key components such as the Real-Time Hub, Eventstream, Eventhouse, Lakehouse, Real-Time Dashboards, Power BI, Activator, Digital Twin Builder, Data Agents, and Operational Agents. Step by step, you will create CDC-based data streams, ingest and process live event data, enrich streams with business logic, and manage schema drift in dynamic environments.
Talking about physical health - Blood sugar: the underestimated dangerSQLBits 2025
In this session, we look at the underestimated risks of high blood sugar levels and possible countermeasures. Even regular visits to the doctor often don't include a blood glucose analysis for people who are not yet of retirement age.
Low flying planes and Realtime Data AnalyticsSQLBits 2024
Using Microsoft Fabric Real Time Analytics to analyze 30 TB Data of aviation data in real time in Power BI. We will show how this can be acheived.