James McGillivray

Unlock the power of DAX by mastering context—row, filter, and evaluation. This session explores how context shapes calculations and how to control it effectively through hands-on demos, helping report developers build accurate, dynamic solutions in Power BI.

Unlock the potential of DAX. This session simplifies DAX concepts through engaging visuals. From fundamental DAX elements to mastering measures, understanding context, and thinking in DAX, it's all covered visually. Whether you're a data analyst, business intelligence professional, or data enthusiast, this session will empower you to confidently navigate DAX. Don't miss this opportunity to revolutionize your DAX skills and embark on a visually captivating journey to enhance your data-driven future.

Explore the heart of DAX with this unique session, as I take you on an African Safari-themed adventure, where stunning wildlife photography serves as the backdrop for understanding the intricacies of DAX contexts. We'll encounter row and filter contexts, just like wild creatures in their natural habitat. Through captivating visuals, you'll uncover how these contexts shape DAX calculations and measure outcomes. Whether you're a data analyst or a business intelligence enthusiast, this session ensures a memorable and educational experience. Understanding DAX Contexts is your gateway to mastering DAX while enjoying the captivating beauty of African wildlife. Don't miss this opportunity to embark on your DAX adventure.

The famous Power BI Power Hour returns, but this time it has expanded to cover the whole of Fabric!

Power BI Design is a lot like an art form, a mythical beast to many IT professionals. We’re generally inclined to think very analytically about our jobs, and creativity does not always come naturally. Thankfully, there are some patterns we can apply to design reports which are clean, uncluttered, and user friendly. Learn the science behind design, and a series of logical steps to follow to ensure that your reports always meet the mark.

Understanding how DAX determines evaluation context is a critical skill for a Power BI Developer. Writing anything other than the most simple measures requires this skill. In this session we'll explore Filter Context and Row Context individually, and how they combine to form Evaluation Context. We'll have a look at a number of simple measures and visualise how the context affects them.

Data on its own is useful, but boring. Data in story form makes people sit up and take notice. Learn to craft effective stories and maximise the impact of your data communication.

Have you ever looked at other people's Power BI reports, and wondered how they look so good? Designing an aesthetically pleasing report does not require a graphic designer, just the lessons you'll take away from this session.