
Robert French
From the first day at university when Robert was introduced to a mainframe computer, it was love at first sight. Since then he has worked hard to establish a career in Business Intelligence. Having worked in a diverse range of industries such as Banking, Retail, Architecture, and Grant Management software. Currently the co-organizer of the Glasgow Data user group. He is always on the lookout for more computer mischief.
Robert French's Sessions
Make my report pop - using psychology, physiology, and design to create dazzling reportsSQLBits 2024
Reports are often seen as dry and boring, but they don't have to be. We can create informative and visually appealing reports by understanding how the human brain processes information and how we respond to different colours and designs.
Reports can be visually appealing and engaging.This session will show how to use. Use psychology, brain physiology, color theory, and design principles to create dazzling reports.
Psychology, use Gestalt psychology to direct your audience's attention to the most important information.
Use priming to influence your audience's expectations and perceptions.
Use storytelling to make your report more relatable and engaging.
Brain physiology, use visuals to communicate your key points quickly and effectively.Keep your audience's limited working memory in mind.
Color theory to create a visually appealing and engaging report.
Design principles, visual hierarchy to guide your audience's attention. Create a balanced and visually appealing report.
Use unity to create a unified look and feel.
Choose fonts that are easy to read and complement the overall design of your report, and so much more
How to be awesome at getting your next jobSQLBits 2024
Finding that job you desire and want can be hard work. First, writing that CV that gets your name on the interview list. Then, making the first good impression at the interview, handling those tough questions easily. These skills are something you can learn
This session, is based on many years real life hard won experience. What will be shared is tips and techniques that have got me jobs I wanted. This session is full of practical advice that you to can take away and use in your life. I will share some of the tips and techniques I have used to get roles over our career.
* Creating a CV that gets noticed.
* How to work with recruitment agents.
* What to say when you speak with recruitment agents.
* Ways to get your name to the top of the recruiter's list.
* How to prepare for an interview
* Get some insider tips on how to deal with those difficult interview questions.
* What to say and what not say at an interview.
* First hand advice from someone who has been on both sides of the job interview.
When you leave this session, you have techniques and tips you can use as soon as you leave the session to help you in your search for that role you want.
Ask the Expert - Group B (Wed: 13:50 to 15:40)SQLBits 2024
Come and see to some of our amazing speakers on one of these topics:
5. Data Science and Analytics:
6. Microsoft Tools and Technologies:
7. Programming and Development:
8. Data Management and Governance:
9. User Experience and Design:
Ask the Expert - Group A (Sat, 9:00 to 9:50)SQLBits 2024
Come and see to some of our amazing speakers on one of these topics:
1. SQL and Databases:
2. Microsoft Fabric and Related Technologies:
3. Power BI and Data Visualization:
4. Azure and Cloud Technologies:
Ask the Expert - Group B (Sat: 16:00 to 16:50)SQLBits 2024
Come and see to some of our amazing speakers on one of these topics:
5. Data Science and Analytics:
6. Microsoft Tools and Technologies:
7. Programming and Development:
8. Data Management and Governance:
9. User Experience and Design:
Power BI Incremental refresh made simple.SQLBits 2023
Power BI has many amazing features that will make life much easier and more efficient. Yes, incremental refresh is one of them, so you read the official Microsoft documentation. Maybe once, then again, just a few more times. Now you have more questions than answers. Or was that just how I felt? If you thought the same thing or want to ask questions, this session is for you.
This session will look at setting up incremental refreshes for both Dataflows and Datasets. Explain what ALL the different settings mean and words we can all understand. How will I perform this daring feat? Using a combination of words, pictures and examples. As part of the presentation, I will share the demo code so you can try this at home.
Leaving this session, you will understand how to configure Incremental Refresh and use it when you return to your office. You will have a link to the code shown as part of the session. So that you to can see how it works.
The art and skill of listeningSQLBits 2020
We all want to be listened to. In our busy world sometimes we forget how to listen, often to other people. There are advantages to listening, and its a skill we can learn.
10 reasons to look at using Azure Data StudioSQLBits 2020
Yet another new tool from Microsoft ! Why should you consider using it? Thats a good question. In this session we will explore at least 10 reasons to use the tool, and maybe a few more.
Power BI Incremental refresh made simple.SQLBits 2023
Power BI has many amazing features that will make life much easier and more efficient. Yes, incremental refresh is one of them, so you read the official Microsoft documentation. Maybe once, then again, just a few more times. Now you have more questions than answers. Or was that just how I felt? If you thought the same thing or want to ask questions, this session is for you.
This session will look at setting up incremental refreshes for both Dataflows and Datasets. Explain what ALL the different settings mean and words we can all understand. How will I perform this daring feat? Using a combination of words, pictures and examples. As part of the presentation, I will share the demo code so you can try this at home.
Leaving this session, you will understand how to configure Incremental Refresh and use it when you return to your office. You will have a link to the code shown as part of the session. So that you to can see how it works.
Are Pie Charts Evil?SQLBits 2022
Why do some people hate pie charts? Some people love pie charts. Lets take a quick look at Pie charts and what they are good for, and maybe not so good for.
How to be awesome at getting your next jobSQLBits 2022
Changing jobs, finding another job, getting a better job, is not easy. Personally I have successfully moved jobs many times. This session is to share some hard won vital experience. How to prepare for interviews, get better at interviews, and most importantly get that job you want. Simple easy to follow tips to help you get another role if you want.
Overcoming imposter syndromeSQLBits 2022
Imposter syndrome, that feeling you do as good as everyone else. So many of us feel that way, we can find ways of facing it and maybe overcoming it. This session is about looking at it and overcoming with.
Power BI Licensing - A New Hope (for Small to Medium Companies)SQLBits 2022
If you want to share your reports with external users, then they must have a PowerBI Pro Licence. Well not entirely correct there are other options, this session will present and explore some 3rd party options. As well as considering what Microsoft offer and how the other options work.
Power BI licensing made simpleSQLBits 2022
Power BI licencing is not an easy topic to get information about or to understand. This session is a straightforward, easy to understand, showing the up sides and down sides of each option. By the end of the session you will have a good overview. Also we will talk about some 3rd party options which allow share reports with people who do not have a PowerBi pro licence. Oh yes you come along and find out how ;-)
Goldilocks and the three business bearsSQLBits 2022
Why do we sit watching a TV screen hour after hour by choice? Storytelling is a highly profitable, worldwide industry. Telling stories is a skill we can all learn. Telling stories is one of the best ways to communicate our points and make sure people remember them.
The curse of knowledgeSQLBits 2022
Have you sometimes thought that no one completely understood that self-evident point you made? We are information brokers and workers. Knowledge and information are at the core of our jobs and roles. When we communicate with others, we can suffer from the curse of knowledge.
The art and skill of listeningSQLBits 2020
We all want to be listened to. In our busy world sometimes we forget how to listen, often to other people. There are advantages to listening, and its a skill we can learn.
10 reasons to look at using Azure Data StudioSQLBits 2020
Yet another new tool from Microsoft ! Why should you consider using it? Thats a good question. In this session we will explore at least 10 reasons to use the tool, and maybe a few more.