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hana123
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Why use Deneb?

I heard about Deneb. Great thing.

But why did we use Deneb? insted of Python

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ppm1
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Solution Sage

Unless you already know Python, Deneb is much easier to learn. It is based on Vega/Vega Lite, which is a powerful grammar of graphics. Two other reasons include 1) you don't need to make sure the needed libraries/packages are supported in the Power BI service and 2) you are not limited to refresh only through a personal gateway.

 

Pat

 

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giammariam
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Solution Sage

Besides only needing know JSON vs Python, which could be much easier learning curve for the non-coder, a big advantage is that Deneb supports interactivity (crossfiltering) with other visuals. As far as I know, the standard PBI python and r visuals do not.



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