Azure Infrastructure for the Power BI Data Consumer
Access denied, connection could not be established - this is exactly what you want to see when trying to connect to your data sources on Azure! With more and more data sources being hosted in the cloud and specifically on Azure, it has become more relevant to understand the different data services on Azure, as well as the options for connecting to these data sources. In this session we will walk through the different data sources in Azure, the different ways to connect to these data sources and what you need to consider when working in Power BI Desktop and Power BI Service. You will be smoothly connecting to all your Azure data sources in no time!Data Perspective in Power BI
Data Perspective in Power BI In this era, where we have a strong need to understand the data around; it is essential to have a skill where one can turn data into a story and explain it using the right tools, which can be well received by the audience. In this session I will take you on a journey where we will try to find insights in the data by visualising it using Microsoft Power BI and then further turn this data into a story that is easy to understand by the audience. Topics: • Importing a public data in Power BI • Overview of the data in Power Query to see the distributions • Creating visuals using the data to get strong evidence of the insights we derive in the data • Summarising & visualising data at different granularities to create rich insights • Create Drill through to the data points and understand the data better • Best practices around choosing the right visuals • Tips and tricks around communicating a story to your audience • Best practices around choosing the theme colours • Bes practices around creating consistency/uniformity in your report • In the end, demonstrating a ready interactive Power BI report that has a story to be explained Agenda: Introductions (5 mins) Presentation (55 mins) Q&A session (15 mins) About Pragati Jain: Pragati has been recently awarded with Microsoft Most Valuable Professional award (MVP) under Data Platform category. Currently, she is working as a Senior Consultant at Avanade in UK and works towards generating and delivering data insights to various customers. She holds a Master’s degree in Data Science and Analytics from Royal Holloway University of London. She is skilled in various tools and technologies like Microsoft Power BI, Tableau, Microsoft Excel, Azure ML Studio, Azure Databricks Pyspark and SQL. She has been using Power BI for few years now and started participating on Power BI Community from last few months where she is one of the community Superusers. Outside work she enjoys photography, loves hiking, she is a trained Indian classical singer and has a passion for painting. She even has her Instagram page dedicated to painting. This event is online. You may need to install Zoom: https://zoom.us/download Space is limited so reserve your seat.Azure Fundamentals Exam
Azure Fundamentals Exam Candidates for this exam should have foundational knowledge of cloud services and how those services are provided with Microsoft Azure. The exam is intended for candidates who are just beginning to work with cloud-based solutions and services or are new to Azure. Azure Fundamentals exam is an opportunity to prove knowledge of cloud concepts, Azure services, Azure workloads, security and privacy in Azure, as well as Azure pricing and support. Join this session to learn more about the exam. Agenda: Introductions (5 mins) Presentation (55 mins) Q&A session (15 mins) About Elkhan Yusubov: Elkhan is a cloud architect, tech trainer, and mentor with experience in enterprise healthcare systems and Microsoft Azure. He is an active Microsoft MVP and MCT, a member of the Microsoft Tech Community, and an Azure SME (Architecture, DevOps, Security) - who is leading the cloud and infrastructure group. He is a community speaker and has volunteered for local and global events; Global Azure, Cloud Lunch and Learn, Azure Back to School, Azure Spring Clean, Festive Tech Calendar, Give Camps, Azure Data Fest, SQL Saturdays, and others. Over the years, Elkhan proudly contributed to Microsoft Azure, Security, and HL7 FHIR communities to advance data interoperability, secure design, and help communities move forward. This event is online. You may need to install Zoom: https://zoom.us/download Space is limited so reserve your seat. Contact with Elkhan: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elkhanyusubov/ www: https://www.thecloudmarathoner.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ElYusubov Members participating in Meetup Live events must be respectful in interactions with people and in content posted on the platform.
Arizona Fabric User Group August Meeting
Mark Your Calendar for the Next Arizona Fabric User Group Meeting! Dear Arizona Fabric Members, We hope this message finds you well! We are thrilled to announce the upcoming second meeting of the Arizona Fabric User Group, and we are excited to invite all the talented professionals in our network to join us. The event will take place on Tuesday, August 22nd at Jenton BI’s headquarters in Scottsdale. The plan is to have some wonderful speakers and allow for open discussion. Plan to meet some wonderful professionals and exchange ideas. Details for the event are as follows: Date: Tuesday, August 22nd Time: 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Location: Jenton BI 16621 N 91st St STE 103 Scottsdale, AZ 85260 As we did in our first meeting, we aim to keep this mixer interactive and engaging. If you have a project, initiative, or idea that you'd like to present during the event, please reach out to us to coordinate in advance so that we may reserve time for you to share. To ensure we make appropriate arrangements, kindly RSVP by August 14th to confirm your attendance. If you wish to present something, please indicate so in your RSVP. Feel free to bring along your colleagues, friends, or anyone else who might benefit from this networking extravaganza. Remember, the more, the merrier!
Transforming Text to SQL: Harnessing OpenAI for Efficient Data Insights
AI expert Rob Kerr will delve into the innovative realm of transforming text into SQL queries using Azure OpenAI's advanced capabilities. He'll explain the challenges and methodologies involved in developing a robust text-to-SQL solution, emphasizing the integration of natural language processing (NLP) and machine learning techniques. Through practical examples Rob will demonstrate how Azure OpenAI's technology can streamline data extraction and query generation, empowering businesses to unlock valuable insights from unstructured textual data with unprecedented efficiency and accuracy. Join us to learn about the future of data analytics through the fusion of AI-driven text understanding and database querying. You will learn: The fundamentals of text-to-SQL transformation using OpenAI technology How to apply various techniques such as Prompt Engineering, Model Fine-Tuning and Retrieval Augmented Generation Techniques for integrating natural language processing (NLP) with SQL query generation How to overcome challenges in interpreting and structuring unstructured text data Rob Kerr is Vice President - Artificial Intelligence at DesignMind. He is a well-known leader in technology consulting, IT management, and software engineering circles. Rob has served in consulting roles with startup and Fortune 1000 companies, and is a Microsoft Certified Azure Solutions Architect, AI Engineer and Data Scientist.Empowering AI Applications with Vector Search in Azure Cosmos DB
Enabling your database for AI applications has never been easier. With the native vector support in Azure Cosmos DB, you can effortlessly deliver rich AI experiences to your users. We’ll start by covering the basics of vector embeddings, vector indexing, vector search, and Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG). These fundamentals set the stage for live demos showing how you can leverage the power of AI right inside your transactional database. You’ll see how Azure Cosmos DB can store and index vector embeddings from Azure OpenAI right alongside your transactional data, run blazing fast vector searches, and deliver natural language responses to natural language questions about your data. Attend this session to accelerate your AI readiness for the future! You will: Get familiar with vector search, vector indexing, retrieval augmented generation, and other foundational AI concepts Learn how to integrate your database with Azure OpenAI to deliver a rich AI experience See live demos that showcase these capabilities in Azure Cosmos DB
Stitching it All Together: An Overview of Microsoft Fabric
Agenda for this community meeting: - Introductions - Presentation - Stitching It All Together: An Overview of Fabric - General Discussion - Any pain points anyone is needing support with currently? More about the presentation: Microsoft Fabric is literally the stitching together of a number of existing Azure tools. Fabric takes the crazy quilt of Azure analytics tools and weaves them into a tight pattern, making it easier to anticipate costs, easier to set up, and easier to complete complex tasks. We’ll do an overview of the capabilities that Fabric provides and talk about how it all fits together.Microsoft Power BI Connect'25 - Post 10th Birthday Showcase
Register Here: Registration Interest Form | Microsoft Power BI Connect'25 - Post 10th Birthday Showcase Website: https://www.meetup.com/up-powerbiclub/events/308304942/ Details Venue: Microsoft Office, Gurugram! Proof of Steps Completion Form to avoid delay in Pass Issuance: https://forms.gle/uWrnos6qF8axbXcs5 Session Agenda: View Event Agenda - Click Here Join us for a high-energy, professional birthday celebration marking 10 years of the Power BI. Featuring expert talks, exclusive swags, snacks, surprise challenges, and a strong focus on networking — this limited-seat event promises inspiration, insights, and connections. Important Reminder ✔ This is a limited-seat, pre-approved entry only workshop. ✔ Ensure you RSVP on Meetup Follow us on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/microsoft-user-group-uttar-pradesh-power-bi-club/] [Must] Subscribe on YouTube [Must] Register via Commudle [Register here to receive passes] [Must for seat approval to join the waitlist], JOIN the Club on Meetup to receive your official pass. ✔ Entry will be denied without a valid pass. No exceptions. ✔ Verifiable certificates will be provided to confirmed attendees only. Eligibility & Entry Rules Please read this section carefully. Entry will be strictly regulated. Only confirmed participants will receive an official event pass. To secure your pass, you must complete all of the following steps: RSVP on Meetup AND join the group “Uttar Pradesh Power BI Club” on Meetup Follow our official LinkedIn page: [Uttar Pradesh Power BI Club on LinkedIn] and Subscribe YouTube Complete your registration on Commudle (Join the waitlist for seat approval) Passes will not be issued to those who fail to complete all of the above steps. Walk-in entries will not be permitted under any circumstances. General Guidelines Agenda: Click Here! Arrive at least 15 minutes early to complete check-in. Maintain professional etiquette throughout the session. You are expected to attend all speaker sessions to be eligible for swags and certificates. Snacks and refreshments will be provided during the break. Swags, Feedback, and Networking All confirmed attendees will receive verified e-certificate & shareable e-badge at the end of the event. We will also have: A networking session with professionals and peers Group photo with all participants Feedback collection to help us improve future events Certificate and swag [T&C] distribution Dare-to-Win Challenge Ten attendees will be randomly selected to receive a special challenge card with a fun and creative activity. Winners will receive mystery notes. Selection Process: Names of all attendees will be added to a wheel. During the event, 10 names will be drawn randomly by wheel. If your name is called and you prefer not to participate, you may inform us at that time or beforehand. In such cases, another name will be drawn. Contact for Queries: [email protected]The Philosophy of Azure Data Engineering - From Fundamentals to Practice
NextGen Data Aspirants Community (NDAC) Microsoft Azure Data Connect - An Interactive Knowledge Sharing Event The NextGen Data Aspirants Community (𝐍𝐃𝐀𝐂) is back with another knowledge-boosting and career-shaping session — designed to help you master the fundamentals of Data Engineering on Azure and build a strong foundation for modern data solutions. Date: 30th Aug 2025 Time: 6:00 PM IST Duration: 1 Hour Mode: Online Session Abstract: In today’s data-driven world, organizations need scalable and flexible platforms to transform raw data into actionable insights. This session will walk you through the core building blocks of Azure Data Engineering, from foundational concepts to practical pipeline development. Session Takeaways: By the end of this session, participants will: • Gain a solid introduction to Data Engineering concepts. • Understand why Azure is a game changer for modern data workloads. • Learn the role of key Azure Data Services (ADLS, ADF, Databricks, Synapse, Power BI). • Differentiate between Data Warehouse, Data Lake, and Lakehouse architectures. • Explore the Medallion Architecture (Bronze, Silver, Gold) and its practical use cases. • Watch a live demo of a data pipeline on Azure Databricks. Don’t miss this opportunity to unlock the Azure Data Blueprint and elevate your data engineering journey with NDAC! 𝑹𝒆𝒈𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝒂𝒕 𝑴𝒆𝒆𝒕𝒖𝒑: https://www.meetup.com/nextgen-data-aspirants-community/events/310628057/?utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=share-btn_savedevents_share_modal&utm_source=link&utm_version=v2 𝑱𝒐𝒊𝒏 𝒖𝒔 𝒂𝒕 𝑴𝒆𝒆𝒕𝒖𝒑: https://www.meetup.com/nextgen-data-aspirants-community/ 𝑱𝒐𝒊𝒏 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑾𝒉𝒂𝒕𝒔𝑨𝒑𝒑 𝑮𝒓𝒐𝒖𝒑 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝒖𝒑𝒅𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒔 & 𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒌: https://chat.whatsapp.com/GHBzZ7rKqylLyXTGJqyTxz 𝑨𝒍𝒔𝒐 𝒂𝒗𝒂𝒊𝒍𝒂𝒃𝒍𝒆 𝒐𝒏 𝑴𝒊𝒄𝒓𝒐𝒔𝒐𝒇𝒕 𝑻𝒆𝒂𝒎𝒔: https://teams.live.com/l/community/FEAVIPJvr_9CQiYFgw 𝑱𝒐𝒊𝒏 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑾𝒉𝒂𝒕𝒔𝑨𝒑𝒑 𝑪𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒏𝒆𝒍 𝑳𝒊𝒏𝒌: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbB2EH33AzNVJEyA6L0r Let’s Explore, Learn, and Innovate—Together!
