ChatGPT on your own data – Introducing ‘Azure OpenAI on your data’
Author: Etienne Oosthuysen There are a number of things in Microsoft’s evolving AI portfolio, which is in various stages (planned, private preview and public preview), that will allow data workers to leverage the power of Generative AI and Large Language Models, notably GPT, to analyse your corporate data. These include Copilot for Microsoft 365, which […]
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What is Microsoft Fabric and its Game-Changing AI Capabilities
Author: Etienne Oosthuysen Microsoft Build was a whirlwind of critical announcements, but let’s focus on the ones shaking up data analytics. If you’re already using or considering Azure resources like Azure Data Lake, Azure Synapse Analytics, and Power BI for your data analytics needs, sit up and take note! Microsoft just unveiled Fabric, a new […]
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When it comes to agile working, are you cutting the mustard? An antidote to Agile rigidity
Author: Matt Hamp Agile methodology is the new kid on the block in the project world, but are you using it most effectively? In this series of blogs, I will discuss Agile processes and ceremonies, their intent and how we can get lost in their process. I will provide my view on how, as a […]
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Generative AI, another historical game changer
Joint Authors: Laura Christie & Etienne Oosthuysen Technological innovations have revolutionised how we live, work, and interact with one another and played a crucial role in shaping the course of human history. From the invention of the printing press to the development of the Internet, each innovation has brought about significant changes that have transformed […]
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Generative AI example of tools you use today can be used to access and interpret your data
Joint Authors: Alen Michael, Clayton Pilat, Reagan Burpee and Etienne Oosthuysen Generative AI is currently being baked into the various tools we love and use in our data workloads, with more announcements on the way. Make no mistake, every technology vendor is active in this area behind the scenes and exposé is doing just that […]
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OpenAI Concept Cheat Sheet – GPT, DALL-E, Codex, Copilot, OpenAI API, Playground, and Prompting
OpenAI Concept Cheat Sheet Author: Etienne Oosthuysen The world of artificial intelligence can be complex and overwhelming, especially when understanding the various concepts related to GPT (Generative Pretrained Transformer) technology. In this blog post, I will demystify the most important concepts related to GPT, including OpenAI, GPT, ChatGPT, OpenAI Service in Azure, Copilot and more. […]
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Power BI Incremental Refresh for Faster Dataset Refreshes
Power BI Incremental Refresh for Faster Dataset Refreshes Author: Ralph Gonzales In today’s day and age, data is the new gold. Companies keep track of all the data they generate as it aids in understanding their strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and efficiency. Many companies have adopted a data-driven approach in their strategies and decision-making to further […]
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Analysing data using ChatGPT
Analysing data using ChatGPT Author: Etienne Oosthuysen In my previous blog, How will ChatGPT change data analytics, I discuss the potential disruption generative AI, such as ChatGPT, will bring to data analytics. In summary, these impacts are: Generative AI models such as ChatGPT may move data analytics even further away from traditional reporting as users […]
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Our Top Picks, Insights and Key Learnings from the Power BI Summit 2023 – Part Three
Our Top Picks, Insights and Key Learnings from the Power BI Summit 2023 – Part Three Author: Willem Herbst With this being my first time attending the Power BI Summit, I was unsure what to expect exactly. The agenda was packed full of interesting sessions and discussions, and it quickly became apparent that I would […]
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Our Top Picks, Insights and Key Learnings from the Power BI Summit 2023 – Part Two
Our Top Picks, Insights and Key Learnings from the Power BI Summit 2023 – Part Two Author: Rachael Potts The 2023 Power BI Summit, hosted by RADACAD, was packed with presentations by well-known and experienced presenters, including expose’s own Heidi Hasting who, held a session on Power BI Report Server – Things to know. With […]
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Our Top Picks, Insights and Key Learnings from the Power BI Summit 2023 – Part One
Our Top Picks, Insights and Key Learnings from the Power BI Summit 2023 – Part One Author: Herika Medeiros The Power BI Summit is the biggest annual Power BI conference and is run virtually across five days. It brings the best and brightest from around the globe, including Microsoft’s Power BI product group, community experts […]
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How will ChatGPT change data analytics?
How will ChatGPT change data analytics? Author: Etienne Oosthuysen ChatGPT, Open AI and Generative AI are all the rage, and I must admit, pretty impressive. But to the data professionals out there, what is its link with data analytics? And let me be clear, there definitely is a link and a disruption on the near […]
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