

What we’re about
Are you passionate about data, analytics, and business intelligence? Look no further! Our group brings together like-minded individuals who share a common interest in Microsoft Fabric and Power BI.
What We Offer:
- Networking: Connect with Fabric, Data and Analytics Professionals in a friendly, social setting. Share experiences, learn from others, and expand your professional network.
- Stay Informed: Get the latest updates on Fabric & Power BI and explore the capabilities of Microsoft Data products. Discover how these powerful tools can transform your data workflows.
- Solutions Showcase: Discover amazing solutions that can be developed using Power BI and Microsoft Fabric.
- Data Visualization Enthusiasts: Love turning data into compelling visual stories? You’re in the right place!
Event Details:
- Frequency: We meet monthly.
- Perks: Thanks to our generous sponsors, we provide food and drinks during our gatherings.
- Become a Data Rock Star: Join us to explore how Power BI and Microsoft Fabric can elevate your data game!
Remember, Microsoft Fabric & Power BI Melbourne is part of the Microsoft Fabric / Power BI User Group Program. Microsoft is not responsible for content on this website or activities that take place at Group meetings
We’re thrilled to have you on this data-driven journey! 🚀
Code of Conduct for our group
As event and experience organizers, we seek to provide a respectful, friendly, professional experience for everyone, regardless of their gender, sexual orientation, physical appearance, disability, age, race, or religion. We do not tolerate any behaviour that is degrading to any gender, race, sexual orientation, or disability, nor do we tolerate any behaviour that would be deemed harassment or discrimination. Individuals are responsible for knowing and abiding by our standards and we encourage everyone to assist in creating a safe and welcoming environment.
Please report any concerns, suspicious activity, or disruptive behaviour to the user group leadership team so we can address issues immediately.
All group members should follow throughout each interaction:
Be friendly and welcoming
• Listen with purpose and create space for others’ communication preferences.
• Ask yourself how you can make someone's life easier.
Be patient
• Remember that people have varying communication styles and preferences.
• Recognize that not everyone is using their native language. Meaning and tone can be lost in translation.
Be thoughtful
• Think about how others will interpret your words. Aim for clear and productive communication.
• Remember that sometimes it is best to refrain from commenting.
Be respectful and inclusive
• Respect differences of opinion.
• Seek to understand and build bridges, not condemn or criticize.
• Make a conscious effort to include people who differ from you.
Be open and curious
• Assume good intent and interpret others’ statements or questions in good faith.
• Ask questions to understand, not denounce.
• Focus on continuous learning. Improve upon the things you already know, tackle new things, and ask others about their expertise to deepen your own knowledge.
Summary
• Treat everyone with respect, kindness, and empathy.
• Use welcoming and inclusive language.
• Be thoughtful in how you communicate in person and online.
• Do not be destructive or inflammatory.
• Gracefully accept constructive criticism.
• Listen with purpose and create space for others’ communication preferences.
• Reach out to the organizers if you need anything.
Reporting
Please report any concerns, suspicious activity, or disruptive behaviour to the leadership team.
Sponsors
See allUpcoming events (1)
See all- No 82 - Kerry Kolosko & Greg Nash - Power BI Report RoastVivanti - Melbourne, Melbourne
Online Link https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_NDIwOTU0NTAtNzE0Zi00ZTExLTkxYTQtNWFlODgyOTBmODg5%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%223ad8f124-ce7e-433c-b2ab-bfcaa428aaea%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22be3fdb2b-dfd1-4e7d-bf98-732a3c13d47d%22%7d
Details
Join us for networking, drinks and a good time catching up with fellow Power BI enthusiastsAgenda:
5:00PM - 5:30PM Welcome and Networking
5:45PM - 6:45PM Speaker SessionTopic: No 82 - Kerry Kolosko and Greg Nash - Power BI Report Roast
THE SPEAKER
Kerry Kolosko is a Business Intelligence professional with a speciality in data visualisation.-
Workout Wednesday Coordinator.
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Microsoft Data Platform MVP.
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Blogger and speaker.
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Founder || grafiqinsights.com
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Community Data Visualisation Blog || kerrykolosko.com
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Community Data Visualisation Challenges || workout-wednesday.com/power-bi-challenges/
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Community Data Visualisation Q&A || kerkol || community.fabric.microsoft.com
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MS MVP Profile || mvp.microsoft.com
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Sessionize Speaker Profile || sessionize.com/kerrykolosko/
THE SESSION
Think your report is hot stuff? Or maybe it just needs a little extra seasoning? In this interactive session, we’ll bring up publicly available Power BI reports – and brave community submissions – and give them the roast treatment. It’s all about constructive (but honest!) feedback to help you level up your visualisations. Whether you're looking to sharpen your own report design skills or just enjoy a good chart critique, join us for a session full of practical tips, UI fixes, and a bit of fun along the way.Sponsors:
Vivanti
A big thank you goes out to our sponsor, Vivanti, for their support of this Meetup; providing the venue as well as drinks for attendees.Sirius Technology (https://www.siriuspeople.com.au/)
A big thank also to our co-sponsor, Sirius Technology, for their ongoing support of our Meetup and providing us with food for each event.
Sirius Technology recruits across all Technology Disciplines from Development (Front and back-end), Testing, Network, and Security, Project Services (PM's, BA's, Project Coordinators) & Data - across all technology stacks.
The Power BI Developer Checklist
You can download Greg's Power BI developer checklist here: Power BI Report Development Checklist -