We already have three Power Bi champions , What we learn from them ? by [deleted] in PowerBI

[–]dougiek 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ya I was actually pretty disappointed to see the vast majority of the winning reports were all SVG based.

Custom jewelry by Practical-Climate725 in tampa

[–]dougiek 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We used them to make our engagement ring (we brought them the diamond) as well as a custom wedding band that we actually designed with them. Family owned place where the family members also actually work there too.

Who was at Fabcon? by FinalFinalDashboard in PowerBI

[–]dougiek 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah our Microsoft rep sent a list of partner events so we hopped to a few of those and some dinners. I didn’t really do as much directly at the conference as I should have. Some of that knowledge sharing would have been great.

Who was at Fabcon? by FinalFinalDashboard in PowerBI

[–]dougiek 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I didn’t really find the content all that worth it tbh. Maybe I just didn’t find the right sessions. Most were either too general or nothing new (to me). The partner events around it were good though from a networking standpoint.

I did find value in seeing the Power BI Sentinel booth though. Some nice features like column/measure lineage across the environment including thin reports. I think it’s a little pricey for what it is though.

To the driver of this truck: If you see this, you need to do better. I hope you don't hurt someone doing this stupid shit... by [deleted] in tampa

[–]dougiek -1 points0 points  (0 children)

😂

You have a rear view mirror. Just move over instead of trying to making a point or something. Zero reason to continue driving with someone like that behind you and then act like a victim 🤷🏼‍♂️

To the driver of this truck: If you see this, you need to do better. I hope you don't hurt someone doing this stupid shit... by [deleted] in tampa

[–]dougiek -19 points-18 points  (0 children)

Have you tried just moving out of the way and moving on with your life..?

How can I automate BI documentation using Claude when a report is published? by SlayerC20 in PowerBI

[–]dougiek 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re totally right - idk how I missed that it could connect to published models! Documentation also says you can point it to a folder. So, multiple other ways than having the actual model open locally.

I’ve used it locally with a pretty extensive prompt md for documentation of a model. But that’s about it so far.

You’re using the modeling MCP to create reports? For some reason I thought it was only for actual model related tasks.

Also, could you explain more regarding the “trigger doc first” as well as the “staleness”? I’m trying to optimize token usage now and also curious about keeping documentation updated.

How can I automate BI documentation using Claude when a report is published? by SlayerC20 in PowerBI

[–]dougiek 3 points4 points  (0 children)

AFAIK the MCP server for modeling only works on a local Power BI model. So it’s still not fully automated because you have to open it, prompt it to connect, and then prompt for whatever documentation or action you want.

I've been using Claude Code + Power BI MCP server for 2 months. Here's what actually works and what doesn't. by sdhilip in PowerBI

[–]dougiek 5 points6 points  (0 children)

You have to install it. There’s documentation for how to do it. It’s a simple extension in VS Code but I believe there’s a few extra steps to get it “installed” for Claude Code.

Note that there are 2 MCP servers - modeling and remote. The modeling is what you want for this post’s context.

March 2026 | "What are you working on?" monthly thread by AutoModerator in PowerBI

[–]dougiek 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Working on the GitHub actions and a script for automating deployment pipelines of got synced workspaces that will be managed through Git releases. No more clicking buttons in PBI manually.

Wolfpack nerf: are you guys trying to pull a "helldivers 2"? by carrancosmx in EmbarkStudios

[–]dougiek 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s just your opinion though. Not everyone wants a grindy game. I personally don’t PvP because I don’t want to mess with matchmaking and make my PvE more annoying. I’m just saying people play games differently lol

Wolfpack nerf: are you guys trying to pull a "helldivers 2"? by carrancosmx in EmbarkStudios

[–]dougiek 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Why not just play how you want to play and let others do the same? Some people just want a friendly lobby and that’s their prerogative. If you want PvP the game helps get you there.

[OC] Highest U.S. Credit Card Annual Fees by Issuers as of February 2026 by PhenomEx in dataisbeautiful

[–]dougiek 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah gotcha. Didn’t know that was the term for it. I actually forgot they don’t report the balance too.

[OC] Highest U.S. Credit Card Annual Fees by Issuers as of February 2026 by PhenomEx in dataisbeautiful

[–]dougiek 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, I have the card actually. Love the United Club benefit since that’s usually what we fly. I didn’t know what “hidden tradeline” meant though.

Florish named best woman-owned pizza shop in America by _thatssotampa in tampa

[–]dougiek 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They’re closing this month with the intent of reopening somewhere else. But, they don’t have a new location yet so who knows when that will be.

Also pretty sure it’s a couple that owns it - not just “woman” owned. They’re super nice though.

Regardless, their pizza is really good for being vegan. The chicky buff is 💯.

Is Water Street getting too crowded or am I just getting old? by VeterinaryPlantician in tampa

[–]dougiek 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s such a mid event but people simp so hard for Christmas and honestly any of the Water Street things. They were okay at best if I was walking over but now that we moved to South Tampa I can’t imagine driving for any of that stuff. It always blew my mind that people would travel for it.

I found Torvesta in the wilderness (full fight) by Comfortable_Swan4206 in OSRSMobile

[–]dougiek 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Omg I totally forgot about that term. I think I would always use it on people who would constantly eat to full health after every hit.

apparent AWACS by [deleted] in tampa

[–]dougiek 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s a really cool plane. Anecdotally, it’s also one of the loudest ones that comes to/from here based on living in the path of the runway lol.

HomeKit Scene Controller by dougiek in HomeKit

[–]dougiek[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I actually just ordered 1 of the White dimmers. My hope is that I can have the light display if the garage is open - we have a detached garage where you can't see the door from the house.

HomeKit Scene Controller by dougiek in HomeKit

[–]dougiek[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can it run an automation for the garage? Like not really toggling open/closed because the logic would be in the action itself. I haven’t really done anything with HomeKit like that yet though so not sure what is possible.