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Meetings 1st Thursday every month, in-person AND virtual!📅 #Azure #PowerBI #SQLServer #ML #Synapse #DAX #Fabric 🔗 https://www.meetup.com/microsoftdataplatformbirmingham/
No tricks, just treats! 🍬

Double, double, data and trouble… 🧪 This Halloween, get ready for some frighteningly good insights at our next session with Abhi Jayanty!

💾 Topic: #NoSQL Data Stores – What, Why, How

Don’t ghost us 👻
🔗 meetup.com/microsoftdataplatformbirmingham/events/311580027
October 31, 2025 at 7:05 PM
🧠 SQL vs NoSQL: when, why, and how?

Find out with Abhi Jayanty at our next Microsoft Data Platform Group Birmingham meetup!

📅 6th Nov, 13:00 GMT | Virtual
🔗 meetup.com/microsoftdataplatformbirmingham/events/311580027
October 28, 2025 at 6:07 PM
📢 Join us Thursday, 6th Nov, 13:00 GMT for our next Microsoft Data Platform Group Birmingham session!

💡 Speaker: Abhi Jayanty
🧠 Topic: “NoSQL Data Stores – What, Why, How”

Discover how NoSQL fits into modern data solutions 🚀
🔗 meetup.com/microsoftdataplatformbirmingham/events/311580027
October 27, 2025 at 4:32 PM
🙌 Yesterday we hosted #FabFestConf and we’re calling it a big success!
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us in person, and in spirit.

Now the big question… who’s up for joining us again next year? 🎉
October 3, 2025 at 12:00 PM
🎉 It’s here... #FabFestConf is today!

We’re thrilled to join the buzz, connect with amazing people, and get inspired. See you all at the Millennium Point in Birmingham, bright and early!🥳

#FabFest2025 #DataCommunity
October 2, 2025 at 7:15 AM
📊 Aya! The Birmingham Data Platform User Group has officially reached 3,288 members!

We’re thrilled to see the community growing and thriving. Thank you for being part of it. Let’s keep pushing the boundaries of the data platform!📊👏💯

#PowerBI #MicrosoftFabric #UserGroup #Community
September 16, 2025 at 12:53 PM
Coming to FabFest? Here’s your survival guide:

📍 Location: Millennium Point, Birmingham
♿ Accessibility? Absolutely
🥗 Lunch? Provided — with GF & vegan options
☕ Coffee, juice, water & biscuits? Flowing freely
🎤 Sessions? Quality guaranteed

We’ve got you covered. Just bring your curiosity.
September 13, 2025 at 12:18 PM
We can officially say that it's less than a month until our yearly event @fabfestconf.bsky.social!🤩
September 12, 2025 at 5:03 PM
A podcast that goes "deeper than tech" and inspires systemic change! Hosted by Brenda Darden Wilkerson, "B The Way Forward" explores inclusion, innovation, and what it takes to build a more equitable tech future👏

A must-listen!🔌 anitab.org/b-the-way-fo...
September 7, 2025 at 7:53 AM
Level up your data skills with the Birmingham User Group!👏

📚 We're all about knowledge sharing, networking, and a great community vibe. Come for the insights, stay for the friendly faces😜

#PowerBI #Fabric #UserGroup #Networking #Community
www.meetup.com/microsoftdat...
September 6, 2025 at 12:18 PM
We'd like to give a massive shout-out to our sponsor, Purple Frog Systems! As leading #DataAnalytics and #AI consultants, their expertise helps businesses get the most out of their data. We're so grateful for their continued support!🐸

➡️ Check them out: www.purplefrogsystems.com
September 5, 2025 at 6:05 PM
📊 Power BI docs made practical:

✅ Power Query metadata
✅ Tabular Editor scripting
✅ INFO.VIEW DAX
✅ VertiPaq Analyzer
✅ JSON themes
✅ Semantic Link Labs

All tied together in a user-friendly app!

🗓️ Sept 4 | 🕐 13:00 BST | Online
🔗 www.meetup.com/microsoftdat...
August 23, 2025 at 7:20 PM
👋 MEET THE ORGANISERS!👋

With a corgi named Betty, a love for crocs, and some cool tattoos, Annabel brings a unique #marketing perspective to the #data world! She's passionate about exploring how data can be used in unexpected ways and is a huge asset to our team!📊

www.meetup.com/microsoftdat...
August 23, 2025 at 4:19 PM
For an empowering and honest look at the #tech world, we recommend the Deeper Than Tech podcast🙌

It's a fantastic resource for Black women in the #technology industry, offering practical advice and a supportive community.

📱Listen Here: open.spotify.com/show/1HYdoX4... 💯
August 23, 2025 at 1:51 PM
👋 MEET THE ORGANISERS!👋

Alex is a #Microsoft #MVP, a chartered engineer, and a regular speaker at data events around the world! When he's not sharing his Business Intelligence expertise with us, he's taking to the skies as a qualified pilot✈️ #DataPlatform

www.meetup.com/microsoftdat...
August 23, 2025 at 12:18 PM
Looking for inspiration? We're loving #WeAreTechWomen Podcast, which amplifies the stories of women in technology #WIT and #STEM💯

It’s packed with inspiring career paths and invaluable advice. Give it a listen! 🎧 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s...
August 23, 2025 at 7:59 AM
Get to know our next speaker!😁
Next month, we're thrilled to welcome David Kofod Hanna!

With a stack of certifications (including DP-600 and PL-300) and over 200 courses as an Academy Trainer, he's the perfect guide.

www.meetup.com/microsoftdat... #PowerBI
August 22, 2025 at 2:03 PM
We're big believers that the best ideas happen after the formal talks. The real magic is in the post-meetup chats, the hallway conversations, and the friendly debates. Join the fun!🥳
August 19, 2025 at 7:48 PM
A huge thank you to our fantastic sponsor, Power BI Sentinel! Their solution makes managing your Power BI environment easy, with features for governance, backup, and more. We're so grateful for their support of our community!🤩

➡️ Find out more: www.powerbisentinel.com
August 18, 2025 at 3:37 PM
Missing your monthly dose of data knowledge?
Our next event is just around the corner!

🗨️4 Sept 2025 | 1:00PM BST📆

Get ready for some fantastic speakers and great conversation. Don't forget to RSVP on Meetup! ⬇️

www.meetup.com/microsoftdat... #DataPlatform
August 17, 2025 at 7:53 AM
☕ Coffee, code, and conversation.
That’s how we do it at the Birmingham User Group.
Join us for good chats, great minds, and the occasional biscuit.

#PowerBI #Fabric #UserGroup #Networking #Community
www.meetup.com/microsoftdat...
August 16, 2025 at 7:20 PM
👋 MEET THE ORGANISERS!👋

🤖 Meet Lewis, our very own Data Rhino! With almost a decade of experience in #AI and #ML, he's a #data powerhouse. He loves talking data, and his old DJ name, "The Rhino", perfectly captures his unstoppable energy🦏

www.meetup.com/microsoftdat...
August 16, 2025 at 4:19 PM
What's better than learning about the latest in #Microsoft data technology? Learning with friends!🎊

Connect with us at our next meetup for free training and networking🤗

🔗https://www.meetup.com/microsoftdataplatformbirmingham/
#PowerBI #AzureSynapse #SQLServer #Community
August 16, 2025 at 1:51 PM
With a massive 3,235 members and growing, our community is stronger than ever!😍

A huge thank you to everyone who makes the Microsoft Data Platform Birmingham user group so special. Let's keep the conversations, connections, and learning going!⭐

#MicrosoftDataPlatform #Birmingham #Community
August 16, 2025 at 12:18 PM
Ready to dive into the world of data? Join our community of like-minded enthusiasts and learn about everything from #PowerBI to #Azure #Synapse! 📈

See you at our next virtual meetup! 🥳

#MicrosoftDataPlatform #BirminghamTech #DataCommunity www.meetup.com/microsoftdat...
August 16, 2025 at 7:59 AM