Microsoft’s move to make PBIR the default format unlocks true AI-assisted Power BI development with GitHub-backed workflows, cleaner version control, and seamless code-driven enhancements. It’s a major productivity boost that empowers advanced developers while still preserving the familiar Desktop experience for everyone else.

Microsoft is rolling out a redesigned card visual that brings a modern, polished look to Power BI’s core UI. It’s a strong signal that the product is finally leveling up its aesthetics to match its technical strengths.

Microsoft’s update to decouple Default Semantic Models is a push toward cleaner, purpose-built semantic layers rather than auto-generated artifacts. This guide walks teams through exactly how to inventory, rebuild, and govern their models so they’re ready for the November 30, 2025 transition and better positioned for long-term Fabric success.

OOS is being deprecated and that is likely what is going to happen to other on-prem services like PBIRS. What are the next steps and what could the future hold?

GPT‑OSS is here—and I’ve got the 20B downloading now. I can’t wait to see what this model can do!

Fabric is sunsetting default semantic models—a welcome change for teams long frustrated by workspace clutter and limited modeling capability.

AI can help you get your next job rather than having you worry about it taking your current one.