22-25 April 2026
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SQLBits 2022

Is Power BI Right for You?

You may be trying to decide of Power BI is right for you. In session we'll see who Power BI was intended for and what components make it up.
You might be looking for a way to create analytical reports, both for personal use and in your application. Power BI is Microsoft’s preferred tool for interactive, analytical reporting. It starts at $10 per user per month and has options for embedding into commercial applications. During this talk, we’ll cover how Power BI was created and what it looks like today. Part of that involves looking at the target audiences of Power BI. We’ll review the 4 main components: Power Query, Dax, Visualizations and PowerBI.com hosting. By the end of this talk you’ll know if Power BI is the right tool for you.