SQLBits 2026
Choosing the Right Storage Mode: Import, Direct Lake, DirectQuery & Hybrid
Import? Direct Lake? DirectQuery? Hybrid? Learn the real-world decision framework for choosing the right storage mode in Power BI and Fabric.
Fabric introduces new storage capabilities, but also new confusion. With options like Import, Direct Lake, DirectQuery, Composite, and Hybrid tables, it's not obvious which mode to choose for performance, freshness, governance, or cost.
This session cuts through the noise with a clear, practical decision framework. We walk through how each storage mode behaves internally, the trade-offs in memory and compute, common anti-patterns, and the scenarios each mode is best suited for. Along the way, we explore how to design solutions that balance fast performance, low refresh load, and seamless end-user experience.
This session cuts through the noise with a clear, practical decision framework. We walk through how each storage mode behaves internally, the trade-offs in memory and compute, common anti-patterns, and the scenarios each mode is best suited for. Along the way, we explore how to design solutions that balance fast performance, low refresh load, and seamless end-user experience.
Speakers
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Greg Baldini
antifound.com
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