22-25 April 2026

Using Power BI to monitor and understand database growth

Proposed session for SQLBits 2026

TL; DR

How Power BI and some simple system table scripting can be used to effectively monitor database growth and consumption.

Session Details

How Power BI and some simple system table scripting can be used to effectively monitor database growth and consumption, allowing data professionals to learn more about how their databases and tables grow, more effectively than the blunt default growth tools built in.

3 things you'll get out of this session

By the end of this short session, attendees will; Understand how system tables can deliver great value when combined with Power BI. Approach the use of system tables for wider monitoring use alongside Power BI. Bridge analyst and data engineering skills.