Import mode retrieves SharePoint list rows via the connector and stores them in the Power BI dataset. Queries in reports and visuals operate against the in-memory model, offering fast interactions and ...

Import vs. DirectQuery. When connecting data in Power BI, users typically choose between two storage modes: Import and DirectQuery. In this post, I’ll be covering what each is, when to use them, and ...

In today's data-driven enterprise environment, this ability to transform raw data into actionable insights is more crucial than ever. This, in turn, is used by organizations to make decisions, ...

A few weeks ago my colleague Dany Hoter wrote a post on the Azure Data Explorer blog about how using columns on fact tables as dimensions in DirectQuery mode can lead ...

One of the most common questions I get asked is “How can I use Power BI in DirectQuery mode on top of a REST API?”. This seems like a reasonable thing to do but almost everyone who tries it will fail, ...

Microsoft has introduced five new capacity settings for Power BI Premium. This will enable administrators to avoid running into capacity-related issues and achieve better performing capacities.