Bradley Ball

SQL Server 2016 reaches end of support in July 2026. It’s not just an endpoint—it’s a chance to modernize. From ESUs to Azure migration, Microsoft helps you move at your pace. Plus: white‑glove support via Cloud Accelerate Factory at ZERO cost Watch📷: bit.ly/4numI2I

Understanding the granular way that OneLake Security works & how to secure the Lakehouse SQL Analytics Endpoint is IMPORTANT! But don't worry we've got you covered! Link: youtu.be/TcbvjbZm2bA @BradleySchacht @SQLBalls @DBABullDog @JoshLuedeman @neeraj_jhaveri

#MicrosoftFabric Data Agent Example Queries are the KEY to validating agent results. If you are using or looking at Data Agents lets take a look at this, together! Link: youtu.be/v0mD01QP5gY @SQLBalls @JoshLuedeman @BradleySchacht @DBABullDog @neeraj_jhaveri

@arcanecode @JoshLuedeman @Copilot Thank you my friend!

@JoshLuedeman @SQLBalls I was just having a “conversation “ with @Copilot last night about Fabric IQ and ontology. Good timing, will watch later today (post coffee 😝) Thanks @JoshLuedeman @SQLBalls

Great video this week. Brad really helped me connect the two different pieces of the puzzle. You REALLY need to check this video out

Turning SQL changes into real‑time insights shouldn’t be hard. With DeltaFlow in #MicrosoftFabric Eventstreams, you get automatic schema handling, destination tables & analytics‑ready data in minutes. Perfect for real‑time dashboards & AI apps. Watch: msft.it/6014Q01Bg

Let's tackle #MicrosoftFabric IQ, we need to start with a tutorial on #Graph. Ontology is built on Graph, understanding Graph will help us use Ontology in the future. Link: youtu.be/N6hkxnuOQ8k @SQLBalls @JoshLuedeman @BradleySchacht @DBABullDog @neeraj_jhaveri

Are you using #Google #BigQuery? Do you want the Gartner Leader in visualizations Power BI? Good news, @DBABullDog wants to help you learn how to Mirror BigQuery to #MicrosoftFabric!! Link: youtu.be/nHHrVDXWLqk @SQLBalls @BradleySchacht @JoshLuedeman @neeraj_jhaveri

Don't you love it when things become easier? I know I do! @BradleySchacht & @DBABullDog show us the easy way to perform a meta-data refresh in #MicrosoftFabric! Link: youtu.be/x4-v10Vy6mo Let's check this out, together! @SQLBalls @JoshLuedeman @neeraj_jhaveri

Tonight is the famous #PowerHour at #FabCon / #SQLCon. Think SNL show! 1. You will learn nothing I tentionally! 2. You will laugh! 3. SWAG!!! Get there early! Not everyone will fit in the room! Thomas Murphy Ballroom @ 5:30pm (there will be a line) #MicrosoftFabric #PowerBI #SQL #SQLFamily #SQLServer

Last morning at #Fabcon & #SQLcon filming a beautiful sunrise!

@arcanecode @FABConSQLCon @Microsoft It was so great to see you there my friend!!

At @FABConSQLCon , fantastic session earlier by @Microsoft’s #handsome, #articulate and #classy @SQLBalls

What do you do when your road tripping to Atlanta for #Fabcon & #SQLCon with your two best friends? Answer questions about #MicrosoftFabric ! Link: youtube.com/live/fWUAInszK… cc @DBABullDog @JoshLuedeman @BradleySchacht @TalesftField @nerraj_jhaveri

#fabcon #roadtrip now with 100% more Dan!! @JoshLuedeman @DBABullDog

@awsaxton @JoshLuedeman @DBABullDog Looking forward to seeing you my friend!

@SQLBalls @JoshLuedeman @DBABullDog Looking forward to seeing y’all

KIAH 🛫 KATL. Heading to Atlanta for the big show! #FabCon / #SQLCon here I come! So much preparation has gone into this from so many people. I’m privileged to be a part of the team and ready to have a week of learning and connections with so many community members. See you there! #MicrosoftFabric #SQLServer #PowerBI #SQLFamily #SQL

@JoshLuedeman @awsaxton @DBABullDog #fabcon #roadtrip

@awsaxton Ha picking up @SQLBalls now before we pickup @DBABullDog and head that way. See you soon!!

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🚨 LAST DAY TO SIGN UP🚨 The Unify your Data Roadshow: #Microsoft #SQL, #Fabric + #AI registration site closes when we hit tomorrow! Link: lnkd.in/e-TCHTzP cc @JoshLuedeman @BradleySchacht @neeraj_jhaveri @DBABullDog @bobwardms @AnalyticAnna @patrickdba @AzureSQL

The MSSQL extension for VS Code just got better—AI-ready workflows, in-product changelogs, enhanced Edit Data & GitHub Copilot now GA. Watch how Copilot boosts SQL productivity, plus a demo of evolving schemas with vector data types in #SQLServer2025: msft.it/6019Qb6eT