Report designers often have a keen eye for identifying bad dashboards—but when it comes to explaining why they fall short or how to improve them, things get tricky.
In this session, Ahmad will share a practical, step-by-step framework for designing effective Power BI reports using core UI/UX principles. Whether you're building reports for executives or frontline end-users, this framework will help you go beyond just making things "look good"—you’ll make them work!
We’ll cover:
Developing with Your End User in Mind – Learn how to uncover what your audience actually needs from your report and how that drives better design decisions.
Principles of Information Architecture – Discover how to structure your report content clearly, reduce cognitive overload, and eliminate clutter.
Designing with Accessibility Top of Mind – Ensure your reports are inclusive and usable for everyone, regardless of ability.
Expect real-world examples, before-and-afters, and actionable takeaways you can apply immediately to your Power BI work.
A perfect opportunity to:
Learn from industry experts 📚
Connect with fellow data enthusiasts 🤝
Engage in lively discussions 💡
BONUS: Enjoy delicious refreshments, including pizza and pop, to fuel the evening’s conversations! 🍕🥤
COST: Free for Victoria Data Society members. $10 cover charge for non-members (Pay at the door).
Become a member today and attend this and other Data Talks for free for the year.
Doors will open at 4:30 PM. The program will start at 5 PM.
We can't wait to see you there! ✨
Speaker:
Ahmad Chamy
With over 8 years of experience in transforming raw data into functionally-sexy Power BI dashboards, Ahmad is a UI/UX-driven Power BI Specialist who knows that good design is just as important as good data. Equal parts designer and developer, Ahmad has created more than 50+ dashboards for executives across healthcare, public safety, energy, education, and engineering sectors.