Switched On with Paul Modderman and James Wood

By: James Wood Paul Modderman
  • Summary

  • Bowdark Chief Nerd Paul Modderman and CEO James Wood explore subjects of interest to SAP professionals, Microsoft developers, and techies everywhere in between.
    2021 Bowdark
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Episodes
  • Microsoft Fabric Extravaganza with Chris Wagner
    Jan 27 2025

    This episode dives into the transformative world of Microsoft Fabric with Microsoft MVP and "Data God" Chris Wagner. Whether you’re a data enthusiast, a business leader, or a technology professional, this episode will give you an insider's look at how Microsoft’s latest data platform is reshaping the way organizations manage, analyze, and act on their data.

    🗂️ What’s in Store:

    The Origin Story

    • How Microsoft Fabric evolved into the unified platform it is today.
    • Key milestones in its development and the strategic vision behind it.

    What Sets Fabric Apart

    • A breakdown of Fabric’s unique features, including its unified architecture.
    • Comparisons to traditional data platforms and what makes Fabric a game-changer.

    Notable Capabilities

    • From Data Factory to Power BI and beyond, explore Fabric’s ecosystem.
    • Highlighting powerful tools like Data Activator, Lakehouse, and Real-Time Analytics.
    • How these capabilities empower teams to innovate at scale.

    Building a Data Culture

    • Why building a data culture matters for modern organizations.
    • Practical steps on how Fabric enables everyone in your organization to access, analyze, and act on data securely.
    • Real-world examples of businesses transforming their decision-making with Fabric.

    Key Takeaways:

    • Microsoft Fabric is more than just a data platform; it’s a revolution in how data is managed and used.
    • Unified tools and seamless integration make it easier than ever to build end-to-end data pipelines.
    • Fabric fosters collaboration and puts the power of data-driven insights in the hands of every user, from analysts to executives.

    🔗 Show Resources:

    • Chris Wagner on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wagnerchris/
    • Chris Wagner's KratosBI YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ChrisWagnerDatagod
    • Microsoft Fabric Home Page: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-fabric
    • Bowdark Fabric Services: https://www.bowdark.com/services/spark/microsoft-fabric
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    35 mins
  • AI Dreamin' with Paul Modderman
    Jun 3 2024
    We flip the script and interview ourselves. James puts interesting questions to Paul about generative AI and the UX possibilities that are starting to open up. Sometimes Paul wanders off to uncharted territory.
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    41 mins
  • Quick Flip: We're In The Age Of Copilots
    Mar 21 2024
    We're in the age of Copilots. Discussion focuses a lot around Microsoft - but the implication is clear: they're everywhere, and they're just getting started.
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    28 mins

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