August 2023 Update Analysis: Insights from Microsoft Experts on Monthly Fabric
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Sep 6, 2023 10:00 AM

August 2023 Update Analysis: Insights from Microsoft Experts on Monthly Fabric

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August 2023 Microsoft update features Power BI layout switcher, SSD caching in Synapse Data Warehouse, Python support for Synapse Real-time Analytics, and Data

Welcome to the August 2023 update. Lots of features were added this month, including the new layout switcher for Power BI, SSD caching in Synapse Data Warehouse, in-line Python support for KQL in Synapse Real-time Analytics, and lookup activity for Data Factory Dataflows.

  • Core Multitasking navigation improvement and Monitoring Hub support for personalized column options were included in the update.
  • Power BI Reporting introduced a new layout switcher and bubble range scaling setting.
  • On-Object Interaction feature preview integrated updates for resizing and positioning to the on-object menus.
  • Modeling updates to ORDERBY function were rolled out.
  • New modern data connectivity and discovery experience in Dataflows were launched.
  • Significant performance improvements were made to the Lakehouses connector.
  • Direct Lake datasets started supporting XMLA-Write operations.
  • Automatic replica synchronization for Dataset Scale-Out is now in preview.
  • New feature in Mobile allows users to choose start-up content.
  • Published AppSource visuals have the capability to generate leads in Partner center and CRM.
  • Power BI Project (PBIP) files can now be published directly from Power BI Desktop.
Several other features were also introduced, all aimed at improving the user experience and performance of the platform.

 

Deeper Dive into the Main Topic

This August 2023 update represents Microsoft's commitment to innovating and improving its services. The addition of the SSD caching in the Synapse Data Warehouse enhances data processing and retrieval speed. The introduction of in-line Python support for KQL in Synapse Real-time Analytics allows for more dynamic and flexible data analyses. The inclusion of Core Multitasking navigation improvement and Monitoring Hub support for personalized column options enables users to tailor their interfaces according to their needs. Overall, this update provides tools and solutions that yield increased productivity and efficiency. This continuous process of innovation and improvement makes Microsoft's services more robust and invaluable to its users.

Learn about Fabric Monthly Update - August 2023

 

The main update for August 2023 includes numerous features such as the new layout switcher for Power BI, SSD caching in Synapse Data Warehouse, in-line Python support for KQL in Synapse Real-time Analytics, and lookup activity for Data Factory Dataflows. The update features several advancements in core multitasking navigation, monitoring support, Power BI reporting, data connectivity, mobile functionality, data science model improvements, real-time analytics, and visualizations in AppSource. In addition, there are developments in data warehouse SSD caching, data engineering, data factory dataflows, and data pipelines. Altogether, the update promotes enhanced productivity and performance.

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Keywords

Microsoft Power BI improvements, Synapse Data Warehouse updates, Data Factory Dataflows changes, Microsoft Fabric Real-time Analytics, Direct Lake datasets support