I still remember the first time I saw a demo of DAX User‑Defined Functions (UDFs) in Power BI. I was genuinely fascinated. For years, DAX has been incredibly powerful, but it has also encouraged repetition. We copy patterns, duplicate logic,…
In one of my recent sessions, “Accidental Data Lies: How Poor Visual Can Choices Mislead”, I take a deep dive into common chart crimes and the ethics of data visualisation and storytelling. One of my favourite examples is truncated axes.…
The Power BI DataViz World Championships are officially open again, a truly global contest that celebrates creativity, analytical excellence, and powerful data storytelling. And here’s the part I absolutely love: Accessibility counts for 25% of your total score. This is…
The SQLBits 2026 popular vote is officially open, and that means the community gets to decide who steps onto one of the biggest data stages of the year. This time, I’m throwing my hat into the ring. If you’ve ever…
Happy 2026! If you’re still hunting for a New Year’s resolution, here’s a good one: get to know your data model like it’s your best friend! Understanding how your relationships work, especially the sneaky bidirectional ones, can save you hours of head-scratching…
2026 is the year to design with intention, and that includes accessibility from day one. To kick off the new year, Smart Frames UI is running a small giveaway Sign up to our newsletter via our website and you’ll be…
I’m incredibly proud to share that Smart Frames UI has been recognised as Leading Champion of Inclusive Data Design 2025 at the SME News’ Northern Enterprise Awards. This matters to me because inclusive data design isn’t a “nice to have”.…
In my last post, I shared that I’d been named a finalist for Speaker of the Year at the Women in Tech Global Awards 2025. And here is an update: although I was not the winner of category Speaker of…
My final session of 2025 is here, and of course, it’s all about digital accessibility!I’ll be delivering “Developing WCAG-Compliant Power BI Reports” on 7th December at 16:00 GMT for Microsoft Fabric Café (Remote). Join me to learn an easy-to-implement framework…
When I first started my career, feedback was the part I dreaded most. I’d sit there in review meetings, smiling politely on the outside, while inside I was defensive, anxious, sometimes even furious. Every comment felt personal. A verdict on…
