Alex Power[s]
@itsnotaboutthecell.com
I spend my days crunching numbers and my nights torturing a wife and cats with the sound of keystrokes. Opinions are my own. #MicrosoftEmployee
Co-organizer: Saint Louis Microsoft Fabric / Power BI @ https://aka.ms/fabricstl
Data | Guitar | Pro-Wrestling
Co-organizer: Saint Louis Microsoft Fabric / Power BI @ https://aka.ms/fabricstl
Data | Guitar | Pro-Wrestling
Coffee. Need. Want.
Currently drinking it and I'm still thinking about it.
Currently drinking it and I'm still thinking about it.
January 12, 2026 at 3:56 PM
Coffee. Need. Want.
Currently drinking it and I'm still thinking about it.
Currently drinking it and I'm still thinking about it.
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Skaters and fans got a front-row seat to elite competition as the U.S. Figure Skating Championships brought Olympic-level talent and thousands of visitors to St. Louis.
Some hope the event’s energy leads to lasting gains for local skating.
Some hope the event’s energy leads to lasting gains for local skating.
Figure skating put St. Louis in the national spotlight — and lit a spark for the future
From 10-year-old sweepers to Olympic hopefuls, the multiday competition in St. Louis felt bigger than a competition.
www.stlpr.org
January 12, 2026 at 2:40 PM
Skaters and fans got a front-row seat to elite competition as the U.S. Figure Skating Championships brought Olympic-level talent and thousands of visitors to St. Louis.
Some hope the event’s energy leads to lasting gains for local skating.
Some hope the event’s energy leads to lasting gains for local skating.
This sucks, we miss John Yang and team already.
This is a reminder to donate to PBS and NPR stations.
This is a reminder to donate to PBS and NPR stations.
Tonight marked the last broadcast of PBS News Weekend for the foreseeable future. As the show signs off the air, anchor John Yang looks back at some of our top stories and highlights over the years. https://to.pbs.org/4pxYe7W
Highlights from PBS News Weekend as show goes off the air
This Sunday is the final broadcast of PBS News Weekend, at least for the foreseeable future. PBS cancelled the show due to the loss of federal funding for public media. As our team signs off the air, anchor John Yang looks back at some of our top storie...
to.pbs.org
January 12, 2026 at 2:11 PM
This sucks, we miss John Yang and team already.
This is a reminder to donate to PBS and NPR stations.
This is a reminder to donate to PBS and NPR stations.
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Bigger datasets aren’t always better
MIT researchers developed a way to identify the smallest dataset that guarantees optimal solutions to complex problems.
Paper: What Data Enables Optimal Decisions? An Exact Characterization for Linear Optimization
( arxiv.org/abs/2505.21692 )
Blog:
MIT researchers developed a way to identify the smallest dataset that guarantees optimal solutions to complex problems.
Paper: What Data Enables Optimal Decisions? An Exact Characterization for Linear Optimization
( arxiv.org/abs/2505.21692 )
Blog:
Bigger datasets aren’t always better
A new MIT system identifies the smallest possible dataset that can be used to optimally solve a complex problem with many potential solutions. This technique could help engineers or scientists solve p...
news.mit.edu
January 12, 2026 at 2:22 AM
Bigger datasets aren’t always better
MIT researchers developed a way to identify the smallest dataset that guarantees optimal solutions to complex problems.
Paper: What Data Enables Optimal Decisions? An Exact Characterization for Linear Optimization
( arxiv.org/abs/2505.21692 )
Blog:
MIT researchers developed a way to identify the smallest dataset that guarantees optimal solutions to complex problems.
Paper: What Data Enables Optimal Decisions? An Exact Characterization for Linear Optimization
( arxiv.org/abs/2505.21692 )
Blog:
Engagement is possible here. I see it increasing more and more as people get tired of the old place and become aware of how to tap into Bluesky feeds more.
Boycott Twitter. Right now. Stop hiding behind the excuse "That's where my customers/followers are". Tell them you're leaving Twitter. Tell them why. And if they won't follow you, you don't need them. Stand up for something.
January 11, 2026 at 9:09 PM
Engagement is possible here. I see it increasing more and more as people get tired of the old place and become aware of how to tap into Bluesky feeds more.
Poor Jaguars. That one stings.
January 11, 2026 at 9:05 PM
Poor Jaguars. That one stings.
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Episode 4 in our series about the DP-700 #MicrosoftFabric exam is available to watch now:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=OaQq...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=OaQq...
January 11, 2026 at 7:05 PM
Episode 4 in our series about the DP-700 #MicrosoftFabric exam is available to watch now:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=OaQq...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=OaQq...
Shout out to #Reddit for the Mod Merch!
Spent a lot of time in 2025 learning how to become a better mod with tools, automation, and processes - so I could get back to safely focusing on the people (the actual cool stuff!)
Now I just need to buy a pair of Crocs apparently for the swag.
Spent a lot of time in 2025 learning how to become a better mod with tools, automation, and processes - so I could get back to safely focusing on the people (the actual cool stuff!)
Now I just need to buy a pair of Crocs apparently for the swag.
January 11, 2026 at 5:57 PM
Shout out to #Reddit for the Mod Merch!
Spent a lot of time in 2025 learning how to become a better mod with tools, automation, and processes - so I could get back to safely focusing on the people (the actual cool stuff!)
Now I just need to buy a pair of Crocs apparently for the swag.
Spent a lot of time in 2025 learning how to become a better mod with tools, automation, and processes - so I could get back to safely focusing on the people (the actual cool stuff!)
Now I just need to buy a pair of Crocs apparently for the swag.
Reposted by Alex Power[s]
IT’S THE YEAR OF BLUE AND ORANGE BABYYYYYYYY
January 11, 2026 at 5:03 AM
IT’S THE YEAR OF BLUE AND ORANGE BABYYYYYYYY
Fuck The Packers!!!
But seriously, one hell of a game. The Bears are never dead but holy crap.
But seriously, one hell of a game. The Bears are never dead but holy crap.
January 11, 2026 at 4:36 AM
Fuck The Packers!!!
But seriously, one hell of a game. The Bears are never dead but holy crap.
But seriously, one hell of a game. The Bears are never dead but holy crap.
January 11, 2026 at 2:20 AM
Really good song, maybe you can help boost
@bowensofficial.bsky.social
#WrestleSky #Chyna
youtu.be/cPOJXIYXtZk?...
@bowensofficial.bsky.social
#WrestleSky #Chyna
youtu.be/cPOJXIYXtZk?...
Semler - Chyna (Official Music Video)
YouTube video by Semler
youtu.be
January 10, 2026 at 11:44 PM
Really good song, maybe you can help boost
@bowensofficial.bsky.social
#WrestleSky #Chyna
youtu.be/cPOJXIYXtZk?...
@bowensofficial.bsky.social
#WrestleSky #Chyna
youtu.be/cPOJXIYXtZk?...
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Your dashboards got you down? Need a refresh? 🫧📈🫶 (and I'm not talking about your semantic model either!) Then join the #DATAWIT team and Juliana Smith on Jan 13th for an online lunch and learn!
#ShareTheLink
#ShareTheLink
Uncovering the Secrets of Dashboard Design, Tue, Jan 13, 2026, 12:00 PM | Meetup
Great dashboards don’t just show data, they guide users to insights effortlessly. In this fast-paced session, we’ll unlock the power of alignment, white space, and page sca
data-platform-wit.short.gy
January 10, 2026 at 5:08 PM
Your dashboards got you down? Need a refresh? 🫧📈🫶 (and I'm not talking about your semantic model either!) Then join the #DATAWIT team and Juliana Smith on Jan 13th for an online lunch and learn!
#ShareTheLink
#ShareTheLink
Dang dawg. Save some democratic socialism for the rest of us.
On day 8 of our Administration, @governor.ny.gov and I announced the beginning of universal childcare in NYC. No longer will New Yorkers be forced to choose between starting a family and continuing to live in the city they love. This only happened because of you.
January 10, 2026 at 1:46 AM
Dang dawg. Save some democratic socialism for the rest of us.
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Start the New Year off right! Join us with Juliana Smith presenting: Uncovering the Secrets of Dashboard Design. And don't forget to share the #DATAWIT knowledge by sharing this link!
#WITSupporter #FreeVirtualTraining
#WITSupporter #FreeVirtualTraining
Uncovering the Secrets of Dashboard Design, Tue, Jan 13, 2026, 12:00 PM | Meetup
Great dashboards don’t just show data, they guide users to insights effortlessly. In this fast-paced session, we’ll unlock the power of alignment, white space, and page sca
data-platform-wit.short.gy
January 9, 2026 at 9:10 PM
Start the New Year off right! Join us with Juliana Smith presenting: Uncovering the Secrets of Dashboard Design. And don't forget to share the #DATAWIT knowledge by sharing this link!
#WITSupporter #FreeVirtualTraining
#WITSupporter #FreeVirtualTraining
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Hey folks! I'm back on the job market! Anything in the dba, data engineer, data architect space would be my wheelhouse! I'm open to contract, but really prefer remote!
January 9, 2026 at 6:35 PM
Hey folks! I'm back on the job market! Anything in the dba, data engineer, data architect space would be my wheelhouse! I'm open to contract, but really prefer remote!
@sqlgene.com insert Jon Hamm club scene vibing meme.
January 9, 2026 at 4:45 PM
@sqlgene.com insert Jon Hamm club scene vibing meme.
Exploring some different spaces and there are some wild quotes / realities in here for sure.
youtu.be/crMrVozp_h8?...
youtu.be/crMrVozp_h8?...
The AI-native startup: 5 products, 7-figure revenue, 100% AI-written code. | Dan Shipper (Every)
YouTube video by Lenny's Podcast
youtu.be
January 9, 2026 at 1:19 PM
Exploring some different spaces and there are some wild quotes / realities in here for sure.
youtu.be/crMrVozp_h8?...
youtu.be/crMrVozp_h8?...
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Our first event of 2026 is next week! James Dales joins us to literally put #Wales on the map! James will be showcasing some soon to be available functionality, here's a sneak peak:
www.linkedin.com/posts/jamesd...
Join our #Fabric & #PowerBI user group here: www.meetup.com/fabricpowerb...
www.linkedin.com/posts/jamesd...
Join our #Fabric & #PowerBI user group here: www.meetup.com/fabricpowerb...
January 8, 2026 at 10:03 AM
Our first event of 2026 is next week! James Dales joins us to literally put #Wales on the map! James will be showcasing some soon to be available functionality, here's a sneak peak:
www.linkedin.com/posts/jamesd...
Join our #Fabric & #PowerBI user group here: www.meetup.com/fabricpowerb...
www.linkedin.com/posts/jamesd...
Join our #Fabric & #PowerBI user group here: www.meetup.com/fabricpowerb...
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New post about recommended certifications for Microsoft Fabric enthusiasts as 2026 begins. To make people aware of some of the options that are currently available.
chantifiedlens.com/2026/01/07/r...
chantifiedlens.com/2026/01/07/r...
Recommended certifications for Microsoft Fabric enthusiasts as 2026 begins - Chantified Lens
In this post I cover some recommended certifications for Microsoft Fabric enthusiasts as 2026 begins. To make people aware.
chantifiedlens.com
January 8, 2026 at 3:55 PM
New post about recommended certifications for Microsoft Fabric enthusiasts as 2026 begins. To make people aware of some of the options that are currently available.
chantifiedlens.com/2026/01/07/r...
chantifiedlens.com/2026/01/07/r...
Reposted by Alex Power[s]
open-sourcing my audio-visual software after 3 years
January 8, 2026 at 3:23 PM
open-sourcing my audio-visual software after 3 years
From the PowerBI community on Reddit
Explore this post and more from the PowerBI community
www.reddit.com
January 8, 2026 at 5:02 AM
Unfortunately, there will likely be more days like today in our country's future.
Donate. Protest. Vote.
gofund.me/45c0d4a1d
Donate. Protest. Vote.
gofund.me/45c0d4a1d
Donate to Support for Renee Good’s wife and son, organized by Mattie Weiss
Please support the wife and son of Renee Good as they grapple with the devastating … Mattie Weiss needs your support for Support for Renee Good’s wife and son
gofund.me
January 8, 2026 at 4:08 AM
Unfortunately, there will likely be more days like today in our country's future.
Donate. Protest. Vote.
gofund.me/45c0d4a1d
Donate. Protest. Vote.
gofund.me/45c0d4a1d
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Automating OneLake shortcuts for Eventhouse? While the UI is one-click, automation needs two REST calls: shortcut creation + KQL external table. Here's the complete step-by-step guide 👇
anssitehti.eu/how-to-autom...
#MicrosoftFabric #OneLake #RealTimeaAalytics
anssitehti.eu/how-to-autom...
#MicrosoftFabric #OneLake #RealTimeaAalytics
How to Automate OneLake Shortcuts for Eventhouse (Step-by-Step) - Anssi Pannula
Automate OneLake shortcuts for Eventhouse with a two-step REST API approach. Complete guide with code examples and authentication details.
anssitehti.eu
January 7, 2026 at 3:07 PM
Automating OneLake shortcuts for Eventhouse? While the UI is one-click, automation needs two REST calls: shortcut creation + KQL external table. Here's the complete step-by-step guide 👇
anssitehti.eu/how-to-autom...
#MicrosoftFabric #OneLake #RealTimeaAalytics
anssitehti.eu/how-to-autom...
#MicrosoftFabric #OneLake #RealTimeaAalytics