

What we’re about
This the new site for the St. Louis SQL Server (STLSSUG) and Business Intelligence (STLBIUG) user groups. The first incarnation of this group began in 2004.
Our Recordings are Posted at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCM18n_v3EOP1KBlsCPRalSg/videos
Our Purpose
- To establish channels of communication and education for individuals working with the SQL Server Database Management System, Microsoft's Modern Data Warehouse and Business Intelligence tools.
- To conduct conferences, meetings, discussion groups, forums, panels, lectures and other programs which enable the exchange of information.
- To encourage the development of related SQL server and Azure Data Platform products, working methodologies and best practices.
- To promote excellence in information processing through the recognition individuals, who judged by their peers, put forth the highest efforts and succeed in best utilizing these technologies within their enterprises.
Code of Conduct
St. Louis SQL Server (STLSSUG) and Business Intelligence (STLBIUG) Meetup Group supports the diversity of our community. We strive to welcome different perspectives in a community where everyone feels respected and valued, and are committed to inclusion across race, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, ability, geography, religion, identity, and experience. Above all, we ask that all members be kind to one another and conduct themselves respectfully, creating a positive experience for everyone involved.
- Conduct yourself with integrity, respect, honesty, and credibility.
- Approach all events and interactions in accordance with the highest ethical standards of professionalism and personal conduct.
- Embrace the diverse community of professionals and learners, and be inclusive of all audiences in your presentations, demonstrations, conversations, and comments.
Upcoming events
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AI-Powered Insights: Leveraging Power BI Semantic Models in Agents and Chatbots
CGI (Formerly Daugherty), Three City Place Drive, 11th Floor, Room MPR2, Creve Coeur, MO, USTeams Meeting: Link
Meeting Sponsor: CGI
Topic: AI-Powered Insights: Leveraging Power BI Semantic Models in Agents and Chatbots
This session focuses on how to make your existing Power BI semantic models “AI-ready.” We’ll explore how to prepare and optimize semantic models for use with natural language interfaces, how to integrate them with Fabric Data Agents, and how to utilize these components in a chatbot style interface for end users.
Speaker: Gary Bell
Gary Bell is a Data Analytics Architect at Covenant Technology Partners with an extensive background in transforming raw data into actionable insights. Gary has 20+ years of experience working with Microsoft data technologies including SQL Server, Azure, and Power BI. As an expert in data warehousing and data engineering, Gary has helped design and deliver full-stack reporting and data integration solutions for numerous clients across a variety of industries.36 attendees
TBD
CGI (Formerly Daugherty), Three City Place Drive, 11th Floor, Room MPR2, Creve Coeur, MO, USTeams Meeting: Link
Meeting Sponsor: CGI
Topic: TBD
Speaker: Gary Polinsky
Gary Polinsky serves as a Data Analytics Consultant at Covenant Technology Partners, specializing in delivering analytics solutions. With over a decade of experience, Gary is proficient in Microsoft data technologies such as Power BI and Fabric. He has crafted reporting solutions for a diverse range of clients.3 attendees
Past events
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