Oregon Data Community

presented by Robin Abramson

Welcome to the May 21st 1800 HRS PST/2100 HRS EST, 2025 HYBRID meeting!

We are once again meeting in person in Vancouver, WA at the downtown Umpqua Bank in their Community Room!

We meet on the 3^rd Wednesday of the month once again at 6:00 PM PST.  We will have snacks and networking before the main meeting.

But… we will continue to operate monthly online meetings through the PNW collaborative facilitated by the Oregon Data Community.  Due to this, you will be able to attend the meeting remotely and we are definitely open to remote speakers.

Meetup Link:

https://www.meetup.com/oregonsql/events/307921038/

In order to encourage questions during the presentation, please use chat which will be monitored and/or use the raise hands option in Teams.  Please be mindful of the other attendees and mute your mic!

We will be starting at 6:00 PM PST/9:00 PM EST

Schedule: (may be fluid due to discussions and Q/A):
6:00 – 6:30 PM – Snacks/Announcements/Networking
6:30 PM – Presentation

8:30 PM – Happy Hour/Networking (Shanahans in Vancouver)

Presentation:

Title: Handling User Error in Power BI Reports

Abstract:

In this session, you’ll learn practical techniques for detecting and managing errors directly within your Power BI reports. We’ll begin by exploring strategies for handling user-triggered errors—such as selections using DAX functions, visual cues, and conditional formatting. Then, we’ll demonstrate how those same techniques can be (mis)applied to data-driven errors like missing or incomplete values and discuss why treating these scenarios identically can introduce hidden risks. Through example, you’ll see both the benefits and drawbacks of each approach. Attendees will receive the accompanying Power BI file so they can apply these patterns in their own environments.

Bio:

Robin Abramson is a veteran Data Professional at Fresche Analytics with over 20 years in IT. She served as a Microsoft FastTrack–certified Solution Architect in Power BI from the program’s inception through its final year in 2022 and specializes in designing and implementing scalable Power BI architectures, advanced analytics strategies, and impactful data visualizations for clients in the federal government, Fortune 500, healthcare, and higher education sectors.

Her consulting career has spanned leading roles at IBM, Pragmatic Works, 3Cloud, and Fresche Analytics—where she now serves as Power Platform Principal—delivering end-to-end analytics solutions, from data modeling and dashboard design to interactive report storytelling. Robin also served on the PASS Board of Directors (2001–2002) as Director of Member Products and Services, shaping community-driven SQL Server resources.

Known for quickly mastering emerging technologies, Robin combines deep expertise in database and systems architecture with a keen eye for visualization best practices and user-centric design. Her collaborative approach and proven track record make her a trusted advisor for organizations seeking innovative, reliable, and insight-driven Power BI solutions.

Here’s Robin!