Nikola Ilic
@datamozart.bsky.social
I'm making music from the data🎶 #PowerBI addict, Microsoft Data Platform MVP, O'Reilly Instructor, Pluralsight Author, blogger, speaker, learner...Father of 2, Barca and Messi fan⚽
When your #MicrosoftFabric capacity becomes Gotham...🦇🦇
November 14, 2025 at 9:13 AM
When your #MicrosoftFabric capacity becomes Gotham...🦇🦇
One of the main reasons why our #PowerBI community rocks is - taking care of other people and being nice to them...
Look what just arrived as part of #PowerBI 10th year anniversary celebration.
Huge thanks to @justrie.bsky.social for taking great care about our community🙏
Look what just arrived as part of #PowerBI 10th year anniversary celebration.
Huge thanks to @justrie.bsky.social for taking great care about our community🙏
November 14, 2025 at 6:11 AM
One of the main reasons why our #PowerBI community rocks is - taking care of other people and being nice to them...
Look what just arrived as part of #PowerBI 10th year anniversary celebration.
Huge thanks to @justrie.bsky.social for taking great care about our community🙏
Look what just arrived as part of #PowerBI 10th year anniversary celebration.
Huge thanks to @justrie.bsky.social for taking great care about our community🙏
SSMS 22 is GA!!!
My favorites:
1. Seeing the workspace name as a server name in the Object Explorer connections! I love these small life-improvement changes, as now it's much more convenient to work with #MicrosoftFabric items from different workspaces/servers
My favorites:
1. Seeing the workspace name as a server name in the Object Explorer connections! I love these small life-improvement changes, as now it's much more convenient to work with #MicrosoftFabric items from different workspaces/servers
November 12, 2025 at 2:18 PM
SSMS 22 is GA!!!
My favorites:
1. Seeing the workspace name as a server name in the Object Explorer connections! I love these small life-improvement changes, as now it's much more convenient to work with #MicrosoftFabric items from different workspaces/servers
My favorites:
1. Seeing the workspace name as a server name in the Object Explorer connections! I love these small life-improvement changes, as now it's much more convenient to work with #MicrosoftFabric items from different workspaces/servers
Year 6 as a Microsoft Certified Trainer and counting!
Just renewed my MCT for another year. Training and knowledge sharing are definitely something that I enjoy most. Looking forward to continuing to teach people about Microsoft Data Platform products and solutions.
#MCT #MicrosoftFabric #PowerBI
Just renewed my MCT for another year. Training and knowledge sharing are definitely something that I enjoy most. Looking forward to continuing to teach people about Microsoft Data Platform products and solutions.
#MCT #MicrosoftFabric #PowerBI
November 6, 2025 at 8:34 AM
Year 6 as a Microsoft Certified Trainer and counting!
Just renewed my MCT for another year. Training and knowledge sharing are definitely something that I enjoy most. Looking forward to continuing to teach people about Microsoft Data Platform products and solutions.
#MCT #MicrosoftFabric #PowerBI
Just renewed my MCT for another year. Training and knowledge sharing are definitely something that I enjoy most. Looking forward to continuing to teach people about Microsoft Data Platform products and solutions.
#MCT #MicrosoftFabric #PowerBI
Achievement unlocked!
2 years ago, when I started publishing articles on Substack, I never imagined that we could reach these heights together! As of today, we are a tribe of 2,000+ subscribed members!
Thank you to each and every one of you!
Subscribe: datamozart.substack.com
2 years ago, when I started publishing articles on Substack, I never imagined that we could reach these heights together! As of today, we are a tribe of 2,000+ subscribed members!
Thank you to each and every one of you!
Subscribe: datamozart.substack.com
November 2, 2025 at 1:44 PM
Achievement unlocked!
2 years ago, when I started publishing articles on Substack, I never imagined that we could reach these heights together! As of today, we are a tribe of 2,000+ subscribed members!
Thank you to each and every one of you!
Subscribe: datamozart.substack.com
2 years ago, when I started publishing articles on Substack, I never imagined that we could reach these heights together! As of today, we are a tribe of 2,000+ subscribed members!
Thank you to each and every one of you!
Subscribe: datamozart.substack.com
Looks like I still know a thing or two about the analytics engineering in #MicrosoftFabric😉
Just renewed my DP-600 certificate for another year.
Just renewed my DP-600 certificate for another year.
October 30, 2025 at 9:49 PM
Looks like I still know a thing or two about the analytics engineering in #MicrosoftFabric😉
Just renewed my DP-600 certificate for another year.
Just renewed my DP-600 certificate for another year.
Big news from @oreilly.bsky.social!
Join expert-led, live courses and get a 30% discount!
My "Getting started with #MicrosoftFabric" live course on December 1st is now $104 instead of $149!
Simply enter the Z5P1KDRU code and grab your seat now: www.oreilly.com/live/event-d...
Join expert-led, live courses and get a 30% discount!
My "Getting started with #MicrosoftFabric" live course on December 1st is now $104 instead of $149!
Simply enter the Z5P1KDRU code and grab your seat now: www.oreilly.com/live/event-d...
October 30, 2025 at 1:05 PM
Big news from @oreilly.bsky.social!
Join expert-led, live courses and get a 30% discount!
My "Getting started with #MicrosoftFabric" live course on December 1st is now $104 instead of $149!
Simply enter the Z5P1KDRU code and grab your seat now: www.oreilly.com/live/event-d...
Join expert-led, live courses and get a 30% discount!
My "Getting started with #MicrosoftFabric" live course on December 1st is now $104 instead of $149!
Simply enter the Z5P1KDRU code and grab your seat now: www.oreilly.com/live/event-d...
My favorite bronze-silver-gold "architecture"😉😉 Although the landing zone comes in the end in this scenario (it's my stomach)😂😂
Made this photo while hanging out with my friends Khaled Chowdhury and Siva Mani in Orlando.
Made this photo while hanging out with my friends Khaled Chowdhury and Siva Mani in Orlando.
October 28, 2025 at 1:58 PM
My favorite bronze-silver-gold "architecture"😉😉 Although the landing zone comes in the end in this scenario (it's my stomach)😂😂
Made this photo while hanging out with my friends Khaled Chowdhury and Siva Mani in Orlando.
Made this photo while hanging out with my friends Khaled Chowdhury and Siva Mani in Orlando.
Another day full of learning, sharing, and simply enjoying the community vibe with friends at the #SummitNA.
Our "All roads lead to #MicrosoftFabric" panel talk was definitely a highlight of the day. Also, meeting in person a legend @powerbidude.bsky.social.
Our "All roads lead to #MicrosoftFabric" panel talk was definitely a highlight of the day. Also, meeting in person a legend @powerbidude.bsky.social.
October 21, 2025 at 11:23 PM
Another day full of learning, sharing, and simply enjoying the community vibe with friends at the #SummitNA.
Our "All roads lead to #MicrosoftFabric" panel talk was definitely a highlight of the day. Also, meeting in person a legend @powerbidude.bsky.social.
Our "All roads lead to #MicrosoftFabric" panel talk was definitely a highlight of the day. Also, meeting in person a legend @powerbidude.bsky.social.
BEST-SWAG-EVER!!!
This year, I had a privilege and honor of being a member of the programming committee for the Dynamic Communities Summit NA. And, as a token of appreciation, look what I got - yes, a bobble-head figure of me!!! Ok, perhaps more handsome than real me, but hey 😉😂
This year, I had a privilege and honor of being a member of the programming committee for the Dynamic Communities Summit NA. And, as a token of appreciation, look what I got - yes, a bobble-head figure of me!!! Ok, perhaps more handsome than real me, but hey 😉😂
October 21, 2025 at 2:26 AM
BEST-SWAG-EVER!!!
This year, I had a privilege and honor of being a member of the programming committee for the Dynamic Communities Summit NA. And, as a token of appreciation, look what I got - yes, a bobble-head figure of me!!! Ok, perhaps more handsome than real me, but hey 😉😂
This year, I had a privilege and honor of being a member of the programming committee for the Dynamic Communities Summit NA. And, as a token of appreciation, look what I got - yes, a bobble-head figure of me!!! Ok, perhaps more handsome than real me, but hey 😉😂
4!
That's the number of seats remaining for my 2-day Academy Class about everything #MicrosoftFabric at Summit NA in less than two weeks in Orlando.
Registration closes this Friday, so this is your final chance to grab your spot and learn about all the Fabric components
That's the number of seats remaining for my 2-day Academy Class about everything #MicrosoftFabric at Summit NA in less than two weeks in Orlando.
Registration closes this Friday, so this is your final chance to grab your spot and learn about all the Fabric components
October 6, 2025 at 6:40 AM
4!
That's the number of seats remaining for my 2-day Academy Class about everything #MicrosoftFabric at Summit NA in less than two weeks in Orlando.
Registration closes this Friday, so this is your final chance to grab your spot and learn about all the Fabric components
That's the number of seats remaining for my 2-day Academy Class about everything #MicrosoftFabric at Summit NA in less than two weeks in Orlando.
Registration closes this Friday, so this is your final chance to grab your spot and learn about all the Fabric components
Happening this week!
If you want to raise your analytics game to a whole new level and get ready for the most popular #Microsoft data certificate ever (#DP600 #MicrosoftFabric Analytics Engineer), join me for a 2-day Bootcamp at @oreilly.bsky.social.
aka.data-mozart.com/dp600
If you want to raise your analytics game to a whole new level and get ready for the most popular #Microsoft data certificate ever (#DP600 #MicrosoftFabric Analytics Engineer), join me for a 2-day Bootcamp at @oreilly.bsky.social.
aka.data-mozart.com/dp600
October 4, 2025 at 8:42 AM
Happening this week!
If you want to raise your analytics game to a whole new level and get ready for the most popular #Microsoft data certificate ever (#DP600 #MicrosoftFabric Analytics Engineer), join me for a 2-day Bootcamp at @oreilly.bsky.social.
aka.data-mozart.com/dp600
If you want to raise your analytics game to a whole new level and get ready for the most popular #Microsoft data certificate ever (#DP600 #MicrosoftFabric Analytics Engineer), join me for a 2-day Bootcamp at @oreilly.bsky.social.
aka.data-mozart.com/dp600
Who wouldn't like an office like this?!
#PowerBI turned 10 a couple of weeks ago. And here is to the anniversary of the product that changed many lives (including mine) for the better. Power BI and Lego in synergy - could it be more amazing?
#PowerBI turned 10 a couple of weeks ago. And here is to the anniversary of the product that changed many lives (including mine) for the better. Power BI and Lego in synergy - could it be more amazing?
September 21, 2025 at 11:12 AM
Who wouldn't like an office like this?!
#PowerBI turned 10 a couple of weeks ago. And here is to the anniversary of the product that changed many lives (including mine) for the better. Power BI and Lego in synergy - could it be more amazing?
#PowerBI turned 10 a couple of weeks ago. And here is to the anniversary of the product that changed many lives (including mine) for the better. Power BI and Lego in synergy - could it be more amazing?
2nd European #FabCon is a wrap!
It was an intensive and entertaining week, full of learning and networking.
Thanks everyone from Microsoft who made it happen - I don’t want to point out individuals, because it was a team effort.
Till next year...
Auf wiedersehen Vienna, hola Barcelona!
It was an intensive and entertaining week, full of learning and networking.
Thanks everyone from Microsoft who made it happen - I don’t want to point out individuals, because it was a team effort.
Till next year...
Auf wiedersehen Vienna, hola Barcelona!
September 18, 2025 at 3:38 PM
2nd European #FabCon is a wrap!
It was an intensive and entertaining week, full of learning and networking.
Thanks everyone from Microsoft who made it happen - I don’t want to point out individuals, because it was a team effort.
Till next year...
Auf wiedersehen Vienna, hola Barcelona!
It was an intensive and entertaining week, full of learning and networking.
Thanks everyone from Microsoft who made it happen - I don’t want to point out individuals, because it was a team effort.
Till next year...
Auf wiedersehen Vienna, hola Barcelona!
Day 3 at the fabulous #FabCon and it's all about the community and meeting wonderful like-minded people from all around the world!
P.S. Oh, yes, I was also featured in the famous Power Hour, together with my incredible community friends. Thank you, @justrie.bsky.social for this special opportunity
P.S. Oh, yes, I was also featured in the famous Power Hour, together with my incredible community friends. Thank you, @justrie.bsky.social for this special opportunity
September 18, 2025 at 12:12 PM
Day 3 at the fabulous #FabCon and it's all about the community and meeting wonderful like-minded people from all around the world!
P.S. Oh, yes, I was also featured in the famous Power Hour, together with my incredible community friends. Thank you, @justrie.bsky.social for this special opportunity
P.S. Oh, yes, I was also featured in the famous Power Hour, together with my incredible community friends. Thank you, @justrie.bsky.social for this special opportunity
Aaaaand...#FabCon has officially kicked off! A ton of announcements at the keynote from Arun Ulag and Amir Netz
September 16, 2025 at 7:36 AM
Aaaaand...#FabCon has officially kicked off! A ton of announcements at the keynote from Arun Ulag and Amir Netz
On my way to #FabCon Vienna, enjoying a train ride from Salzburg!
This evening, a dinner with my friend Gregor Brunner and his amazing Measure Killer team, and then see you all tomorrow morning at the venue!
This evening, a dinner with my friend Gregor Brunner and his amazing Measure Killer team, and then see you all tomorrow morning at the venue!
September 15, 2025 at 1:29 PM
On my way to #FabCon Vienna, enjoying a train ride from Salzburg!
This evening, a dinner with my friend Gregor Brunner and his amazing Measure Killer team, and then see you all tomorrow morning at the venue!
This evening, a dinner with my friend Gregor Brunner and his amazing Measure Killer team, and then see you all tomorrow morning at the venue!
Packing my stuff for #FabCon Vienna. Only essentials - a toothbrush, a shirt, and...The "Fundamentals of #MicrosoftFabric" book (well, a couple of) which I wrote together with @bweissman.bsky.social for @oreilly.bsky.social and which is still hot of the press!
September 14, 2025 at 2:11 PM
Packing my stuff for #FabCon Vienna. Only essentials - a toothbrush, a shirt, and...The "Fundamentals of #MicrosoftFabric" book (well, a couple of) which I wrote together with @bweissman.bsky.social for @oreilly.bsky.social and which is still hot of the press!
The wait is over - it's #FabCon Vienna week!
Can't wait to see all fellow data enthusiasts while learning everything #MicrosoftFabric.
You can find me on Wednesday in the Community Lounge. I'll also be in the Ask the Experts area 4-6pm, trying to answer your #PowerBI questions
Can't wait to see all fellow data enthusiasts while learning everything #MicrosoftFabric.
You can find me on Wednesday in the Community Lounge. I'll also be in the Ask the Experts area 4-6pm, trying to answer your #PowerBI questions
September 14, 2025 at 9:35 AM
The wait is over - it's #FabCon Vienna week!
Can't wait to see all fellow data enthusiasts while learning everything #MicrosoftFabric.
You can find me on Wednesday in the Community Lounge. I'll also be in the Ask the Experts area 4-6pm, trying to answer your #PowerBI questions
Can't wait to see all fellow data enthusiasts while learning everything #MicrosoftFabric.
You can find me on Wednesday in the Community Lounge. I'll also be in the Ask the Experts area 4-6pm, trying to answer your #PowerBI questions
How much #MicrosoftFabric can you learn in 24 hours?!
Something is cooking...Stay tuned for the announcement next week!
Something is cooking...Stay tuned for the announcement next week!
August 31, 2025 at 3:28 PM
How much #MicrosoftFabric can you learn in 24 hours?!
Something is cooking...Stay tuned for the announcement next week!
Something is cooking...Stay tuned for the announcement next week!
"You need to give Nikola a raise. I've been to a bunch of courses both in person and online...he was by far the best presenter I have been to. I'll look for more classes he presents in. Amazing job!!!"
August 30, 2025 at 5:59 PM
"You need to give Nikola a raise. I've been to a bunch of courses both in person and online...he was by far the best presenter I have been to. I'll look for more classes he presents in. Amazing job!!!"
Look what I found this morning!
Yes, I've been crowned #Azure #Synapse Champion in 2022
Does anyone still remember that Microsoft had "an end-to-end analytics solution" even before #MicrosoftFabric😉?
@andycutler.bsky.social, @kevchant.bsky.social, @pawelpotasinski.bsky.social: good memories, ha?
Yes, I've been crowned #Azure #Synapse Champion in 2022
Does anyone still remember that Microsoft had "an end-to-end analytics solution" even before #MicrosoftFabric😉?
@andycutler.bsky.social, @kevchant.bsky.social, @pawelpotasinski.bsky.social: good memories, ha?
August 20, 2025 at 6:59 AM
Look what I found this morning!
Yes, I've been crowned #Azure #Synapse Champion in 2022
Does anyone still remember that Microsoft had "an end-to-end analytics solution" even before #MicrosoftFabric😉?
@andycutler.bsky.social, @kevchant.bsky.social, @pawelpotasinski.bsky.social: good memories, ha?
Yes, I've been crowned #Azure #Synapse Champion in 2022
Does anyone still remember that Microsoft had "an end-to-end analytics solution" even before #MicrosoftFabric😉?
@andycutler.bsky.social, @kevchant.bsky.social, @pawelpotasinski.bsky.social: good memories, ha?
Just wrapped another #MicrosoftFabric Bootcamp training for a client - and what a great group it was! A lot of engagement, interesting questions, and hard hands-on work in the labs.
Thank YOU all for the great time and feedback - the overall rating says it all:)
Thank YOU all for the great time and feedback - the overall rating says it all:)
August 14, 2025 at 3:22 PM
Just wrapped another #MicrosoftFabric Bootcamp training for a client - and what a great group it was! A lot of engagement, interesting questions, and hard hands-on work in the labs.
Thank YOU all for the great time and feedback - the overall rating says it all:)
Thank YOU all for the great time and feedback - the overall rating says it all:)
It's certification renewal season!
After the PL-300 yesterday, today I've renewed the DP-700 (#MicrosoftFabric Data Engineer) for the first time. This was also a good reminder that I need to refresh my knowledge on particular topics (like CI/CD, for example).
After the PL-300 yesterday, today I've renewed the DP-700 (#MicrosoftFabric Data Engineer) for the first time. This was also a good reminder that I need to refresh my knowledge on particular topics (like CI/CD, for example).
August 13, 2025 at 2:09 PM
It's certification renewal season!
After the PL-300 yesterday, today I've renewed the DP-700 (#MicrosoftFabric Data Engineer) for the first time. This was also a good reminder that I need to refresh my knowledge on particular topics (like CI/CD, for example).
After the PL-300 yesterday, today I've renewed the DP-700 (#MicrosoftFabric Data Engineer) for the first time. This was also a good reminder that I need to refresh my knowledge on particular topics (like CI/CD, for example).
