I want to make it easy for everyone to use data for good. That is why I created my blog to share tools, techniques and resources I make or use.
This portfolio includes my recent projects and some background info about me.

About

Dean Robinson

Hi - I'm Dean Robinson


I am a Data Solution Architect with a background in Data Analysis and over 15 years experience of working with data. I have a more detailed about page if you would like to know more but here are the highlights 🙂
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Experienced Manager

I lead high performance data teams supporting major change initiatives for 10 years at a large UK Charity. I am immensely proud of the amazing work we delivered and bring that experience to my new role as a consultant.

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Skilled Data Professional

Over 15 years of experience working to unlock value from data and adopting modern and scalable tools like Microsoft Fabric and Azure Synapse Analytics.

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Always Learning

I have Microsoft Data Certifications and looking at TOGAF as a area to further develop my Architecture skills.

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My Latest Projects

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Microsoft Fabric

I have been working with Microsoft Fabric since 2024 and working on a bunch of customization, standards and use cases.

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Lakehouse Architecture and Engineering

I am obsessed with Delta and have been using it since long before Fabric.

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Python Text Analysis in Power BI

In this project I have been adapting Python Text analysis tools for text analysis, key word/ phrase extraction, sentiment identification to be used in Power BI reports.

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Advanced Power BI Visuals

In this project I have been using a variety of tools to bring more advanced reporting and style capabilities to Power BI. This includes marketplace visuals, custom HTML elements and using ShapeMaps.

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Power BI Report Builder

I have recently started using Power BI Report Builder to create Paginated Reports and have been diving into using ShapeFile maps and optimizing Ux.

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