Presenting @ DataGrillen 2024
Session: Dashboard Design: The Icing on the Cake
On May 16, I presented my Power BI design session: “Dashboard Design – The Icing on the Cake” during DataGrillen (Lingen).
Session: Dashboard Design – The Icing on the Cake
Where and When: Thursday, May 16, DataGrillen, Lingen
DataGrillen is a free event held in Lingen (Germany), do you want to be part of this event next year? Keep an eye on the website: DataGrillen
Slides: You can find my slides on GitHub.

My session at DataGrillen - Dashboard Design: The Icing on the Cake
Level: Beginner & Intermediate
This session at DataGrillen uses a fun baking competition analogy to walk attendees through five essential steps for designing visually appealing and user-friendly Power BI reports.
Just like anyone can bake a cake, anyone can create a report—but the most memorable ones truly stand out! Whether you’re new to Power BI or looking to polish your existing skills, this session will give you the tools to craft stunning, easy-to-read reports. And don’t worry—no prior design experience is needed!
Here’s what you’ll learn:
- Master the Basics: Understand fundamental design principles to make your reports visually engaging.
- Create Clear Visuals: Apply simple, actionable techniques to ensure your visuals resonate with end users.
- Enhance Readability: Discover formatting tips to improve clarity and make insights easy to find.
- Design with Confidence: Walk away with the confidence to build reports that not only look great but also impress and inform any audience.
Make sure you join DataGrillen next time!