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Why CData for Azure DevOps Power BI Connectivity
Break free from data loading limitations and on-premises restrictions of Azure DevOps reporting in Power BI. Easily connect Microsoft Power BI with live Azure DevOps data for up-to-date visual analysis and reporting.
High-performance Azure DevOps Connectivity
Eliminate Azure DevOps performance & query speed issues in minutes
Large datasets often slow down reports and dashboards in Power BI due to its in-memory model. However, CData's Power BI Connector for Azure DevOps overcomes these challenges with advanced query optimization and Direct Query support. By leveraging Direct Query, you can avoid loading your entire Azure DevOps dataset into local memory and instead benefit from efficient server-side processing.
Breakthrough Power BI data volume and storage limits
Power BI Pro imposes a 1GB dataset size limit, and even Premium workspaces have constraints on query performance. The CData Power BI Connector supports Direct Query, reducing the amount of data retrieved when analyzing Azure DevOps data. Instead of loading the entire Azure DevOps dataset, only the necessary subset of query results is returned for your reports, optimizing performance and efficiency.
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Comprehensive Azure DevOps data and metadata discovery
Find the Azure DevOps data you need for reports — fast and easy.
The Azure DevOps Connector provides full access to both data and metadata, enabling efficient automated data exploration and discovery. It features intelligent row scanning, type detection, relationship mapping, and support for unstructured data. These capabilities allow Power BI to recognize data fields without the need for casting or conversion, making it easier and faster for users to create meaningful reports.
Simplify report development with SQL-like querying
Certain data sources, such as Azure DevOps and other NoSQL databases, lack native support for SQL-like queries, often requiring data transformation before use in Power BI. CData simplifies this process with a built-in SQL transformation layer that automatically translates SQL queries into real-time data source calls. This enables seamless Azure DevOps integration, making it as straightforward as connecting to a traditional relational database.
Live Azure DevOps reporting. No ETL Required
Mitigate security & compliance risks vs. other integrations
CData's live Power BI connectivity for Azure DevOps overcomes the challenges associated with traditional integration methods like ETL and local data replication. Unlike data replication, live querying enhances security and compliance by eliminating risks such as data staleness, inconsistency, and corruption. It also reduces exposure from overprivileged access and delayed revocation while minimizing the attack surface created by duplicate copies. Additionally, live connectivity simplifies regulatory compliance by ensuring better adherence to data residency, retention policies, and auditability requirements.
Native Power BI Gateway and Power Platform support
Azure DevOps Power BI Connector supports the use from Power BI Gateway. Power BI on-premises gateway allows publish and auto-refresh the data set in your Power BI Desktop to Power BI cloud and other Microsoft Power Platform services such as Power Apps and Power Automate.
Cloud-to-cloud integration with auto-refresh
Sometimes setting up Power BI Gateway is not an option. IT departments often resist installing the Power BI on-premises gateway due to security concerns over data access and credential storage. They may also be reluctant because of the added maintenance burden and potential network vulnerabilities.
CData Connect AI transforms Azure DevOps data connectivity by removing the need for a local gateway. This enables Power BI service users to refresh data seamlessly within Power BI, ensuring they always work with the latest Azure DevOps data. While it doesn't yet support Direct Query mode, CData Connect AI is the ideal choice for deploying auto-refreshing Power BI reports in the cloud.
Connect Power BI to Azure DevOps
Watch the video overview for a first hand look at how easy it is to connect Power BI to live data from Azure DevOps with CData.
- Leverage Direct Query capabilities to enhance analytics performance for large Azure DevOps data sets.
- Extensive schema discovery capabilities for every data source. Explore tables, columns, keys, and other data constructs based on user identity.
- Easily connect Power BI directly with complex data structures through flexible and extensible flattening.
- Deploy Power BI reports that automatically refresh on-prem or to the cloud.
- And more!
Frequent Azure DevOps Power BI Connectivity questions
Common questions about integrating Azure DevOps with Microsoft Power BI.
Does Azure DevOps support Power BI?
Azure DevOps doesn't natively integrate with Power BI, but CData Power BI Connectors for Azure DevOps enable seamless Azure DevOps analytics and reporting. Our connectors provide real-time, direct access to Azure DevOps data in Power BI, allowing you to build dynamic dashboards without complex ETL processes. With CData, you get secure, high-performance connectivity for better insights.
How do I connect to Azure DevOps from Power BI?
Moving data from Azure DevOps to Power BI doesn't have to be difficult. The Azure DevOps Power BI Connector enables real-time, direct Power BI Azure DevOps connectivity, eliminating complex ETL.
How It Works
- Install the PowerBI Azure DevOps connector and open Power BI Desktop.
- Connect via Get Data > More > CData Azure DevOps using your credentials to connect Azure DevOps and Power BI.
- Access live data, run SQL queries, and build dynamic dashboards.
- Publish reports to Power BI Service for seamless sharing.
That's all there is to it. With secure, high-performance Power BI Azure DevOps integration, CData simplifies Azure DevOps bi, analytics and reporting. For more information, read the Power BI Azure DevOps Connector getting started guide.
What are the advantages of using the CData Azure DevOps data Connector for Power BI?
The CData Azure DevOps Connector offers key advantages for seamless Azure DevOps Power BI integration:
- Azure DevOps Real-Time Analytics (DirectQuery): Live, direct query access to Azure DevOps data in Power BI eliminates extracts and refreshes. This is especially powerful for working with large Azure DevOps datasets, as it allows you to analyze massive amounts of data without the limitations of in-memory processing. DirectQuery ensures your reports always reflect the latest Azure DevOps information.
- Performance & Scalability: Optimized queries ensure fast data retrieval and handle growing data volumes efficiently. Even with massive datasets, the CData connectors make Azure DevOps PowerBI integration fast and reliable.
- Comprehensive Data Access: The Azure DevOps BI connector provides comprehensive access to Azure DevOps Data and Azure DevOps metadata, empowering you to understand the structure of your data and build more robust and accurate reports. This deep Azure DevOps metadata integration simplifies data discovery and ensures your Power BI reports accurately reflect the meaning and context of your Azure DevOps data.
- Enterprise-Grade Security: The Azure DevOps PowerBI connector supports modern security standards and enterprise authentication methods, making it easier to comply with security policies.
Ultimately, the Azure DevOps to Power BI connector delivers fast, secure, and customizable access to Azure DevOps in Power BI for analytics and reporting.
How does the CData Azure DevOps connector work with Power BI Service?
Yes, all of our connectors support connecting Microsoft Power BI and Azure DevOps integration from Power BI Service by using the Microsoft Power BI Gateway. Instructions for installing and configuring the Power BI Gateway are available in the online Azure DevOps help file.
Alternatively, for customers unable to use the Microsoft Power BI Gateway should consider the CData Connect AI Power BI Client for real-time integration with Azure DevOps. With CData Connect AI, there is no need to install individual connectors in order to connect Power BI to Azure DevOps. Easily build visualizations in Power BI that are powered by live data, without installing any new software or 3rd party connectors.
Find out more about connecting Azure DevOps to Power BI Service.
Where can I download the Azure DevOps Connector for Power BI?
All of the CData Power BI Connectors for PowerBI Azure DevOps integration are freely available for download online. A 30-day trial of the Azure DevOps Connector download can be found alongside other supported Azure DevOps integration technologies like ODBC, JDBC, ADO.NET, SQL Server SSIS, and more.
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