Introducing the translytical task flow contest

Do you have an idea for automating decision-making in Microsoft Fabric? Want to help others learn while showcasing your skills?

We’re launching the Translytical Task Flow Contest – a challenge to create and share reusable templates that combine insights with automated actions using User Data Functions (UDFs). 

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Hey Data Enthusiasts! Join the Fun with the Translytical Task Flow Contest in Microsoft Fabric!

Got a brilliant idea for making data work smarter? Love the idea of turning insights into instant actions? Then you’re going to adore the Translytical Task Flow Contest, announced in the Power BI August 2025 Feature Summary! This awesome challenge invites you to create reusable templates that blend analytics with automation using User Data Functions (UDFs) in Microsoft Fabric. Whether you’re a Power BI pro or just starting out, this is your chance to shine, help others, and have some fun while showcasing your skills. Let’s dive into what this contest is all about and how you can jump in!

What’s a Translytical Task Flow, Anyway?

Okay, let’s break it down. Translytical task flows, launched in preview in May 2025, are like a superpower for Power BI. They let you take insights from your reports and turn them into real-world actions—right from your dashboard! Imagine this: you’re looking at a sales report, spot a struggling deal, and with one click, you trigger a discount request or send a notification to your team on Microsoft Teams. All without leaving Power BI! These flows use Fabric’s User Data Functions (UDFs) to make things like updating data, adding notes, sending alerts, or even tapping into AI services super easy.Think of scenarios like:

• Updating a customer record with a new discount.
• Adding a quick comment to explain a sales dip.
• Sending a Teams notification to approve a deal.
• Using Azure OpenAI to suggest personalized marketing ideas.

The Translytical Task Flow Contest is all about creating templates for these kinds of tasks that others can use, making data-driven decisions faster and more fun.

The Contest: Your Time to Get Creative!

Getting started is super easy! Here’s what you need to do:

1. Enable the Feature: In Power BI Desktop, head to File > Options and Settings > Options > Preview Features and turn on translytical task flows. Ask your Fabric tenant admin to enable UDFs if they’re not already on.
2. Learn the Ropes: Check out the end-to-end tutorial on Microsoft Learn. It walks you through setting up a SQL database, writing a UDF, and linking it to a Power BI report. It’s like a recipe for success!
3. Get Inspired: Peek at examples like creating AI-driven marketing emails or automating approvals via Teams. Community rockstar Sujata Narayana has shared some great ideas to spark your creativity!

Need some inspiration? Picture a dashboard where a manager filters low-performing products, clicks a button to update stock levels, and gets a confirmation—all in seconds. That’s the kind of magic you can create!

Why You’ll Love This

Joining the contest is a win-win:

• Show Off Your Skills: Build something awesome and let the world see what you can do with Power BI and Fabric.
• Help Others: Your template could make life easier for teams everywhere, from small businesses to big enterprises.
• Get Noticed: Winning entries get featured at FabCon Vienna, where thousands of data fans gather. Talk about a resume booster!
• Learn Something New: Playing with task flows is a fantastic way to level up your Fabric skills and explore its newest features.

Plus, this contest is part of Power BI’s 10th anniversary celebration—a perfect moment to join a community that’s been turning data into impact for a decade!

Tips for Creating a Winning Template

Task flows are amazing, but they’re still in preview, so expect a few quirks. You’ll need to manage permissions carefully to avoid accidental data changes—think “Execute Functions” access for shared reports. And since the feature is evolving, keep an eye on the Power BI Blog for updates. If you’re combining task flows with other August 2025 goodies like Copilot, test thoroughly to ensure everything plays nicely together.

Ready to Join the Fun?

Hop over to the Fabric Community for all the contest details and submission guidelines. Check out the Translytical Task Flow Gallery for cool ideas from other creators, or join the buzz on X You’ve got until August 29, 2025, to submit your masterpiece, so don’t wait.This is your chance to make data do more—turn insights into action, help the community, and maybe even steal the spotlight at FabCon. For all the details, swing by the Power BI Blog: Introducing the Translytical Task Flow Contest.

Let’s get creating and make some data magic happen!