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The Missing Rule for Power BI Layouts
Since I posted my article about minimum font sizes for different Power BI canvas sizes, I have been thinking about all the other UI elements on the screen. Surely they would behave similarly to font sizes? If font sizes need to scale proportionally to the canvas size to preserve readability and accessibility… then spacing, padding,…
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Building PBIX A11y: A Lovable Experiment in Accessible Analytics
I’ve recently decided to have a go at vibe coding, using Lovable. After building my first application to integrate project controls reporting, I started exploring what else might be possible. Naturally, I gravitated towards a problem I’ve been talking about for years, accessibility in Power BI. So I asked a simple question: Could I build…
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Power BI Font Scaling Guide for New Canvas Sizes
Power BI’s April (2026) update finally introduced larger canvas sizes, and the community has been buzzing about the new design possibilities. More space, more flexibility, more room to breathe. But there’s still a missing piece in the conversation, one that directly affects accessibility and readability. What happens to font size when the canvas gets bigger?…
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Power BI & European Accessibility Act Part 1 : Implementing Alternative Text
Oh, alt text. I’ve been asked about it more times than I can count. The question usually arrives with a hopeful pause, as if there might finally be a neat, universal rule that makes the whole thing simple. But alt text has never been simple. It sits in that awkward space between the technical and…
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Breaking Systemic Barriers for Mothers at Work: What Needs to Chage
Speaking about systemic barriers for women in the workplace is not new. But acting on them? That’s where the real gap still exists. Recently, I had the opportunity to share part of my journey in the MotherBoard Mums in Tech series, reflecting on what it means to return to the tech industry after a career…
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Building a Colour Contrast Ratio Checker in Power BI (Using Pure DAX and WCAG Maths)
Accessibility is something I advocate for constantly, especially when it comes to colour contrast. Yet every time the topic comes up, there’s always someone who believes contrast is just a matter of “choosing colours that look okay together.” Apparently, it’s not “technical enough.” So this time, instead of explaining why colour contrast matters, I decided to show just how technical it really is, by building a fully WCAG-compliant Colour Contrast Ratio Checker inside Power…
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Automating Alt Text in Power BI with DAX User‑Defined Functions
I still remember the first time I saw a demo of DAX User‑Defined Functions (UDFs) in Power BI. I was genuinely fascinated. For years, DAX has been incredibly powerful, but it has also encouraged repetition. We copy patterns, duplicate logic, and make small wording changes across multiple measures. When UDFs were introduced, it felt like…
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Y-Axes Lies: How Small Design Choice Shapes Stories
In one of my recent sessions, “Accidental Data Lies: How Poor Visual Can Choices Mislead”, I take a deep dive into common chart crimes and the ethics of data visualisation and storytelling. One of my favourite examples is truncated axes. If the term sounds technical, don’t worry, it’s actually very simple. Truncating an axis means…
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When Relationships Go Rogue in Power BI
Happy 2026! If you’re still hunting for a New Year’s resolution, here’s a good one: get to know your data model like it’s your best friend! Understanding how your relationships work, especially the sneaky bidirectional ones, can save you hours of head-scratching and help your reports tell the right story from the start. And to prove the…
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The Feedback Redemption
When I first started my career, feedback was the part I dreaded most. I’d sit there in review meetings, smiling politely on the outside, while inside I was defensive, anxious, sometimes even furious. Every comment felt personal. A verdict on my worth. Being one of the few women in the room only amplified that feeling.…
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I’m Juliana
The creator behind Smart Frames UI, a space where storytelling meets strategy, and dashboards do more than just display numbers. For over 15 years, I’ve been driven by a passion for uncovering the stories hidden within data. I specialise in transforming complex project data into clear, actionable insights that empower stakeholders to make informed decisions with confidence. Through Power BI, I not only visualise data but also ensure it’s accessible to everyone, following WCAG guidelines to remove barriers and make informed decision-making truly inclusive.
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