Globe Particle Cloud iN Power BI using Deneb and Vega-Lite

Have you ever wanted to create visually stunning, interactive visualizations in Power BI that go beyond the ordinary? In my latest YouTube video, I demonstrate how to build an interactive Earth particle cloud map using Deneb and Vega-Lite.

What you'll learn:

How to map airport locations globally using latitude and longitude.
Configuring orthographic projections for a rounded, Earth-like view.
Adding dynamic sliders for user interactivity.

But did you know there are limitations with Deneb (the certified version) when it comes to mapping?

Here are a few challenges to consider:

Limited external data source support - custom map files are not supported (for certified visual).
Limited set of native custom maps for advanced geographic customizations.
Most map projections are 2D, with orthographic being the only Earth-like option.
Visual sizing issues - sliders often require manual adjustments to avoid scrollbars.
Interactivity relies heavily on predefined sliders and parameters, which can feel restrictive.

Despite these limitations, there are still possibilities for creating eye-catching, interactive dashboards with Deneb.

What you'll learn:

How to map airport locations globally using latitude and longitude.
Configuring orthographic projections for a rounded, Earth-like view.
Adding dynamic sliders for user interactivity.

But did you know there are limitations with Deneb (the certified version) when it comes to mapping?

Here are a few challenges to consider:

Limited external data source support - custom map files are not supported (for certified visual).
Limited set of native custom maps for advanced geographic customizations.
Most map projections are 2D, with orthographic being the only Earth-like option.
Visual sizing issues - sliders often require manual adjustments to avoid scrollbars.
Interactivity relies heavily on predefined sliders and parameters, which can feel restrictive.

Despite these limitations, there are still possibilities for creating eye-catching, interactive dashboards with Deneb.