AI is reshaping the data landscape at incredible speed—and Microsoft Fabric is evolving just as rapidly to meet the moment. But with so many new capabilities emerging in, with, and around Fabric, the challenge isn’t just what’s possible—it’s knowing where to focus.

This session introduces The Fabric AI Compass: a conceptual framework designed to help you orient yourself in this expanding ecosystem and navigate the many layers of AI that are becoming core to data work. Using the metaphor of a compass, we’ll map out the four cardinal directions that represent the major vectors of AI value in the Fabric platform—from productivity-enhancing copilots, to intelligent agents that streamline operations, to powerful machine learning workflows and strategic AI integrations that push the boundaries of what’s next.

Rather than diving deep into a single tool or service, this session takes a panoramic view—showing how AI features connect across personas, workloads, and business goals. We’ll look at embedded AI in Fabric experiences, services like Copilot Studio and Azure AI Agents that work alongside Fabric, and platforms like Azure ML and AI Foundry that expand its reach for advanced scenarios.

By the end of this session, you’ll have a clear and structured understanding of how AI is woven into Microsoft Fabric and its surrounding ecosystem. You’ll leave with a practical mental model—a compass—that helps you make sense of the different AI capabilities, align them to your goals, and communicate their value to your teams and stakeholders. Whether you’re charting a new course or adjusting your current direction, this session will help you navigate with clarity and confidence.