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To kick off 2026 we have a presentation from the community! Patrick Boateng will present:
Python argument validation
Hear me out: If you've been programming in Python for some time, you may have noticed that validating function or method arguments can become quite complex. It often requires writing numerous if, else, or match statements.
“attrs” and “pydantic” (just to name a few) have solutions for this, but they all use the “class” approach, which means you would have to either “decorate” your classes (attrs) or “inherit” from a “base class” (pydantic), which might not be the solution you want.
The MATLAB programming language solves the function argument validation in a very elegant way (in my opinion), which brings a level of clarity and structure to MATLAB’s programs.
I am happy to announce the release of “func-validator,” which provides a similar approach to MATLAB’s argument validation framework in Python.
You can install it using the following command:
pip install func-validator
pip3 install func-validator -> on Unix (or Linux) systems.
Stay up to date with the latest “func-validator” features, tips, and updates—follow me now so you never miss an announcement or a feature highlight!
Links
PyPI: https://pypi.org/project/func-validator/
GitHub: https://github.com/patrickboateng/func-validator/
Docs: https://func-validator.readthedocs.io/en/latest/https://func-validator.readthedocs.io/en/latest/
In the time left over, I will start on the promised topic of deploying FastAPI to Azure.7 attendees
Memphis Data Professionals
FedEx Institute of Technology(FIT), 365 Innovation Dr, Memphis, TN, USCopilot in Power BI: Rule Your Analytics Workflow
AI has officially arrived in Power BI—and it’s changing how insights are created, explored, and delivered.
Join us for a high-impact session on Copilot in Power BI, led by DeNisha Malone, the Power BI Queen! Her ability to turn complex data into clear, confident, decision-ready insights is unmatched.
This is not a theoretical overview. This session is built for professionals who want to understand what Copilot actually does well today, how to use it responsibly, and how it fits into real-world Power BI models.
What you’ll walk away with:
- How Copilot accelerates report building, exploration, and explanation
- Practical ways AI can support DAX thinking, insight discovery, and storytelling
- Where Copilot adds real value—and where expert judgment still matters
- Concrete examples you can apply immediately in your own reports
Whether you work in finance, analytics, or operations, this session will help you move faster, think clearer, and elevate the way you communicate with data—without giving up control of your models.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
5:30 – 7:00 PM
FedEx Institute of Technology (FIT)
365 Innovation Dr · Memphis, TN
Room 225
If Power BI is part of your toolkit and AI is part of your future, this is a session you won’t want to miss. Spots fill fast—don’t miss your chance to learn from one of the best.28 attendees
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