Back to all BlogsCelebrating 10 Years of Power BI with Native PBIP Automation in AnalyticsCreator
Power BI celebrates its 10th anniversary with over 375,000 organizations relying on it globally. To mark this milestone, AnalyticsCreator now natively supports PBIP project generation, enabling modern, version-controlled, and DevOps-friendly Power BI development at scale.
Native PBIP Generation in AnalyticsCreator
AnalyticsCreator now supports the automated generation of Power BI Projects (PBIP), fully aligned with Microsoft’s Tabular Model Definition Language (TMDL). This empowers organizations to create PBIP-formatted semantic models directly within AnalyticsCreator—ready for Git integration, CI/CD pipelines, and scalable Power BI delivery.
Why PBIP Matters
- Text-based and editor-friendly: PBIP files are structured for readability and editable in tools like VS Code, supporting IntelliSense and schema validation.
- Modular folder structure: Separate folders for semantic models and reports make it easy to reuse components and structure projects.
- Git-native: PBIP is built for version control, allowing branching, merging, and collaboration through Git workflows.
- CI/CD compatibility: PBIP unlocks automated testing and deployment through pipelines, ideal for Microsoft Fabric and enterprise environments.
- Programmatic editing: Developers can automate updates via scripts or APIs, using TOM or other tools to scale changes across reports.
Built for Compatibility and Governance
PBIP and TMDL represent the future of governed Power BI development. AnalyticsCreator supports this future by enabling full automation of semantic models in PBIP format—compatible with enterprise DevOps standards.
Whether building data products, scaling Power BI, or embedding reports into release pipelines, PBIP support in AnalyticsCreator delivers control, clarity, and speed.
Explore Further
Learn more about PBIP support and how it fits into your reporting and DevOps strategies by visiting our Features page or requesting a demo via our contact form.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is PBIP in Power BI?
PBIP (Power BI Project) is a text-based file format designed for source control, modular development, and DevOps pipelines in Power BI.
Why is PBIP important for enterprises?
It enables version control, reusable components, and automated deployment—making Power BI development scalable and governance-ready.
What is TMDL and how does it relate to PBIP?
TMDL (Tabular Model Definition Language) is Microsoft’s new language for defining semantic models in Power BI. PBIP is built on TMDL.
Can I edit PBIP files in code editors?
Yes. PBIP files are human-readable and can be edited in tools like Visual Studio Code, with IntelliSense and schema validation.
Does AnalyticsCreator generate PBIP automatically?
Yes. AnalyticsCreator generates PBIP artifacts natively, allowing teams to integrate them into Git and CI/CD workflows without manual export steps.
How does this benefit Power BI developers?
It simplifies collaboration, reduces errors, and aligns report development with modern software practices like branching and pull requests.
Can I automate deployment of PBIP projects?
Yes. With CI/CD pipelines and AnalyticsCreator, PBIP files can be tested and deployed across environments automatically.
Is PBIP support included in all AnalyticsCreator licenses?
Yes. PBIP generation is part of our standard feature set for Power BI integration.
