Looker adds AI-fueled visual, conversational data exploration, continuous integration

Google is enhancing Looker with AI capabilities and a new reporting experience, built on a trusted semantic model. All Looker platform users can now use conversational analytics powered by Gemini models for natural language data analysis. A new reporting experience enhances data storytelling and exploration, now available to all Looker-hosted customers. Gemini in Looker simplifies business intelligence and makes it more accessible, empowering users and reducing burdens on data teams. Conversational Analytics allows users to ask questions of their data and receive AI-driven insights. The Conversational Analytics API allows developers to embed natural language query capabilities into custom applications. Looker reports, similar to Looker Studio, brings powerful visualization and reporting directly into Looker. Continuous integration in Looker ensures faster and more reliable development by automating testing and validation of SQL and LookML changes. These updates represent a major advancement in delivering a complete AI-for-BI platform. These advancements aim to transform data into a strategic advantage.