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Power Platform 24 Conference March 2024

That's a wrap! We're processing and posting recordings as quick as we can. Join Power Platform enthusiasts from around the world for a full day of sessions about Microsoft Business Applications. No matter where you are in the world, this is in your time-zone. Brought to you by 365.Training and Exalents. Please note, there were technical difficulties with a few of the session recordings. We are working on the issue and hope to post something soon. They are noted below.

Course Module Details

Hour 1 - Surf's Up! Catching the Dynamics 365 Wave 1, 2024 Tsunami (1 Hours)

Brace yourselves for a fun-filled adventure into the world of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Wave 1 2024! I'm not just talking updates; I'm talking a whirlwind of features and updates that'll make your data dance and your metrics sing.

  • Surf's Up! Catching the Dynamics 365 Wave 1, 2024 Tsunami

    Brace yourselves for a fun-filled adventure into the world of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Wave 1 2024! I'm not just talking updates; I'm talking a whirlwind of features and updates that'll make your data dance and your metrics sing. Imagine advanced functionality as smooth as a comedian's punchline. Tailored for tech enthusiasts, savvy business analysts, and Maker maestros, this session is your ticket to becoming a Dynamics 365 CE superstar. So, grab your geeky glasses and join us on this jolly journey through the latest and greatest for D365 Sales and Customer Service!


    Featuring
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    Dian Taylor

    Dian Taylor is a Microsoft Business Applications MVP. She specializes in customer relationship management (CRM) technology and process at RSM in West Palm Beach, Florida.

Hour 2 - Power Catalog: The Next Generation (1 Hours)

Power Catalog is a feature of Power Platform that allows makers and users to easily find and install apps, components and templates within their organization. It also enables administrators and approvers to curate and control the quality and security of the Power Platform artifacts.

  • Power Catalog: The Next Generation

    Power Catalog is a feature of Power Platform that allows makers and users to easily find and install apps, components and templates within their organization. It also enables administrators and approvers to curate and control the quality and security of the Power Platform artifacts. However, until recently, Power Catalog was only accessible through a command line interface, which limited its usability and adoption. In this session, you will learn about the new in-maker experiences for Power Catalog, which provide a graphical user interface for publishing and acquiring components from the catalog. You will also get an overview of the existing catalog functionality and the benefits of using it for different scenarios and audiences. Finally, you will see a live demonstration of some of the new features and capabilities that will be available soon for everyone.


    Featuring
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    Michael Ochs

    Microsoft Business Applications MVP, Dynamics 365, Power Platform and Azure Developer.

Hour 3 - Unlocking Hidden Gems: Discover Underutilized Dynamics 365 CE Features! (1 Hours)

Don't miss out on the full potential of Dynamics 365 CE! In this session, I will uncover underutilized features and capabilities that you may not be aware of.

  • Unlocking Hidden Gems: Discover Underutilized Dynamics 365 CE Features!

    Don't miss out on the full potential of Dynamics 365 CE! In this session, I will uncover underutilized features and capabilities that you may not be aware of. I will explore how these hidden gems can improve efficiency, streamline processes and enhance your overall experience with Dynamics 365. This is an opportunity to learn about new ways to use the software and take your organization to the next level. Join me to discover how to unlock the full potential of Dynamics 365 CE!


    Featuring
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    Dian Taylor

    Dian Taylor is a Microsoft Business Applications MVP. She specializes in customer relationship management (CRM) technology and process at RSM in West Palm Beach, Florida.

Hour 4 - Governance for the Power Platform - How to get started. (1 Hours)

Implementing Governance for the Power Platform can feel like a daunting mountain to climb - How do we enable makers while keeping the IT department safe and sane?

  • Governance for the Power Platform - How to get started

    Implementing Governance for the Power Platform can feel like a daunting mountain to climb - How do we enable makers while keeping the IT department safe and sane? In this session we will go through the main aspects of Governance for the Power Platform including Environment Strategy, Implementing Data Policies, ALM Options and Maker Enablement. You will leave this session with a plan to implement Governance.


    Featuring
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    Em D'Arcy

    Bringing my colourful approach to the world of Business Applications

Hour 5 - Let me be your Power Platform ALM Copilot

PLEASE NOTE: Please note, there were technical difficulties with a few of the session recordings. We are working on the issue and hope to post something soon. The Application Lifecycle Management landscape in Dynamics and the Power Platform is changing rapidly and for the better. Join me to discuss the latest developments and the tools available for ALM today.

Hour 6 - JSON: A Low-Code introduction for No-Coders (0.5 Hours)

PLEASE NOTE: Please note, there were technical difficulties with a few of the session recordings. We are working on the issue and hope to post something soon. Users building solutions with the Power Platform that have no coding experience, or a limited understanding of code, are considered to be Low-Code, No-code developers.

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Hour 6.5 - Power BI factboxes in your BC Lists - Relevant KPIs at your fingertips!

PLEASE NOTE: Please note, there were technical difficulties with a few of the session recordings. We are working on the issue and hope to post something soon. Imagine how much time you could save if you could see KPIs for a Customer, Vendor, Item, or Job record as soon as you select it on a list page in BC.

Hour 7 - The New Demand Planning App Meets Copilot (30 Minutes)

PLEASE NOTE: Please note, there were technical difficulties with a few of the session recordings. We are working on the issue and hope to post something soon. Introduction to the new Demand planning app in D365, an overview of its features and integration with Copilot, as well as use cases and real world scenarios.

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Hour 8 - Battle of the Apps: Canvas vs Model

PLEASE NOTE: Please note, there were technical difficulties with a few of the session recordings. We are working on the issue and hope to post something soon. Come learn about the ins and outs of canvas and model apps on the Power Platform in a fun and interactive session! We’ll cover the differences, features, and strengths of each app type so you can make the best decisions for your projects.

Hour 9 - Customized Parallel & Sequential Approvals by using Power Apps & Power Automate process

PLEASE NOTE: Please note, there were technical difficulties with a few of the session recordings. We are working on the issue and hope to post something soon. In this session, I would like to demo an application with parallel & sequential approvals by using Power Apps & Power Automate.

Hour 10 - 10 Tips to Plan for a Successful Power Pages Project (1 Hours)

Join Business Applications MVP Nicholas Hayduk of Engineered Code as he shares his experiences implementing Power Pages.

  • 10 Tips to Plan for a Successful Power Pages Project

    Join Business Applications MVP Nicholas Hayduk of Engineered Code as he shares his experiences implementing Power Pages. Nick will cover his favorite tips he uses to help people all over the world succeed with their Pages projects, including what skills you need from project team members, where to find the best training resources, and how to avoid common pitfalls. This session is great for those just getting started with Power Pages, and for those experienced with other parts of Microsoft’s Power Platform. You’ll leave with a solid understanding of how to run a successful Power Pages implementation, start to finish.


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    Nicholas Hayduk

    As the founder of Engineered Code, I lead a team with expertise in web development and Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Customer Engagemen

Hour 11 - Democratizing & Accelerating AI Through Azure Machine Learning and the Power Platform (1 Hours)

Learn the current state of affairs as it relates to Artificial Intelligence in the Microsoft space. We'll cover things like Azure Machine Learning, AI Builder, Cognitive Services, and how to connect each of these tools with PowerApps.

  • Democratizing & Accelerating AI Through Azure Machine Learning and the Power Platform

    Learn the current state of affairs as it relates to Artificial Intelligence in the Microsoft space. We'll cover things like Azure Machine Learning, AI Builder, Cognitive Services, and how to connect each of these tools with PowerApps.


    Featuring
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    Sheila Shahpari

    Sheila Shahpari is a software engineer and Microsoft Business Applications MVP

Hour 12 - POWERFX TO THE PEOPLE! (1 Hours)

Step into the future of Power Platform development with Nathan Rose, Microsoft MVP and Capgemini Lead Consultant, in an interactive conference session that promises to redefine your understanding of PowerFx.

  • POWERFX TO THE PEOPLE!

    Step into the future of Power Platform development with Nathan Rose, Microsoft MVP and Capgemini Lead Consultant, in an interactive conference session that promises to redefine your understanding of PowerFx. Unlock the secrets of Microsoft's natural language, low-code gem - PowerFx, as Nathan takes you on a journey through its rapid expansion across the Power Platform. Be prepared for a rollercoaster ride as he unveils the untapped potential of PowerFx, now making unexpected appearances in new and groundbreaking realms. Nathan will demystify PowerFx and shed light on why it should matter to you. Brace yourself as he unveils the power of customization without writing a single line of code in various Power Platform domains, including Canvas & Model-driven Apps, Dataverse, Power Virtual Agents/Copilots, and Low-Code Plugins. But that's not all! Join Nathan to explore the future landscape of PowerFx. Discover its trajectory and unravel what this revolutionary development means for Citizen developers, Consultants, and Pro Devs alike. Get ready for insights that could reshape your approach to Power Platform development. Don't miss out on the most significant leap forward on the Power Platform in years. In Nathan's own words, "this is a bigger deal than ChatGPT (GenAI)!" Secure your spot for a session that promises to be as groundbreaking as the technology it explores.


    Featuring
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    Nathan Rose

    Lead Consultant, Capgemini | Microsoft MVP Business Applications

Hour 13 - Dynamics 365 Inventory Visibility Addin Overview (30 Minutes)

In this session, we will discuss the Dynamics 365 Inventory Visibility Service (IVS) add-in's overview, use cases, features, and everything you need to get started using it.

  • Dynamics 365 Inventory Visibility Addin Overview

    In this session, we will discuss the Dynamics 365 Inventory Visibility Service (IVS) add-in's overview, use cases, features, and everything you need to get started using it. It can be a game changing feature for customers so if you're not aware of it yet, you should attend and judge for yourself.


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    Justin Carter

    Chief Technical Officer and 9yr Microsoft MVP

Hour 13.5 - Secure HTTP triggered Power Automate Flows (30 Minutes)

In this session, I will talk about how we can additional security to HTTP triggered flows in Power Automate. At the end of this session, users will have a better understanding of the newly released Who can trigger the flow feature for the HTTP trigger.

  • Secure HTTP triggered Power Automate Flows

    In this session, I will talk about how we can additional security to HTTP triggered flows in Power Automate. At the end of this session, users will have a better understanding of the newly released Who can trigger the flow feature for the HTTP trigger.


    Featuring
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    Yash Agarwal

    I am a Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) in Business Applications, Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) in Dynamics 365, Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator and Microsoft Certified Azure Architect Technologies. I am also a UiPath Certified RPA Developer and hold the UiPath Robot Junior, Apprentice, Master, Guard and Architec

Hour 14 - DEEP DIVE INTO THE DATAVERSE ACCELERATOR APP AND POWERFX PLUGINS (1 Hours)

Get ready to be at the forefront of this groundbreaking evolution as Microsoft MVP and Capgemini Lead Consultant, Nathan Rose, guides you through a deep dive into the Dataverse Accelerator App.

  • DEEP DIVE INTO THE DATAVERSE ACCELERATOR APP AND POWERFX PLUGINS

    Get ready to be at the forefront of this groundbreaking evolution as Microsoft MVP and Capgemini Lead Consultant, Nathan Rose, guides you through a deep dive into the Dataverse Accelerator App. Join us for an interactive session that promises to demystify Low Code PowerFx Plugins, ensuring you're well-prepared to seize the opportunities when they emerge from preview. Nathan will unravel the secrets of the Dataverse Accelerator App, providing you with the knowledge and skills to harness the potential of Instant & Automated Low Code PowerFx Plugins. But that's not all – discover the art of using connections with your plugins for limitless extensibility, and gain insights into the currently known limitations and gotchas unearthed by Nathan over the past several months. In Nathan's own words, "Low Code PowerFx Plugins could be the final nail in the coffin of classic workflow!" Don't miss this chance to be part of a session that could redefine the landscape of Low Code development. Secure your spot for an exhilarating deep dive into the future, where innovation knows no bounds!


    Featuring
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    Nathan Rose

    Lead Consultant, Capgemini | Microsoft MVP Business Applications

Hour 15 - Custom Plugin Actions in Microsoft CoPilot (1 Hours)

Overview of the Microsoft Copilot

  • Custom Plugin Actions in Microsoft CoPilot

    Agenda: • Overview of the Microsoft Copilot • New Generative AI Features in Copilot Studio • Dynamic Chaining • Custom Plugin Actions • Demo: Creating a custom Plugin Action in Microsoft CoPilot Studio that fetches data from Dataverse about Work Orders (Field Service) and responds to user questions about the status of the work order. • Extending Microsoft CoPilot – BYO (Bring Your Own) Data/APIs


    Featuring
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    Faheem Zafar

    Solutions Architect - Cloud Business Solutions

Hour 16 - Mastering Custom Code in Power Platform Connectors (1 Hours)

In this engaging session, we delve into advanced coding techniques within Power Platform Custom Connectors, tailored for developers looking to broaden their skills beyond Dataverse plugins and JavaScript.

  • Mastering Custom Code in Power Platform Connectors

    In this engaging session, we delve into advanced coding techniques within Power Platform Custom Connectors, tailored for developers looking to broaden their skills beyond Dataverse plugins and JavaScript. We'll start by exploring how to augment existing services using custom code. This part of the session will focus on techniques to enhance and customize your services in the connectors, while leaving the underlying backend architecture unchanged. This approach will equip you with the skills to adapt the Power Platform to specific project requirements. Next, we turn our attention to the development of code-only connectors that operate independently of backend connectivity. We will provide practical examples, including converting CSV files to JSON, leveraging Regex, building custom parsers, and manipulating dates, to illustrate these concepts. Whether your goal is to create independent service simulations or enhance existing connectors, this session promises to arm you with the practical knowledge and skills necessary to innovate and elevate your Power Platform projects.


    Featuring
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    George Doubinski

    Microsoft MVP. Architect. Coder. Author. Blogger. Speaker. Trainer. Specialist in all things difficult.

Hour 17 - Beyond Limits: Mastering Power Pages for Impact (1 Hours)

In this session, I will talk about the capabilities of Power Pages and how it can help organizations create impactful applications. It will be a transformative journey into the world of Power Pages.

  • Beyond Limits: Mastering Power Pages for Impact

    In this session, I will talk about the capabilities of Power Pages and how it can help organizations create impactful applications. It will be a transformative journey into the world of Power Pages. The session is going to be dynamic with real time examples and implementation.


    Featuring
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    Ritika Agarwal

    I am a cloud specialist with an overall IT industry experience of 3 years. I have worked on Microsoft Azure, Business Applications, Dynamics 365, Power Platform, Docker, AWS and etc.

Hour 18 - Power Automate Mastery: Error Handling in Cloud Flows (1 Hours)

In this session, focused on Microsoft Power Automate cloud flows, we will explore the advanced error handling features of the tool and demonstrate how to use them to build robust and resilient solutions.

  • Power Automate Mastery: Error Handling in Cloud Flows

    WHAT: In this session, focused on Microsoft Power Automate cloud flows, we will explore the advanced error handling features of the tool and demonstrate how to use them to build robust and resilient solutions. You will also get guidance on how to efficiently review and monitor your flows, as well as get detailed error reports when things don't go the way they should. WHY: As adoption of the Power Platform grows, so does the need to make sure that the solutions built with it are stable and reliable. While Power Automate offers a spectrum of features for error handling, it does not actually have any kind of a generally accepted framework for doing it. It is also very frequently used by citizen developers and non-IT makers who are not necessarily familiar with the concept of handling errors. As such, many developers remain unfamiliar with how to effectively build robust flows (or even that they should do it at all). This session addresses this need, equipping you with essential techniques to enhance the robustness of your cloud flows. HOW: In this hands-on session we'll demonstrate how to: - Use and implement advanced error handling features of Power Automate Cloud Flows. - Implement best practices for handling errors and generating proper (and actually useful) error notifications to users. - Log relevant information for monitoring and analysis. - Build a standardized flow structure that can be reused for each flow. TAKEAWAYS: After this session, you will have gained valuable insights into advanced error-handling features specific to Power Automate Cloud Flows. You will be able to build resilient cloud flows with proper logging, error notifications, as well as create a framework that can be re-used for future cloud-based solutions. You will also become familiar with the best practices of making your Power Automate Cloud Flows reliable and efficient. This condensed session is your express ticket to fortifying your cloud flows with enhanced error-handling prowess. Un


    Featuring
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    Agnius Bartninkas

    Chief Operating Officer at Definra

Hour 19 - Maximizing App Potential: Integrating Azure Insights and Process Mining for Enhanced User (1 Hours)

In the dynamic landscape of application development, it's not just about making apps better for users. It's also key to spot and fix performance problems early.

  • Maximizing App Potential: Integrating Azure Insights and Process Mining for Enhanced User Experience

    In the dynamic landscape of application development, it's not just about making apps better for users. It's also key to spot and fix performance problems early. If not, these issues might slip through, leading to unhappy users, poor app performance, and even users giving up on the app. Catching these problems early is vital to keep your app competitive and in good shape. Our session offers a smart solution: combining Microsoft Azure Application Insights with your apps and using Process Mining for deeper analysis. Azure Application Insights gives detailed statistics on how people use your apps and how well they perform. By linking this service with your apps, you get a clear picture of both usage and performance. We go a step further in this session by bringing in Process Mining. This tool takes all that data and turns it into useful insights. It shows you exactly how users interact with your app and where it can be improved. We'll also look at the role of Copilot in Process Mining. Copilot is like a smart helper, making it easier to find and fix any issues. It speeds up analyzing data and makes it simpler, which is great for both developers and those making decisions. Join us in this session to learn how to connect your apps with Azure Application Insights and use Process Mining and Copilot for thorough analysis.


    Featuring
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    Katerina Chernevskaya

    Katerina, an MVP, MCT, and renowned public speaker, focuses on Power Platform & AI. With twenty years of experience and key certifications in PROSCI, PMI, Power Platform Solution Architect, she leads in app development, AI, and adaptive work models

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    Ambesh Singh

    Dynamics 365 Architect | Azure | Power Platform | Power Apps Portals SME (MCP | MCTS | MCSA | MCSE)

Hour 20 - Risk Assessment for Copilots in Power Platform (1 Hours)

Your organization is in early stages of implementing generative AI tools and your Manager still is skeptical about the capabilities of Copilot in Power Platform?

  • Risk Assessment for Copilots in Power Platform

    Your organization is in early stages of implementing generative AI tools and your Manager still is skeptical about the capabilities of Copilot in Power Platform? You need some tips for performing a risk assessment and get approval for using Copilot as Creator? This session will cover your needs and leaves room for answering the most common questions and addressing concerns and bias.


    Featuring
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    Carsten Groth

    Currently working at Microsoft as Global Blackbelt Senior Technology Specialist for EMEA Region. Think of us as to unleash business outcomes to our customers digital transformation journey through solution innovation, building cross-cloud & industry solutions.

Hour 21 - Power Pages Low Code Integrations (1 Hours)

Learn how to activate the full potential in Microsoft Power Pages by low code possibilities.

  • Power Pages Low Code Integrations

    Learn how to activate the full potential in Microsoft Power Pages by low code possibilities, such as: - Copilot Chatbot integration - Power Automate Flow integration - DocuSign integration - Stripe payments integration - connect with external data sources (e.g. SharePoint) to build web pages


    Featuring
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    Tino Rabe

    🎯 Expert in Microsoft Power Pages

Hour 22 - A Fairytale: Conversational AI, Dynamics 365 and WhatsApp (1 Hours)

In this session, this is a real-life scenario; I demonstrate how you can quickly create a Conversational AI integrated with Dynamics 365 and WhatsApp.

  • A Fairytale: Conversational AI, Dynamics 365 and WhatsApp

    In this session, this is a real-life scenario; I demonstrate how you can quickly create a Conversational AI integrated with Dynamics 365 and WhatsApp. So you can get a WhatsApp chatbot integrated with your Dynamics 365 to get customer, order, and service related data.


    Featuring
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    Baris Kanlica

    Microsoft MVP | Digital Strategist | CEO @ Mawens

Hour 23 - How to become Codependent on Copilot (1 Hours)

Understand how you can work smarter not harder utilizing Microsoft Copilot. You will learn how to use copilot in your day to day actions to save time and unlock new potential. This session will demonstrate practical use cases Copilot.

  • How to become Codependent on Copilot

    Understand how you can work smarter not harder utilizing Microsoft Copilot. You will learn how to use copilot in your day to day actions to save time and unlock new potential. This session will demonstrate practical use cases Copilot.


    Featuring
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    Mary Myers

    Power Platform fanatic passionate about helping others upskill

Hour 24 - Revolutionising Approvals: Unifying Systems through Dataverse and Approval Kits (1 Hours)

Manage approvals originated from different systems in dataverse powered by approval kits to provide 360 degree of all approval and copilot experience to query pending / approved approval .

  • Revolutionising Approvals: Unifying Systems through Dataverse and Approval Kits

    Manage approvals originated from different systems in dataverse powered by approval kits to provide 360 degree of all approval and copilot experience to query pending / approved approval .


    Featuring
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    Sumit Kumar

    Fast track recognised Senior Solution architect , HCL Technologies