Duration: 5 days – 35 hrs.
Overview
Designing a 5-day course outline for training on Power Apps with SharePoint allows for a more in-depth exploration of the topics. Below is a sample course outline for a 5 days training program. This outline assumes that participants have a basic understanding of SharePoint and some familiarity with Office 365. In today’s dynamic business landscape, the ability to create custom applications and streamline processes is crucial for productivity and efficiency. Microsoft Power Apps, in conjunction with SharePoint, offers a powerful platform for achieving this. The Comprehensive Power Apps with SharePoint Training course equips participants with the skills and knowledge needed to harness the full potential of these tools.
Objectives
- Master Power Apps Fundamentals: Understand the basics of Power Apps, including app creation, data sources, and user interface design.
- Integrate SharePoint: Learn how to seamlessly integrate Power Apps with SharePoint to leverage its data management and collaboration capabilities.
- Design Custom Apps: Build custom applications tailored to specific business needs, from simple forms to complex solutions.
- Automate Processes: Utilize Power Automate (formerly Flow) to automate workflows and enhance productivity.
- Implement Data Integration: Connect to various data sources, both on-premises and in the cloud, to create robust, data-driven applications.
- Enhance User Experience: Design intuitive and responsive user interfaces for seamless navigation and data interaction.
- Security and Permissions: Implement role-based security and define access controls to protect sensitive data.
- Advanced Functionality: Explore advanced Power Apps features such as canvas apps, model-driven apps, and AI Builder integration.
- Troubleshooting and Debugging: Learn best practices for identifying and resolving issues in your Power Apps solutions.
Audience
- IT Professionals
- Business Analysts
- SharePoint Administrators
- Power Users
- Anyone looking to leverage Power Apps and SharePoint for custom application development and process automation.
Pre- requisites
- Familiarity with Microsoft SharePoint and Office 365 is recommended but not required.
- Basic understanding of data structures and databases is beneficial.
Course Content
Introduction to Power Apps and SharePoint Integration
- Overview of Power Apps and SharePoint.
- Benefits of integrating Power Apps with SharePoint.
- Setting up a development environment (Power Apps and SharePoint Online).
- Creating a simple Power App connected to SharePoint.
Building Your First Power App
- Introduction to the Power Apps interface.
- Building a basic canvas app.
- Understanding data sources and connections.
- Adding and formatting controls.
- Testing and publishing your app.
Data Sources and Formulas
- Connecting Power Apps to SharePoint lists and libraries.
- Using formulas and functions in Power Apps.
- Working with galleries to display SharePoint data.
- Creating and customizing forms for SharePoint lists.
Advanced Formulas and Functions
- Advanced formula techniques.
- Handling complex data relationships.
- Implementing cascading dropdowns.
- Using filters and sorting.
- Building validation rules.
Customizing SharePoint Lists and Libraries
- Creating custom SharePoint lists and libraries.
- Setting up custom content types.
- Building SharePoint views for Power Apps.
- Configuring permissions and access control.
Creating a Workflow with Power Automate
- Introduction to Power Automate (formerly Flow).
- Integrating Power Apps with Power Automate.
- Building a simple approval workflow.
- Triggering flows from SharePoint events.
Building a Complex App
- Building a multi-screen Power App.
- Navigating between screens.
- Implementing user authentication.
- Creating a navigation menu.
- Adding a search functionality.
Integrating with Other Office 365 Services
- Integrating Power Apps with Microsoft Teams.
- Embedding Power Apps in SharePoint pages.
- Using Power Apps with OneDrive and Excel.
- Leveraging Power Apps with Power BI.
Performance Optimization and Troubleshooting
- Tips for optimizing app performance.
- Monitoring and troubleshooting common issues.
- Handling errors and exceptions.
- Debugging Power Apps.
- Performance best practices.
Advanced Power Apps Features
- Advanced controls and components.
- Creating custom connectors.
- Implementing user roles and permissions.
- Using collections and variables effectively.
- Building offline-capable apps.
App Deployment and Lifecycle Management
- Preparing an app for production use.
- Packaging and deploying Power Apps.
- Version control and release management.
- Testing and quality assurance.
- Compliance and governance considerations.
Extending Apps with AI and Power Virtual Agents
- Introduction to AI Builder in Power Apps.
- Incorporating AI models into your apps.
- Building chatbots with Power Virtual Agents.
- Integrating chatbots into SharePoint.
Customizing SharePoint with Power Apps
- Building custom SharePoint web parts.
- Extending SharePoint pages with Power Apps.
- Creating advanced SharePoint forms.
- Implementing custom SharePoint solutions.
Scaling, Monitoring, and Maintenance
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- Scaling apps for enterprise use.
- Implementing monitoring and logging.
- Performance tuning and optimization.
- Backup and recovery strategies.
- Best practices for app maintenance.
