Microsoft Power Apps Fundamentals

Microsoft Power Apps Fundamentals

This course is designed to provide learners with a foundational understanding of Microsoft Power Apps, a low-code/no-code platform that enables users to build custom business applications without writing code. The course covers the key features and capabilities of Power Apps, including its architecture, design tools, and deployment options. It also explores how Power Apps can be used to improve business processes and enhance organizational performance.

Course Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, learners will be able to:

• Understand the core concepts and terminology of Power Apps.
• Identify the key components and capabilities of Power Apps.
• Explain the different design and deployment options available for Power Apps.
• Build custom business applications using Power Apps.
• Understand the integration options available for Power Apps with other Microsoft and third-party applications.
• Identify best practices for implementing and maintaining Power Apps solutions.

Prerequisites:

• Basic understanding of business processes and technology concepts
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications such as Excel and SharePoint
• Prior experience with database concepts such as data modeling and entity relationships is beneficial but not required
• Some understanding of programming concepts such as logic and expressions may be helpful but is not required

Method of Delivery:

Online via Zoom where each participant must use individual audio / video connection with a dual screen system.

Course Outline:

1. Introduction to Power Apps
   1. Power Apps overview
   2. Core concepts and terminology
   3. Licensing and pricing options
2. Power Apps Components and Capabilities
   1. Power Apps design tools
   2. Building canvas and model-driven apps
   3. Data sources and connectors
   4. Power Apps templates and samples
3. Design and Deployment Options for Power Apps
   1. Cloud vs. on-premises deployment
   2. Power Apps portals
   3. Security and compliance considerations
4. Building Custom Business Applications with Power Apps
   1. Data modeling and entity creation
   2. Building forms and screens
   3. Creating workflows and automations
   4. Deploying and testing custom applications
5. Integration Options for Power Apps
   1. Integration with other Microsoft applications
   2. Integration with third-party applications
   3. Customization and extension options
6. Best Practices for Power Apps Implementation and Maintenance
   1. Implementation planning and execution
   2. System customization and configuration
   3. Maintenance and support

Assessment:

The course will be assessed through a combination of quizzes, assignments, and a final project. The quizzes and assignments will assess learners' understanding of key concepts and their ability to apply them to practical scenarios. The final project will require learners to build a custom business application using Power Apps, demonstrating their ability to design, build, and deploy a functional solution.