Power Apps Search Series – Suggest API for Intelligent Search Assistance

In the previous post we explored the full power of the Search Query API in Dataverse. Now, let’s shift gears to a more UX-focused capability: the Suggest API. This feature powers intelligent, type-ahead search experiences that offer suggestions before a full search is even submitted ideal for lookup fields, search bars, and filtering experiences in … Continue reading Power Apps Search Series – Suggest API for Intelligent Search Assistance →

Power Apps Search Series : Querying Dataverse with Full-Text Search

In the previous post, we introduced Dataverse Search and when to use it over traditional query methods. Now let’s roll up our sleeves and get hands-on with the Query API, which allows you to programmatically search Dataverse data using full-text, relevance-based search. What Is the Query API? The Dataverse Search Query API allows developers to … Continue reading Power Apps Search Series : Querying Dataverse with Full-Text Search →

Power Apps Search Series – Introduction to Dataverse Search in Power Platform

Power Platform offers powerful search experiences across apps built on Dataverse but unlocking its full potential requires understanding how search behaves under the hood. In this series, we will explore Dataverse’s search capabilities for professional developers and solution architects. What Is Dataverse Search? Dataverse search is a full-text, relevance-based search engine integrated into the platform. … Continue reading Power Apps Search Series – Introduction to Dataverse Search in Power Platform →

Integrate Dataverse and Azure Event Hubs Seamlessly

In Part 1 and Part 2, we explored foundational Azure integration with Dataverse and different ways to interact with Dataverse data within Azure. Now in Part 3, we dive into the event streaming side of integration specifically using Azure Event Hubs to stream Dataverse data in near real-time. This is ideal for scenarios where you … Continue reading Integrate Dataverse and Azure Event Hubs Seamlessly →

Working with Dataverse Data in Azure – Practical Patterns & Considerations

In Part 1, we explored the why and how of Azure integration with Dataverse using Service Bus and Azure-aware plug-ins. Now in Part 2, we zoom into the real-world mechanics of working with Dataverse data inside Azure solutions. Whether you're building APIs, serverless workflows, or batch processes this post is your launchpad. Why Move Data … Continue reading Working with Dataverse Data in Azure – Practical Patterns & Considerations →

Extending the Power Apps Timeline: Displaying Attendance Records with a Custom Connector

Introduction: The Problem with the Default Timeline The Timeline control in model-driven apps is one of the most useful UI components for displaying activities, notes, and related records. But until recently, the scope was somewhat rigid you could only surface system-defined entities such as emails, appointments, and custom activities. What if you wanted to bring … Continue reading Extending the Power Apps Timeline: Displaying Attendance Records with a Custom Connector →

Mastering Alternate Keys in Dataverse: The Key to Seamless Integration, Upserts, and Sync

In the world of Dataverse and Power Platform development, GUIDs (record IDs) are often the go-to for identifying records. But in integration-heavy scenarios where external systems don’t (and shouldn’t) know about Dataverse-specific GUIDs there’s a smarter, more maintainable way to reference and sync data: Alternate Keys. In this deep dive, we’ll explore: What are alternate … Continue reading Mastering Alternate Keys in Dataverse: The Key to Seamless Integration, Upserts, and Sync →

Prepopulate Model-Driven Forms Using Custom Query String Parameters in Power Apps

One of the most underused tricks in model-driven app development is the ability to pass data directly into a form via query string parameters and use that data to prepopulate fields when the form loads. Whether you're embedding forms in external portals, triggering them from other apps, or launching forms via buttons or Power Automate … Continue reading Prepopulate Model-Driven Forms Using Custom Query String Parameters in Power Apps →

Power Platform Performance : Verifying Network Throughput for Reliable Client Performance

You’ve optimized forms. You’ve cleaned up schema. You’ve eliminated blocking code. But your users are still complaining: “It’s fast for some people—but still slow for me!” That’s your cue to check the network. In this final part of the Power Platform Performance series, we’ll uncover how network capacity and throughput directly impact performance in model-driven … Continue reading Power Platform Performance : Verifying Network Throughput for Reliable Client Performance →

Power Platform Performance: Cleaning Schema with Object Checker

Forms may load fast, and your JavaScript may run smooth but if your Dataverse schema is bloated, inconsistent, or inefficient, performance will eventually take a hit. Welcome to Part 6 of our Power Platform Performance series. This time, we’re focusing on the often-overlooked foundation of any model-driven app: your schema. This post introduces the Object … Continue reading Power Platform Performance: Cleaning Schema with Object Checker →