If you're working with Microsoft Dataverse, you now have access to a new preview feature designed to enhance your ability to trace and debug plug-ins. Here's a quick overview of this feature, its capabilities, and how you can make the most of it during your development process. Why Use Tracing for Plug-Ins? Tracing is an … Continue reading Monitoring and Troubleshooting Dataverse Plug-In Runs
Sometimes, client requests challenge us to push the boundaries of what we think is possible in Dynamics 365. A perfect example is adding a custom button directly to a dashboard ribbon—a feature that's not typically supported out-of-the-box. Here's a detailed guide on how to achieve this, drawing inspiration from a helpful article I found on … Continue reading How to Add a Custom Button to a Dashboard Page Ribbon in Dynamics 365
In the dynamic realm of IT security, safeguarding your endpoints isn't merely a precaution—it's imperative. For organizations leveraging Power Automate, the convenience of HTTP request triggers can expose vulnerabilities unless properly secured. This guide explains how Microsoft's enhanced security options fortify your workflows against unauthorized access. New Security Features in Power Automate Power Automate has … Continue reading Enhancing Security for HTTP Trigger Flows in Power Automate
"In programming, the hard part isn't solving problems, but deciding what problems to solve." In Dynamics 365, one such nuanced problem is handling asynchronous operations when configuring ribbon enable rules. This blog post delves into how you can adeptly manage asynchronous JavaScript to control the visibility of ribbon buttons based on dynamic, data-driven conditions. Ribbon … Continue reading Mastering Async JavaScript in Dynamics 365 Ribbon Enable Rules
Max: Hey Zoe, I've been hearing a lot about Dataverse telemetry and Application Insights lately. Can you explain what it is and how it can help with logging and diagnostics? Zoe: Sure, Max! Dataverse telemetry allows you to receive detailed diagnostics and performance data from your Dataverse environment and model-driven apps. By integrating with Application … Continue reading Max and Zoe Discuss Dataverse Telemetry and Application Insights
Max: Hey Zoe, I'm setting up data retention policies in Dataverse and need to view the retained data. Can you guide me through the critical steps and important limitations? Zoe: Sure, Max. First, let's talk about viewing retained data. You can do this using an advanced find query or by creating a Power Automate flow. … Continue reading Viewing Retained Data: A Conversation with Max and Zoe
Max: Hey Zoe, I'm trying to figure out how to set up a data retention policy in Microsoft Dataverse. Can you walk me through the critical steps and things to watch out for? Zoe: Absolutely, Max. Let's start with the prerequisites. Before you set up a data retention policy, you need to enable the table … Continue reading Setting Up Data Retention Policies: A Conversation with Max and Zoe
Max: Hey Zoe, I'm trying to get a handle on what data retention actually is. Can you explain it in simple terms? Zoe: Sure, Max! Data retention is basically the policies and practices that an organization uses to manage its electronic data. It determines how long different types of data should be kept based on … Continue reading Decoding Data Retention: A Conversation Between Max and Zoe
When you create a new entity record in Dynamics 365, the system automatically applies a business process flow. This default behavior ensures that entity records are aligned with established workflows, enhancing both consistency and compliance. However, understanding and managing which business process flow gets applied can significantly enhance your customization and operational efficiency. Default Application … Continue reading Optimizing Entity Creation with Custom Business Process Flows in Dynamics 365
When constructing queries in FetchXML that involve string conditions, utilizing wildcard characters can greatly expand your search capabilities and flexibility. This blog post will guide you through the different operators you can use with wildcard characters and explain each character's functionality, complete with relevant examples. Searching for Strings with Literal Wildcard Characters Sometimes, you might … Continue reading Mastering Wildcard Characters in FetchXML String Queries
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