Can you really be your own developer with Microsoft Power Platform?

In this episode of Tecman Talks Dynamics, we delve into the world of Microsoft Power Platform and explore its potential as a low code solution. Microsoft claims that Power Platform allows users to become "Citizen Developers" and create apps, flows, reports, and more with ease. But is it really that simple to get started with Power Platform and become your own developer? We'll cover everything you need to know to make the most of the Power Platform toolkit and what skills you need to get started.

While Power Platform is low code, you will still require some technical expertise to kick things off – but you might already possess the necessary skills! Jason, Head of CRM and Power Platform, and Liam, Sales & Marketing Director explain the importance of having a clear plan when using Power Platform, ensuring your solutions are well thought-out, beneficial, and sustainable in the long term.

As Jason explains, with the possibilities Power Platform brings it’s easy to forget about building a plan and just getting stuck in. But it shouldn’t just be a free-for-all; for starters, you’ll quickly run out of storage space in the Cloud with Power Apps your company isn’t utilising. You’ll want a clear strategy of what gaps you’re going to plug, how your solutions will work with other business systems, what training you’ll provide the team, how it’ll all be maintained and more. It might sound daunting, but a well-thought-through approach will be far more beneficial in the short and long term.

Liam compares building your own business solutions to DIY. You can watch the YouTube videos and head out to buy all the parts and the tools, but you’ll still only be able to go as far as your skillset allows. Power Platform isn’t too different. Find out what skills you’ll need in your toolkit and get to grips with when you’ll need to call in the experts from Tecman to just give you a hand when you need it. A good partner can guide and support you, empowering you to make the most of Microsoft's solutions.

Discover how having a strong understanding of your data, Excel and having good technical knowledge can already help you out. Plus, Jason talks about how you can bring your ideas to life and what housekeeping you’ll need to consider to ensure you’re getting the very best from your new business solutions.

Listen today to start your Microsoft Power Platform journey and discover how you can be your own developer with Microsoft Power Platform.