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Microsoft Power Pages in Action

Microsoft Power Pages in Action

By : Hussona, Danilo Capuano
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Microsoft Power Pages in Action

Microsoft Power Pages in Action

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Overview of this book

Microsoft Power Apps Pages in Action is a comprehensive beginner's guide for effortlessly building and customizing functional-rich web apps. Packed with real-world examples, it offers a practical understanding of the Power Pages environment. You’ll understand web pages by creating data tables and forms, progress to adding web pages, and delve into advanced techniques for seamlessly integrating web apps. Now, you’ll learn how to create responsive web pages, automate web apps, and use ChatGPT-assisted coding with code snippets for common requirements or needs. As you progress, you'll be guided on crafting portals and websites, encompassing the utilization of various functionalities and layouts. Progressively, you’ll discover how to seamlessly integrate them into your web pages across multiple Microsoft technologies, including Dataverse and Power Automate. Towards the end, you'll also learn how to implement cloud flows to provide access to external services and use cloud flows to provide user experiences running processes off the page. By the end of the book, you’ll have a solid understanding of Power Pages and be able to create web applications tailored to your unique needs.
Table of Contents (18 chapters)
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Preface
Preface
Who this book is for
What this book covers
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Conventions used
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Chapter 1: Modernizing Rob the Builder’s Business with Power Pages
Chapter 1: Modernizing Rob the Builder’s Business with Power Pages
Empowering Rob the Builder’s transformation
Power Pages – a paradigm shift
Setting the stage – tenancy and Power Pages
Navigating the developer’s landscape
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Chapter 2: Power Pages Design Studio
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Chapter 2: Power Pages Design Studio
Planning the website structure
User story – crafting a modern website for Rob the Builder
Template selection and website vision
Developing the new website
Building the website pages
Content management and organization in the Power Pages design studio
Developing websites and deploying them to production
Summary
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Chapter 3: Power Pages Studio – Styling and Themes
Chapter 3: Power Pages Studio – Styling and Themes
Introduction to CSS
Accessing CSS features in Power Pages Studio
Implementing basic CSS customizations
Incorporating advanced CSS techniques
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Chapter 4: Dataverse Tables and Forms
Chapter 4: Dataverse Tables and Forms
Planning your development
Practical example – developing the data model
Designing Dataverse forms
Summary
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Chapter 5: Table Permissions and Security
Chapter 5: Table Permissions and Security
User story – table permissions for access to Dataverse
The architecture of table permissions
Summary
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Chapter 6: Basic Forms, Lists, and Web Pages
Chapter 6: Basic Forms, Lists, and Web Pages
Technical requirements
Integration of Dataverse tables with Power Pages forms, lists, and web pages
Basic forms
Creating an insert form and web page
Website sync – testing your work
Creating an edit form and web page
Creating an incident read-only page
Creating a list page
Summary
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Chapter 7: JavaScript and jQuery
Chapter 7: JavaScript and jQuery
JavaScript and jQuery – an overview
The basic form JavaScript field
The OnReady function
Managing field requirements with JavaScript and jQuery
Understanding field syntax with JavaScript and jQuery
Leveraging jQuery AJAX in Power Pages
Debugging JavaScript and jQuery
Using JavaScript and jQuery libraries
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Chapter 8: Web Templates and Liquid
Chapter 8: Web Templates and Liquid
Web templates overview
Creating a web template
Editing an existing web template in Power Pages code editor
Introduction to Liquid
Getting started with Liquid in web templates
Using Liquid objects in Power Pages
Using Liquid tags in Power Pages
Using Liquid filters in Power Pages
Advanced Liquid concepts for Power Pages
Debugging web templates and Liquid
Best practices for using web templates and Liquid in Power Pages
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Chapter 9: Workflow Automation
Chapter 9: Workflow Automation
Power Pages workflow
Creating a notification with Dataverse Workflow
Creating a Power Pages workflow button
Best practices for processes and automation
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Chapter 10: Power Pages and Cloud Flows
Chapter 10: Power Pages and Cloud Flows
The key features of Power Automate in Power Pages
Integration with Power Automate
Use case – automating email notifications for timesheet approvals
Cloud flow triggered by Dataverse
Cloud flow integrated with Power Pages
Summary
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Chapter 11: Charts, Dashboards, and Power BI
Chapter 11: Charts, Dashboards, and Power BI
Understanding charts and dashboards
Leveraging Liquid chart tags for custom web templates
Embedding Microsoft Dataverse charts in Power Pages
Data for charts
Designing visually appealing charts and dashboards
Creating interactive dashboards with Power BI
Customizing pages for Power BI dashboards
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Chapter 12: REST Integration
Chapter 12: REST Integration
What is REST?
REST in Power Pages
Agile user story – Xero with Power Pages integration
Design for the Xero API integration process
Implementation of Xero API integration
Summary
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Chapter 13: Creating a PDF File from Dataverse
Chapter 13: Creating a PDF File from Dataverse
Agile user story – create invoice PDF
Design of the invoice PDF generation process
Implementation of the invoice PDF process
Summary
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Chapter 14: Modal Windows
Chapter 14: Modal Windows
Basic form filtered lookup
A custom modal window for External Data API
Summary
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Chapter 15: Enhancing Development with ChatGPT
Chapter 15: Enhancing Development with ChatGPT
An overview of ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot
The benefits of using AI tools in web development
Getting started with ChatGPT
Debugging and testing with AI Assistance
Best practices for using AI in debugging and testing
Maintaining the documentation of prompts and tasks
Practical tips and best practices
Copilot in Power Pages Studio
Copilot and ChatGPT together
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Index
Index
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Power Pages Design Studio

In the last chapter, we tackled the business challenges faced by Rob the Builder, highlighting the company’s outdated website and systems that hindered business operations and project bids. Embarking on a transformative journey, Sarah and Brenda began exploring Power Pages, installing essential tools, and laying the groundwork for a digital overhaul of their business.

In this chapter, we will explore the exciting journey of Sarah and Brenda as they dive into the world of the Power Pages design studio to transform the digital presence of Rob the Builder.

In this chapter, we will cover the following topics:

  • Planning the website structure
  • Creating static pages
  • Final touches and preparing for launch

Sarah was brimming with excitement for her meeting with Brenda. They planned to dive deep into developing new website content. This update was much needed, replacing their decades-old site. The original site was built years ago. It was basic, featuring a Home page, an About Us section, and listings of clients and projects. Brenda hadn’t reviewed the site in years. Revisiting it with Sarah was both embarrassing and a relief. Sarah assured Brenda that the new site would be easy to update and maintain. She also promised to teach Brenda how to do it. This was a source of amazement and comfort for Brenda.

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