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Microsoft Power Platform provides a powerful set of tools to create custom applications without writing extensive code. Among these tools is model-driven app development, which allows developers to build apps that are primarily driven by data and business processes. In this article, we will explore the process of creating and configuring a model-driven app using Microsoft Power Platform Developer.
Model-driven apps are based on a data model that defines the structure and behavior of the application. These apps are designed to provide a guided experience to users while interacting with business data. The data model is created using Common Data Service (CDS), which forms the core database for the app.
Before you begin creating a model-driven app, ensure that you have the following prerequisites in place:
To create a model-driven app, follow these steps:
Once the app is created, you can customize it to meet your specific business needs. The customization options include:
To further extend the functionality of your model-driven app, you can utilize the Power Platform’s other tools, including:
Before publishing the app, thoroughly test it to ensure it meets the desired functionality and user experience. Once validated, follow these steps to publish the app:
Model-driven apps in the Microsoft Power Platform offer a rich and guided experience to users while effectively managing business data and processes. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can create and configure a model-driven app tailored to your organization’s specific needs. Leverage the Power Platform’s extensive customization and extension options to enhance your app’s functionality and deliver a seamless user experience.
Correct answer: d) All of the above
Correct answer: b) Workflow
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Correct answer: d) All of the above
Correct answer: a) By modifying the site map
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Correct answer: b) Form
Correct answer: d) All of the above
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Correct answer: a) To store and manage app metadata
25 Replies to “Create and configure a model-driven app”
How can I deploy my app to another environment?
Use solutions to package your app and then import it into the target environment.
The article is good but would have been better with more examples.
How do I integrate my model-driven app with external data sources?
You can use Power Automate for integration or Dataverse connectors to bring external data into your model-driven app.
Appreciate the detailed post!
Thanks for this guide, very helpful!
How do I handle different business process flows in a model-driven app?
You can configure multiple business process flows in the app designer and set conditions to switch between them based on the data.
Great blog post! Can you explain how to set up security roles for a model-driven app?
Sure! You can set up security roles in the Power Platform admin center by creating custom roles or using existing ones and assigning them to users.
For those studying for PL-400, focus on understanding solution layers and dependencies. It’s crucial!
Absolutely. Also, practice customizing forms and dashboards as they are often on the exam.
I faced issues with conditional formatting. Any advice?
Check if the expressions you’re using are correct and the fields referenced exist in the view form.
The part about configuring views was a bit confusing. Can anyone clarify?
To configure views, you need to define the columns and filters within the app designer. It’s easier if you start with a system view and customize it.
Is it possible to use custom code in a model-driven app?
Yes, you can use JavaScript web resources and plugins to extend the functionality of your app.
I followed the steps but my app isn’t displaying correctly on mobile. Any tips?
Make sure you set the responsive layout correctly and test the app on different devices.
Any best practices for using plugins?
Ensure your plugins are optimized for performance and handle exceptions gracefully.
Can I access app telemetry data?
Yes, use Application Insights or the built-in analytics within Power Platform admin center.