Andrew Butenko, a seasoned Solution Technical Architect and Microsoft MVP, shares his insights on the transformative power of the Microsoft Power Platform amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. He highlights innovations like FPV drones used in warfare and the exceptional talent of Ukrainian developers. The conversation delves into the evolution of Power Platform development, emphasizing low-code solutions and the critical role of professional developers in creating flexible connectors. Andrew urges a focus on user-centered design to mitigate technical debt and enhance application functionality.
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Supporting Ukraine and FPV Drones
Andrew Butenko supports Ukraine during the war by donating money.
He observes Ukrainians are inventing new weapon types like FPV drones, changing modern warfare.
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Pro Devs and Power Platform
Consider the Power Platform as a tool.
Pro developers can leverage its capabilities for efficient solution development.
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Power Platform Simplifies Development
Power Platform simplifies backend and frontend development, allowing developers to focus on business logic.
This streamlines the development process and reduces tedious work.
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Discover how the Microsoft Power Platform is revolutionizing the tech landscape with insights from Andrew Butenko, a seasoned Solution Technical Architect and Microsoft MVP, who joins us to share his journey and current innovative projects at Excellent Solutions. You'll learn how Andrew's personal efforts to support Ukraine during the ongoing conflict highlight the country's technological advancements, such as the use of FPV drones in modern warfare. Reflecting on the exceptional skills of Ukrainian professionals, we'll explore the Power Platform's significant implications for both citizen and pro developers, emphasizing its untapped potential.
Our conversation unpacks the evolution of Power Platform development, spotlighting key components like PCF controls, plugins, and custom connectors. Reminisce with us about the early days of Telerik controls and our anticipation of a similar market for PCF controls that has yet to materialize. We'll discuss the emerging capabilities of PowerFX plugins and examine the critical responsibilities of pro developers in creating flexible custom connectors and ensuring robust UI validation. We'll also address the challenges of aligning real business needs with system implementations, sharing insights into effective data capture practices to enhance user experience and prevent system errors.
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