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Tag: Dynamics CRM

  • Track Dataverse Attribute Usage Across All Your Flows via Microsoft Teams

    The Dataverse Attribute Dependency Scanner is a cloud flow that helps administrators identify which cloud flows reference specific Dataverse columns before renaming or deleting them. Triggered via a Teams channel message, it automates the search for flow dependencies, making it easier to manage schema changes without unexpected failures during production.

  • Code-First Architecture in Dynamics 365: Why Less Technology Is More

    The post highlights the challenges of tech sprawl in Dynamics 365 projects, where business logic gets fragmented across multiple tools, complicating debugging and maintenance. It advocates for a streamlined architecture using one technology per concern, emphasising plugins for server-side logic, TypeScript web resources for UI, and Power Automate for approvals,…

  • The Importance of Integration Testing in Dynamics 365 Plugin Projects

    Today I want to talk about something that can save you from painful production issues. If you are writing plugins for Dynamics 365, unit tests are great, but they are not enough. You need integration testing. I have seen countless projects where plugins pass all unit tests with flying colors,…

  • When Should We Raise the Plugin Assembly Version in D365 Plugin Projects?

    Today I want to talk about something that confuses a lot of developers when working with Dynamics 365 plugins. When should you actually bump your plugin assembly version number? I see this question come up frequently in the community, and I have seen teams struggle with this in real projects.…

  • Why You Should Frequently Check Unmanaged Layers in Dynamics 365 & PowerApps

    Hey everyone, Today I want to talk about something that has saved me countless hours of troubleshooting over the years. If you are working with Dynamics 365 or PowerApps and managing multiple environments, this is going to be important for you. Have you ever deployed a solution to TEST or…

  • Tips for Business Rules in Microsoft Dynamics 365

    This post discusses using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Rules as a low-code solution for implementing business logic. It emphasizes their ability to automate processes and enhance user experience while offering practical tips on scope selection, performance considerations, and alternatives for complex scenarios. Thorough testing and clear documentation are also highlighted…