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Microsoft has announced the Wave 1 2026 release for Dynamics 365. Discover the most important new features for Sales, Customer Service and Marketing.
Model Context Protocol (MCP) is changing how AI tools communicate with external systems. What are MCP servers and why do they matter for developers?
Learn how to automatically process invoices, forms and other documents with Power Automate and AI Builder. Step-by-step explanation with practical examples.
Discover how AI agents are transforming customer service. From automatic case handling to intelligent escalation with Dynamics 365 Customer Service.
A complete guide to Application Lifecycle Management in Power Platform. From environments and solutions to CI/CD pipelines and governance.
Vibecoding is fundamentally changing how software is built. What does this mean for consultancy firms, freelancers and their clients?
Which trends will shape Power Platform in 2026? From AI Builder and Copilot integration to the evolution of low-code development and Dataverse as a universal data platform.
How AI tools like Cursor and Claude Code are fundamentally changing the way we build software. An in-depth look at vibecoding, the benefits, challenges and why every developer needs to know this.
A complete overview of best practices for lead management in Dynamics 365 Sales. From lead scoring and qualification to optimizing your sales pipeline with AI insights.
An honest comparison between Cursor and GitHub Copilot. We test both tools on realistic scenarios and share our experience after months of daily use in production projects.
The data model is the foundation of every successful Power Platform project. We discuss the 5 most common mistakes in Dataverse modeling and how to avoid them for a scalable and performant solution.
How artificial intelligence extends the capabilities of Dynamics 365. From Copilot features to custom AI integrations - concrete examples of how AI makes your CRM smarter.
Optimize your field service with smart scheduling, route optimization and mobile tools in Dynamics 365 Field Service.
DLP policies, environments and the CoE toolkit. How to keep control of a growing Power Platform landscape as an organization.
How to create effective Power BI dashboards based on Dynamics 365 data? Tips for data models, visualizations and performance.
Best practices for setting up and optimizing your sales pipeline in Dynamics 365 Sales for more conversions.
Both platforms can store data, but when do you choose Dataverse and when SharePoint? A practical comparison.
Learn how to build professional approval workflows with Power Automate. From simple approvals to complex parallel flows.
Step by step Dynamics 365 Customer Service setup. From queues and SLAs to knowledge articles and omnichannel.
A practical explanation of all relationship types in Dataverse. When to choose 1:N, N:N or polymorphic relationships?
When do you choose a canvas app and when a model-driven app? A clear overview of the pros and cons.
How to automate repetitive manual work with Power Automate Desktop. Use cases, tips and pitfalls.
A practical step-by-step plan for migrating from on-premise Dynamics to the cloud. Planning, data migration and go-live.
A comparison between Power Automate cloud flows and classic D365 workflows. When to choose which approach and how to migrate?
The evolution from generating code to deploying complete products with AI. What is vibe shipping and how does it work?
Per-user, per-app or pay-as-you-go? A clear overview of all Power Platform licensing models and which one fits you.
Concrete numbers and examples of how AI-driven development drastically reduces software project costs.
The most common pitfalls in CRM implementations. From poor user adoption to inadequate data migration.
When do you use no-code prototyping tools and when do you switch to professional AI editors?
How do you design the architecture of an AI-driven application? From frontend to model integration.
What offline capabilities does Power Apps offer? An honest overview of what works, the limitations and workarounds.
Ten concrete business processes you can automate right away with AI. From customer service to invoice processing.
Build automated customer journeys with segments, triggers and personalized content in Dynamics 365 Marketing.
How to get better results from AI coding tools with smart prompts. Techniques and examples.
Everything about security roles, business units, teams and field-level security in Dataverse. From basics to complex scenarios.
No programming experience? These AI tools make it possible to build your own applications anyway.
From try-catch scopes to retry logic. Seven proven patterns to make your Power Automate flows robust and reliable.
The pros and cons of working with a freelance IT consultant vs. an agency. When do you choose what?
What does vibecoding cost compared to traditional development? An honest comparison based on real projects.
Is Power Platform suitable as a foundation for a SaaS product? Possibilities, limitations and alternatives.
From initialization to deployment: how to set up and manage a complete project with Claude Code.
Microsoft is integrating Copilot into all their products. What does that concretely mean for your daily work and productivity?
Ethical considerations when deploying AI in business applications. From bias to transparency and privacy.
The future of development is not low-code or high-code, but the smart combination of both. Here's how.
Best practices for reviewing AI-generated code. What to look for and which patterns to avoid?
Why Excel is not scalable and how Power Apps is the logical replacement. Migration tips and examples.
Which AI skills are essential in 2026? From prompt engineering to evaluating AI output.
From keyboard shortcuts to advanced Composer techniques. 15 tips to get the most out of Cursor.
Practical tips for quickly onboarding teams on Dynamics 365. From training plans to hands-on workshops.
How to use AI agents for automating complex business processes. From concept to implementation.
How to successfully enable employees without an IT background to build with Power Platform. Governance, training and support.
An overview of all Power Platform certifications. PL-100, PL-200, PL-400 and more: which one fits your career?
A practical comparison between Claude Code and Cursor. Which tool fits which type of project and developer?
How your organization makes the step from intuition to data-driven decisions with Power BI dashboards.
Step by step building your first application with vibecoding. From idea to working app with AI tools.
How to prevent too much dependency on Microsoft? Strategies for flexibility without losing functionality.
How do you calculate the return on investment of Power Platform? A framework with concrete examples and calculation models.
When does it pay to hire an IT consultant and when are you better off doing it yourself? A cost-benefit analysis.
Why CRM implementations often fail due to poor change management and how to actually get employees on board.
How do you develop an AI strategy that goes beyond buzzwords? From inventory to concrete use cases and implementation.
An objective comparison between Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace. Which suite fits your organization best?
A practical step-by-step plan for digital transformation in small and medium-sized businesses. From quick wins to long-term strategy.
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Miquel van Dongen
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Microsoft certified professional and AI development specialist. Writes about Power Platform, Dynamics 365 and the future of software development.
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