Power Platform (r)evolution: Let's build a Canvas App from the 2010s en pl

Did you know that the Canvas apps chart controls have not changed at all in the last 12 years? Or that Canvas apps are actually older than Model-Driven apps as a product?

Join me as I delve into the evolution of citizen development tools, starting with a live demo of the 2013 Canvas apps engine, and discover the lessons we can learn from it for the future. Over the past 50 years, low-code/no-code platforms have radically transformed the way applications are built and deployed. At the forefront of this revolution is Microsoft’s Power Platform (Gartner® Magic Quadrant™), which has democratized app development, enabling both developers and non-developers to create powerful applications without deep programming expertise. This presentation examines the evolution of Dynamics, Canvas Apps, and Microsoft’s overall low-code offerings, tracing their development into today’s robust Power Platform ecosystem.

Secondary Title: A Case Study of Dynamics, Project Siena, and Project Kratos

Target Audience - Level 100 (Beginner):
Business analysts, app developers, IT professionals, citizen developers, and enthusiasts of Microsoft's technologies.

Preferred Session Duration:
45-75 minutes for comprehensive coverage, including Q&A.

Session Format:
Historical Context and Market Evolution (25%), Evolution of Microsoft's Low-Code offering, including Dynamics, Project Siena, Project Kratos, and overall Power Platform (50%), Live Demo of Project Siena with build from 2013 (15%), Q&A (10%)

Approximate Presentation Plan:
1. Historical Context and Definition of Low-Code
2. Overview of Microsoft's early Dynamics CRM evolution
3. Deep Dive into Power Platform Evolution with a focus on Project Siena and Project Kratos
4. Live Demonstration of Project Siena with build from 2013 or 2015
5. Hot Takes and Future Predictions
6. Q&A Session

Keywords:
- Canvas Apps
- Model-Driven Apps
- Project Siena
- Project Kratos
- Power Platform
- Microsoft
- Low-code solutions
- No-code solutions
- Dynamics CRM
- Citizen Development
- Business Innovation

(r)ewolucja Power Platform: Zbudujmy Canvas Appkę z 2015 roku en pl

Czy wiedziałeś, że kontrolki wykresów w aplikacjach Canvas nie zmieniły się w ogóle przez ostatnie 12 lat? Albo że aplikacje Canvas jako produkt jest starsze niż aplikacje Model-driven

Poznaj tajniki ewolucji narzędzi citizen development, zaczynając od demonstracji na żywo silnika Canvas Apps z 2013 roku i odkryj, jakie wnioski możemy wyciągnąć z tego na przyszłość. W ciągu ostatnich 50 lat platformy low-code/no-code radykalnie zrewocjunolizowały sposób tworzenia i wdrażania prostych aplikacji. Na czele tej rewolucji stoi Microsoft Power Platform (Gartner® Magic Quadrant™) - platforma, która zdemokratyzowała tworzenie aplikacji, umożliwiając zarówno programistom, jak i osobom nietechnicznym tworzenie zaawansowanych aplikacji adresujących przeróżne potrzeby biznesowe. Prelekcja zgłębia ewolucję Dynamics, Canvas Apps i oferty low-code Microsoftu, sledząc ich rozwój do dzisiejszego ekosystemu Power Platform.

Tytuł dodatkowy: Studium przypadku Dynamics oraz projektów Siena i Kratos

Grupa docelowa - Poziom 100 (Podstawowy):
Analitycy biznesowi, programiści Power Apps, specjaliści IT, citizen developers, entuzjaści technologii Microsoft.

Preferowany czas trwania sesji:
45-75 minut na prezentację, w tym blok na pytania i odpowiedzi.

Format:
Sesja obejmuje kontekst historyczny i analizę ewolucji rynku (25%), Przedstawienie zmian w ofercie Microsoft Low-Code, w tym Dynamics, Project Siena, Project Kratos i całości Power Platform (50%), demonstracja na żywo - Project Siena (15%), Q&A (10%)

Przybliżony plan prezentacji:
1. Kontekst historyczny i definicja low-code
2. Przegląd wczesnej ewolucji Dynamics CRM firmy Microsoft
3. Dogłębne omówienie ewolucji Power Platform ze szczególnym uwzględnieniem projektów Siena i Kratos
4. Demonstracja Projektu Siena na żywo z kompilacją z 2013 lub 2015 roku
5. Hot Takes i przewidywania dalszej ewolucji platformy
6. Blok Q&A

Słowa kluczowe:
- Canvas Apps
- Model-Driven Apps
- Project Siena
- Projekt Kratos
- Power Platform
- Microsoft
- Oprogramowanie Low-code
- Oprogramowanie No-code
- Dynamics CRM
- Citizen Development
- Innowacje w biznesie

Write it Back: Enhancing Power BI with Data Writebacks and Translytical Workflows en pl

Unlock the next level of business intelligence by integrating application workflows using write-back capabilities, enabling seamless data entry and powerful interactions directly within the dashboards. Learn about technical implementation, licensing considerations, and potential use cases of writebacks, all including implementation snippets.

The session incorporates insights from market research on existing writeback solutions. Participants will gain an understanding of leading writeback solutions such as Insightsoftware's Power ON and Inforiver’s Writeback, learning about their pricing models, key features, and how they compare to custom implementations using Microsoft’s Power Apps, Power Automate, or Translytical Workflows. By addressing the strengths and limitations of these solutions, the workshop equips attendees with the tools to assess and implement the right approach for their organization.

Target Audience - Level 300-400 (Experienced/Advanced):
Business analysts, Power BI/Power Apps/Fabric developers, data engineers, data architects, and decision-makers interested in interactive data solutions.

Preferred Session Duration:
45-90 minutes for comprehensive coverage, including Q&A.

Session Format:
The session includes a market study (20%), solution-specific theoretical insights including architecture overview (30%), discussion on Power BI limitations (30%), live demo (10%), Q&A (10%)

Approximate Presentation Plan:
1. Introduction to Writebacks - Defining writebacks and their significance in modern business intelligence; providing an overview of use cases where writebacks enhance decision-making and collaboration.
2. Technical Foundation - Explaining the technical requirements for implementing writebacks in Power BI; Discuss architecture options (e.g., leveraging Power Apps, REST APIs, and DirectQuery); Highlight limitations like DirectQuery row caps and refresh rates.
3. Market Research Insights - Presenting findings from market analysis on leading solutions like Insightsoftware's Power ON and Inforiver’s Writeback Matrix; Compare pricing, features, and suitability for various business scenarios.
4. Cost and Licensing Considerations - Learn about estimated costs for implementing writebacks, using Power Platform custom development with Power Apps.
5. Live Demos- Showcasing a working example of a writeback-enabled dashboard; Demonstrating how users can input data and interact directly within Power BI visuals.
6. Interactive Q&A - Discussion with audience on Writeback solutions.

Keywords:
- Power BI Writebacks
- Translytical Workflows
- Fabric Writeback
- Interactive Dashboards
- Data Entry in Power BI
- Power Apps Integration
- Direct Query Limitations
- Writeback Matrix by Inforiver
- Power ON Tools
- Licensing Costs for Writebacks

Zapisz zanim zapomnisz: Wzbogacanie raportów Power BI z użyciem zapisu zwrotnego Power Apps en pl

Odblokuj wyższy poziom business intelligence, integrując aplikacje umożliwiając płynne wprowadzanie danych i zaawansowane interakcje bezpośrednio na Twoich dashboardach. Poznaj techniczną implementację, koszta licencyjne i potencjalne przypadki użycia zapisu zwrotnego oraz zobacz demonstrację rozwiązania na żywo.

Sesja obejmuje analizę rynku pod kątem istniejących produktów do zapisu zwrotnego. Uczestnicy poznają wiodące rozwiązania writeback, takie jak Insidesoftware Power ON i Inforiver Writeback, dowiedzą się o ich modelach cenowych, kluczowych funkcjach i porównaniu z wdrożeniami przy użyciu Microsoft Power Apps. Omawiając mocne strony i ograniczenia tych rozwiązań, warsztaty wyposażą uczestników w narzędzia do oceny i wdrożenia odpowiedniego podejścia dla ich organizacji.

Grupa docelowa - Poziom 300-400 (Doświadczony/Zaawansowany):
Analitycy biznesowi, programiści Power BI/Power Apps, architekci danych i decydenci zainteresowani interaktywnymi rozwiązaniami w zakresie danych.

Preferowany czas trwania sesji:
45-90 minut na prezentację, w tym blok na pytania i odpowiedzi.

Format:
badanie rynku (20%), teoretyczne spostrzeżenia dotyczące implementacji rozwiązań w różnyych technologiach wraz z ich architekturami (30%), prezentację ograniczeń technologicznych Power BI (30%), demonstracje na żywo (10%), blok Q&A (10%)

Przybliżony plan prezentacji:
1. Wprowadzenie do Writebacks - Definicja zapisu zwrotnego i ich znaczenia w nowoczesnej analityce biznesowej; Przegląd przypadków użycia, w których writebacks usprawniają podejmowanie decyzji i współpracę.
2. Podstawy techniczne - Wyjaśnienie wymagań technicznych dotyczących implementacji zapisów zwrotnych w Power BI; Omówienie opcji architektury (np. wykorzystanie Power Apps, interfejsów API REST i DirectQuery); Podkreślenie ograniczeń związanych z Power BI
3. Wgląd w analizę rynku - Przedstawienie wniosków z analizy rynku na temat wiodących rozwiązań, takich jak Insightsoftware's Power ON i Inforiver's Writeback Matrix; Porównanie cen, funkcji i przydatności dla różnych scenariuszy biznesowych.
4. Omówienie kosztów licencjonowania - Poznaj szacunkowe koszty wdrożenia funkcji writeback przy użyciu niestandardowych rozwiązań opartych o Power Apps.
5. Demonstracja na żywo - Odkryj działający przykład pulpitu nawigacyjnego z obsługą zapisu zwrotnego; Zobacz, w jaki sposób użytkownicy mogą wprowadzać dane i wchodzić w interakcje bezpośrednio w wizualizacjach Power BI.
6. Blok Q&A - Zadaj na żywo nurtujące Cię pytania związane z tematem prezentacji.

Animate like a pro with Canvas Apps en

Ever wanted to make your canvas app a little bit more flash? Tried implementing animations, only to find them laggy and cumbersome? It doesn’t have to be that way!

Join me as we explore all the possibilities for adding smooth, engaging animations to your Canvas Apps. Whether you’re enhancing user interactions or creating visually stunning effects, animations can be both impactful and efficient when done right.

You’ll Learn about:
- Built-In Animations: Learn how to use transitions and effects out of the box.
- Custom animations with HTML, SVG, and timers in PowerFX: Go beyond the basics! Dive into the logic of what’s enabling more advanced animations in low-code approaches
- Code approach: Touch on integrating animations programmatically for fine-grained control using PCFs.
- Practical Tips & Best Practices: Discover how to optimize animations for accessibility and performance without overwhelming your app.

By the end of this session, you’ll be able to do it yourself and gain practical, reusable components ready for you to adapt and apply in your projects.

Ready to take your apps to the next level? Let’s get started!

Target Audience - Level 200-300 (Intermediate/Experienced):
Power Apps developers

Preferred Session Duration:
45-90 minutes for comprehensive coverage, including Q&A.

Approximate Presentation Plan:
1. Into the basics – what’s available out of the box, animations
2. Into the advanced – how to push what’s available using SVG, HTML, and timers
3. Into the code – understand real examples and how to optimize in given use cases
4. Into the pro-code – see what you can grasp outside the standard canvas realm

Keywords:
- Canvas Apps
- Animations
- PCF
- HTML
- SVG

Let's talk about Code (Apps): The good, the bad, and the ugly en

Power Apps is evolving with GenAI and pro-code first apps stepping into the spotlight. But how do they really hold up in practice?

After spending the last few months testing Code Apps in private and now public preview, I’ve seen the strengths, the pitfalls, and everything in between. In this session, I’ll share an honest look at where Code Apps shine, where they still struggle, and how you can start making the most of them.

I will show you:
- Good: The potential and how GenAI technology can empower everyone.
- Bad: Current limitations, trade-offs, and gaps compared to traditional Canvas and Model-Driven Apps.
- Ugly: Unfiltered view of the friction points, workarounds, and lessons learned during private preview, including a few things that no one would like you to know.
- Practical Guidance: Understanding where Code Apps fit into your app strategy today - how to get started and how to prepare for where they’re headed tomorrow.

By the end of this session, you’ll walk away with clear insights, real-world examples, and practical tips you can use to decide when and how to bet on Code Apps in your own projects.

Ready for a candid conversation about the future of Power Platform? Let’s dive in!

Target Audience - Level 200–300 (Intermediate/Experienced):
Power Apps developers, solution architects, and pro-devs exploring Power Platform extensibility.

Preferred Session Duration:
45–60 minutes, with time for Q&A.

10 Creative Ways to Use Your Azure Credits (sometimes it's free!) en

As a Microsoft Partner, you receive free monthly Azure credits through your Microsoft Partner Network (MPN) benefits. This also includes all Visual Studio Enterprise Users who have access to 150$ per month of credit. Are you making the most of them? If your organization is onboarded to Azure, why not experiment a bit?

In this session, we’ll explore ten innovative and practical ways to leverage Azure credits to boost your business, enhance your technical skills, and deliver value to your customers. From building proof-of-concept and testing new services to strengthening security, optimizing costs, and experimenting with AI and data analytics, you’ll walk away with actionable ideas you can implement immediately. Whether you’re a technical lead, consultant, or business owner, this session will help you unlock the hidden potential of your Azure credits and turn them into a strategic advantage.

Rant time - Governance War Gone Wild: Power Platform maintenance for a Top-100 Enterprise en

Imagine this: a company with over 300,000 users in Entra ID, more than 20,000 Power Apps, 120,000 Cloud Flows, and over 5,000 Copilot Agents. Looks scary, doesn't it? This is a true story that presents multiple lessons and rants from governing Power Platform at scale for one of the 100 biggest companies in the world, drawing on insights from over five years of consulting experience in Microsoft Low-Code Technologies.

This session will cover both practical solutions and candid observations from real-world governance challenges. As with Power Platform governance, unexpected ranting issues can arise, on topics such as solution dependencies failing to update or user access being blocked (Gen Pages / UX project), or a minor error in a Copilot Studio knowledge file causing significant disruptions.

To illustrate the scale, between November and December 2025, the number of Copilot Agents created increased from 600 to 1,000 in one month. In the past 30 days, approximately 500 apps, 4,000 flows, and 17,000 Power BI objects were created. Ready to experience it with me?

A presentation about doing presentations… with AI en pl

This session is not about Copilot… really, I promise. We will discuss primarily multiple external solutions, not just Microsoft ones.

I will show how modern AI tools can transform the way technical presentations are created, structured, and delivered. Not by replacing the presenter - but by helping them think, research, design visuals, test narratives, and even challenge their own ideas before stepping on stage.

You’ll see how AI can assist in the entire presentation lifecycle: from the first rough idea, through research and storytelling, to slide creation and rehearsal. Along the way, we’ll also talk about the traps - hallucinations, over-automation, generic content, and why blindly trusting AI is a great way to ruin a perfectly good talk. I will also show you multiple tools for image, diagram, and, obviously, presentation generation.

Expect practical demonstrations, controversial opinions, and an honest look at how presenters can use AI as a creative co-pilot rather than a content factory.

By the end of this session, you’ll walk away with practical techniques to:
- Generate better presentation structures and narratives using AI
- Turn rough ideas into clear talk outlines
- Rapidly prototype slides, visuals, and examples
- Use AI for research, fact-checking, and idea validation
- Avoid the most common AI presentation pitfalls

Whether you're preparing conference talks, internal demos, or customer presentations, you’ll learn how to work with AI without losing yourself in the process. Parts of this presentation may or may not have been created with AI. You can bet on that!

Target Audience – Level 100–300 (Beginner to Intermediate):
Developers, consultants, speakers, technical professionals, and anyone who regularly prepares presentations or technical talks.

Preferred Session Duration:
45–60 minutes including Q&A.

Session Format:
Concept overview (25%), live demonstrations of AI-assisted presentation workflows (40%), real examples and practical tips (25%), Q&A (10%)

Approximate Presentation Plan:
1. Why presentations are harder than they look
2. The presentation lifecycle: idea → structure → slides → delivery
3. Using AI to brainstorm topics and build compelling narratives
4. AI-assisted research and fact validation
5. Image and diagram generation [+ live demo]
6. Creating slides and visuals faster (without making them terrible) [+ live demo]
7. Common AI mistakes in presentations
8. Q&A

Keywords:
- AI in presentations
- Public speaking
- AI productivity
- Technical presentations
- AI-assisted research
- Storytelling for developers
- Slide design
- Speaker workflow
- AI tools for knowledge work

A presentation about doing presentations… with AI en pl

This session is not about Copilot… really, I promise. We will discuss primarily multiple external solutions, not just Microsoft ones.

I will show how modern AI tools can transform the way technical presentations are created, structured, and delivered. Not by replacing the presenter - but by helping them think, research, design visuals, test narratives, and even challenge their own ideas before stepping on stage.

You’ll see how AI can assist in the entire presentation lifecycle: from the first rough idea, through research and storytelling, to slide creation and rehearsal. Along the way, we’ll also talk about the traps - hallucinations, over-automation, generic content, and why blindly trusting AI is a great way to ruin a perfectly good talk. I will also show you multiple tools for image, diagram, and, obviously, presentation generation.

Expect practical demonstrations, controversial opinions, and an honest look at how presenters can use AI as a creative co-pilot rather than a content factory.

By the end of this session, you’ll walk away with practical techniques to:
- Generate better presentation structures and narratives using AI
- Turn rough ideas into clear talk outlines
- Rapidly prototype slides, visuals, and examples
- Use AI for research, fact-checking, and idea validation
- Avoid the most common AI presentation pitfalls

Whether you're preparing conference talks, internal demos, or customer presentations, you’ll learn how to work with AI without losing yourself in the process. Parts of this presentation may or may not have been created with AI. You can bet on that!

Target Audience – Level 100–300 (Beginner to Intermediate):
Developers, consultants, speakers, technical professionals, and anyone who regularly prepares presentations or technical talks.

Preferred Session Duration:
45–60 minutes including Q&A.

Session Format:
Concept overview (25%), live demonstrations of AI-assisted presentation workflows (40%), real examples and practical tips (25%), Q&A (10%)

Approximate Presentation Plan:
1. Why presentations are harder than they look
2. The presentation lifecycle: idea → structure → slides → delivery
3. Using AI to brainstorm topics and build compelling narratives
4. AI-assisted research and fact validation
5. Image and diagram generation [+ live demo]
6. Creating slides and visuals faster (without making them terrible) [+ live demo]
7. Common AI mistakes in presentations
8. Q&A

Keywords:
- AI in presentations
- Public speaking
- AI productivity
- Technical presentations
- AI-assisted research
- Storytelling for developers
- Slide design
- Speaker workflow
- AI tools for knowledge work

Behind the wall of fire: Navigating Power Platform Networking en pl

Do you think your Power Platform VNET injection is going to be smooth? Think again.
After spending over five years debugging Power Platform at enterprise scale - including one of the world's 100 largest companies - I've seen firsthand how enabling VNET injection can silently break custom connectors or SQL Server connections, how DNS misconfigurations can make entire environments unresponsive, and how Microsoft's own connector implementation doesn't fully route traffic through the gateway it's supposed to use. Yes, you read that right.

In this session, I'll explain basics and walk you through the real-world chaos of Power Platform networking in corporate environments, armed with actual error logs, HAR traces, and debugging war stories. This session covers what Microsoft's documentation won't give you.

We will talk about:
- VNET Injection Pitfalls - How enabling VNET injection can break existing resources, including On-Premises Data Gateway connections and SQL Server operations
- DNS: The Silent Killer - Understanding the critical differences between External DNS, Internal DNS, and Azure Resource DNS in corporate environments - and why DNS fallback to the internet can cause false "Unavailable" errors.
- Private Endpoints & VNET Peering - What you can (and can't) create Private Endpoints for, and the address planning mistakes that haunt you later.
- The Golden Rule - Don't trust anyone, anywhere... including Microsoft. A live debugging methodology for when three parties are pointing fingers, and nothing works.

By the end, you'll have a practical playbook for navigating Power Platform networking in complex enterprise environments - and know exactly where the landmines are buried before you step on them.

Target Audience - Level 300-400 (Experienced/Advanced):
Power Platform administrators, Azure network engineers, solution architects, and IT professionals managing Power Platform in enterprise environments with VNET injection, On-Premises Data Gateways, or hybrid connectivity.

Preferred Session Duration:
45-75 minutes for comprehensive coverage, including Q&A.

Session Format:
Architecture Overview and Networking Fundamentals (15%), VNET Injection Deep Dive with real error demonstrations (30%), DNS Configuration & Debugging (20%), Live Debugging Methodology & Tooling (25%), Q&A (10%)

Approximate Presentation Plan:
1. Power Platform Networking Architecture - How connectors, gateways, and VNET injection actually work under the hood
2. VNET Injection: What Breaks - Real-world SQL connector operation matrix showing which actions work and which fail, with actual error traces
3. DNS in Corporate Environments - The three DNS layers, fallback traps, and how to configure DNS for VNET-injected environments
4. Private Endpoints & VNET Peering - Limitations, Databricks example, address space planning, and resources you can't create PEs for
5. The Debugging Playbook - nslookup techniques, sandbox isolation, HAR trace analysis, and getting Microsoft to check connector logs
6. Q&A Session

Keywords:
- Power Platform
- VNET Injection
- Virtual Network
- On-Premises Data Gateway
- SQL Server Connector
- DNS Configuration
- Private Endpoints
- VNET Peering
- Azure Networking
- Enterprise Security
- Subnet Delegation
- Zero Trust
- Hybrid Connectivity

Behind the wall of fire: Navigating Power Platform Networking en pl

Do you think your Power Platform VNET injection is going to be smooth? Think again.
After spending over five years debugging Power Platform at enterprise scale - including one of the world's 100 largest companies - I've seen firsthand how enabling VNET injection can silently break custom connectors or SQL Server connections, how DNS misconfigurations can make entire environments unresponsive, and how Microsoft's own connector implementation doesn't fully route traffic through the gateway it's supposed to use. Yes, you read that right.

In this session, I'll explain basics and walk you through the real-world chaos of Power Platform networking in corporate environments, armed with actual error logs, HAR traces, and debugging war stories. This session covers what Microsoft's documentation won't give you.

We will talk about:
- VNET Injection Pitfalls - How enabling VNET injection can break existing resources, including On-Premises Data Gateway connections and SQL Server operations
- DNS: The Silent Killer - Understanding the critical differences between External DNS, Internal DNS, and Azure Resource DNS in corporate environments - and why DNS fallback to the internet can cause false "Unavailable" errors.
- Private Endpoints & VNET Peering - What you can (and can't) create Private Endpoints for, and the address planning mistakes that haunt you later.
- The Golden Rule - Don't trust anyone, anywhere... including Microsoft. A live debugging methodology for when three parties are pointing fingers, and nothing works.

By the end, you'll have a practical playbook for navigating Power Platform networking in complex enterprise environments - and know exactly where the landmines are buried before you step on them.

Target Audience - Level 300-400 (Experienced/Advanced):
Power Platform administrators, Azure network engineers, solution architects, and IT professionals managing Power Platform in enterprise environments with VNET injection, On-Premises Data Gateways, or hybrid connectivity.

Preferred Session Duration:
45-75 minutes for comprehensive coverage, including Q&A.

Session Format:
Architecture Overview and Networking Fundamentals (15%), VNET Injection Deep Dive with real error demonstrations (30%), DNS Configuration & Debugging (20%), Live Debugging Methodology & Tooling (25%), Q&A (10%)

Approximate Presentation Plan:
1. Power Platform Networking Architecture - How connectors, gateways, and VNET injection actually work under the hood
2. VNET Injection: What Breaks - Real-world SQL connector operation matrix showing which actions work and which fail, with actual error traces
3. DNS in Corporate Environments - The three DNS layers, fallback traps, and how to configure DNS for VNET-injected environments
4. Private Endpoints & VNET Peering - Limitations, Databricks example, address space planning, and resources you can't create PEs for
5. The Debugging Playbook - nslookup techniques, sandbox isolation, HAR trace analysis, and getting Microsoft to check connector logs
6. Q&A Session

Keywords:
- Power Platform
- VNET Injection
- Virtual Network
- On-Premises Data Gateway
- SQL Server Connector
- DNS Configuration
- Private Endpoints
- VNET Peering
- Azure Networking
- Enterprise Security
- Subnet Delegation
- Zero Trust
- Hybrid Connectivity