Session Abstract:
You’ve exported a solution. Maybe even unpacked it. But what’s next?

In this hands-on, beginner-friendly session, Ian will walk you through building your very first DevOps pipeline for the Power Platform — using Azure DevOps and real-world tools that anyone can adopt.

You’ll see how to go from manual solution management to a repeatable, secure deployment process, powered by the Power Platform CLI and Azure DevOps build tasks. Expect practical guidance, live demos, and templates you can use right away.

Whether you’re a low-code maker or a seasoned dev dipping your toes into DevOps, you’ll leave with the confidence to automate your solution lifecycle.

What You’ll Learn:
- Why DevOps matters for Power Platform projects
- How to structure your repo and solutions
- Setting up your first Azure DevOps pipeline to export, unpack, commit, and document a solution
- How to deploy
- Bonus: How to include automated documentation of your solution.

Demos Include:
- Creating your first pipeline in Azure DevOps
- Explore an unpacked solution
- Generating documentation
- Schedule a backup of the build
- Deploy a to a target