Professionalizing Your Power Automate Solutions by David Wyatt [m365con.net]

Master the art of scaling Power Automate for enterprise success with Microsoft MVP David Wyatt! In this expert-driven session, learn how to transition from building prototypes to delivering professional-grade automation solutions that add scalable, secure, and enterprise-ready value to your organization.

Discover actionable strategies for optimizing Power Automate workflows, enhancing stability and scalability, and leveraging design principles that transform personal solutions into enterprise-level tools. David Wyatt, a seasoned low-code development advocate and Power Platform expert, shares his tried-and-tested methodologies, including the importance of design documentation, building efficient processes, and utilizing advanced techniques to unlock the full potential of Power Automate.

David brings over six years of experience in the Microsoft Power Platform, having evolved from a retail operations manager to a two-time Microsoft MVP. Known for his insights into low-code development and citizen development, David has authored over 150 blogs and developed tools to make Power Automate accessible to developers and organizations alike. His expertise in identifying vulnerabilities and creating secure solutions ensures that you’ll gain invaluable knowledge on building robust automation systems.

Whether you’re an IT professional, developer, or Microsoft enthusiast, this session equips you with the skills to design, build, and scale Power Automate solutions that save time, reduce complexity, and deliver enterprise-grade value. From leveraging templates and technical design documents to optimizing workflows with fewer API calls and smarter methodologies, these tips will revolutionize your approach to automation.

Don’t miss out on gaining practical insights, proven best practices, and strategic guidance that will elevate your Power Automate expertise. Be sure to like, subscribe, and share your thoughts in the comments—let’s keep the conversation going!

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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
01:24 - Power Automate Tool Overview
05:48 - Design Process for Automation
06:24 - Creating a Simple Design Document
10:36 - Using a Template Design Document
11:02 - Crafting a Technical Design Document
14:28 - Scaffolding Flow Techniques
17:08 - Building a Complete Flow
21:44 - Efficient Solution Building Strategies
22:53 - Christmas Tree Automation Example
24:15 - Diamond Flow Structure
25:37 - Direct Path in Automation
27:44 - Terminate Early Method
30:54 - Utilizing Child Flows
33:50 - Expressions in Power Automate
35:55 - Filling Queries in Flows
37:18 - String Manipulation Techniques
39:31 - Nesting Flows for Efficiency
40:34 - Working with Hidden Arrays
42:25 - Implementing Concurrent Conditions
44:20 - Summary of Key Points
45:01 - Securing Inputs and Outputs
47:35 - Next Guest: Simon Owen