Power Apps Overview
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What is a main characteristic of Power Apps that differentiates it from traditional application development?

  • Power Apps applications are only for internal use.
  • Power Apps necessitates a large team of developers.
  • Power Apps focuses on building applications without a development budget. (correct)
  • Power Apps requires extensive coding knowledge.

    • In what way do canvas apps differ from model-driven apps in Power Apps?

  • Canvas apps allow for more flexible interfaces compared to model-driven apps. (correct)
  • Model-driven apps cannot access Microsoft Dataverse.
  • Canvas apps are designed exclusively for internal data sources.
  • Model-driven apps are primarily built using code.

    • What is a fundamental philosophy of Power Apps?

  • To replace all traditional coding practices.
  • To extend the IT development team capabilities.
  • To automate manual processes with minimal development costs. (correct)
  • To minimize user input in app design.

    • Which component can be used to replace paper-based processes in organizations when using Power Apps?

    <p>Canvas apps. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following skills is NOT covered in the chapter on Power Apps?

    <p>Build a database application from scratch. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is true about the data sources used in Power Apps?

    <p>Power Apps can access a variety of public and private data sources. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which property distinguishes the design approach of creating canvas apps in Power Apps?

    <p>Users design the app by dragging and dropping elements onto a canvas. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant benefit does Power Apps provide to business users?

    <p>It allows users to create apps without needing external IT assistance. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which option describes a primary advantage of using canvas apps over model-driven apps?

    <p>Canvas apps allow for complete freedom in interface design. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a distinguishing feature of model-driven apps compared to canvas apps?

    <p>They begin by creating a data model using Microsoft Dataverse. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What licensing requirement differentiates model-driven apps from canvas apps?

    <p>Model-driven apps require using a Power Apps license for any connectors. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which scenario can model-driven apps serve a function for canvas apps?

    <p>As a backend data model for canvas apps. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the ways developers can share completed canvas apps?

    <p>In the cloud for various devices including mobile and browsers. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about the App Designer interfaces is true?

    <p>The modern interface provides a different approach to manipulating app components. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following screens is typically the first seen by users when opening a canvas app?

    <p>The Login screen (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does UCI stand for in the context of app design?

    <p>Unified Client Interface (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic of canvas apps makes them suitable for mobile devices?

    <p>They typically use portrait orientation. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is limited in the modern App Designer compared to the classic App Designer?

    <p>Availability of all features compared to the classic interface. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can developers control in a canvas app that influences its visual design?

    <p>Customizing the colors and cosmetic properties. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For candidates preparing for the PL-900 exam, what should they understand about the Power Platform trial versions?

    <p>Trial versions of products like Microsoft 365 include full capabilities. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do templates play in the creation of canvas apps?

    <p>They serve as pre-defined designs to assist app creation. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of screens in a canvas app?

    <p>Screens can be easily modified with controls. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Power Apps Overview

    • Power Apps is a citizen developer tool enabling cloud app creation, from simple data gathering to advanced data access solutions.
    • It accesses various data sources, including public/private data and Microsoft Dataverse.
    • Unlike Power BI (read-only), Power Apps is interactive, allowing database building and replacing paper-based processes.
    • The goal is to easily digitize manual business processes without large development teams or budgets.
    • Many organizations have many manual processes that Power Apps can automate.

    Power Apps Application Types

    • Three app types: canvas, model-driven, and portal apps.
    • Differences exist in interface flexibility and data source use.

    Canvas Apps

    • Developed through a drag-and-drop interface (similar to PowerPoint).
    • Elements are linked to data sources (e.g., Microsoft Dataverse, other connectors).
    • Creation methods: blank canvas, Dataverse/connector data, templates.
    • Offers complete interface customization, data display configuration, and user control options.
    • Can be shared across desktop, iOS, and Android devices.
    • Embeddable in other services (e.g., Power BI, SharePoint, Teams).
    • Can be portrait- or landscape-oriented.

    Model-Driven Apps

    • Less flexible interface configuration compared to canvas apps.
    • Focuses on business functions and processes within Microsoft Dataverse.
    • Components (e.g., forms, views, charts) are selected and configured.
    • Available in modern and classic App Designer interfaces.
    • The modern interface provides a real-time WYSIWYG preview.
    • Uses a tile-based display (Unified Client Interface - UCI) adaptable to different devices.
    • Supports more complex business logic.
    • Can act as the backend for canvas apps.

    Licensing

    • Canvas apps: typically accessible through Microsoft 365 subscriptions or through separate Power Apps licensing options
    • Model-driven apps: often requires additional Power Apps licensing as it utilizes the Microsoft Dataverse, accessible either via a Microsoft 365/Dynamics 365 subscription or standalone Power Apps licensing plans.
    • Standalone licensing options include "per user, per app" and "per app".
    • Microsoft offers trial versions.

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    This quiz explores the fundamentals of Power Apps, a tool designed for citizen developers to create cloud applications. It covers app types, functionalities, and the advantages of using Power Apps to automate manual business processes. Learn how to leverage this tool in your organization effectively.

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