Low-Code Application Development & Power Platform for Enterprise Automation

The Low-Code Application Development & Power Platform for Enterprise Automation course is a 5-day, enterprise-focused program designed to empower developers, IT teams, and business users to rapidly design, build, and deploy business applications. Using platforms such as Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI) and other low-code tools like Mendix and OutSystems, this program bridges the gap between business needs and IT delivery. Participants will gain hands-on experience in creating workflows, automating repetitive tasks, and integrating AI-driven insights to accelerate digital transformation. By the end of this training, attendees will be capable of designing secure, scalable, and efficient enterprise automation solutions that enhance operational agility and innovation.

Objectives of the Training

Understand the fundamentals of low-code and no-code development for enterprise applications.
Build applications and workflows using Microsoft Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI.
Learn how to automate repetitive tasks and business processes across departments.
Develop data-driven dashboards and integrate analytics for decision-making.
Connect applications with enterprise systems using APIs and data connectors.
Implement governance, security, and compliance standards for low-code environments.

Prerequisites

Basic understanding of business processes and workflow management.
Familiarity with databases and Excel formulas.
No prior coding experience required — this course is suitable for both IT and non-IT professionals.
Experience with Microsoft 365 or similar digital productivity tools is advantageous.

What You Will Learn

Core principles of low-code/no-code development and enterprise automation.
Designing custom apps using Power Apps and Mendix.
Automating workflows and approvals with Power Automate.
Building interactive reports and dashboards using Power BI.
Integrating Power Platform with Azure, SharePoint, Dynamics 365, and third-party APIs.
Managing enterprise-grade governance, security, and deployment for low-code solutions.

Target Audience

This training is ideal for Business Analysts, Citizen Developers, IT Managers, Digital Transformation Teams, and Automation Specialists. It also benefits project managers, solution architects, and process consultants looking to accelerate enterprise automation initiatives through low-code innovation.

Detailed 5-Day Curriculum

Day 1 – Introduction to Low-Code Development & Power Platform (6 Hours)

Session 1: Overview of Low-Code and No-Code Development for Enterprises.
Session 2: Power Platform Components – Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI.
Session 3: Understanding Data Connectors, Microsoft Dataverse, and Governance.
Hands-on: Setting up Power Platform Environment and Building a Basic App.

Day 2 – Building Applications with Power Apps (6 Hours)

Session 1: Canvas vs Model-Driven Apps – Design Best Practices.
Session 2: Using Controls, Data Sources, and Expressions for App Functionality.
Session 3: Creating Dynamic Forms, Validation, and Role-Based Access Control.
Workshop: Developing a Customer Service Management App using Power Apps.

Day 3 – Workflow Automation using Power Automate (6 Hours)

Session 1: Designing Automated Workflows and Approvals.
Session 2: Integrating Power Automate with Outlook, SharePoint, and Teams.
Session 3: Advanced Triggers, Parallel Branching, and Error Handling in Workflows.
Hands-on: Automating Expense Approvals and Notifications using Power Automate.

Day 4 – Power BI & Data Integration for Automation (6 Hours)

Session 1: Building Dashboards and Visual Reports using Power BI.
Session 2: Connecting to Multiple Data Sources and Using DAX Formulas.
Session 3: Embedding Power BI Dashboards into Power Apps and Teams.
Workshop: Creating a Business KPI Dashboard Integrated with Workflow Automation.

Day 5 – Enterprise Deployment, Security & Capstone Project (6 Hours)

Session 1: Governance, Security, and Compliance in Power Platform.
Session 2: Managing Environments, User Roles, and Deployment Pipelines.
Session 3: Capstone Project – Designing and Automating an End-to-End Enterprise Workflow.
Panel Discussion: Future of Low-Code Automation and Citizen Development in Enterprises.

Capstone Project

Participants will design and deploy a fully functional enterprise-grade automation solution using Microsoft Power Platform. The project will include developing a custom Power App, automating business workflows with Power Automate, and building real-time dashboards in Power BI. Participants will also apply governance and security practices to simulate real-world enterprise deployment scenarios.

Future Trends in Low-Code Application Development & Automation

Low-code and no-code platforms are reshaping enterprise IT by enabling rapid innovation and collaboration between business and technology teams. The future will see tighter integration of AI and Generative AI with low-code environments, enabling predictive workflows and autonomous decision-making. As organizations embrace hyperautomation, platforms like Microsoft Power Platform and Mendix will play a pivotal role in scaling automation and accelerating digital transformation across industries.