Familiarize yourself with the Power Platform components
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First, you must familiarize yourself with the basics of the Power Platform so that you can fully exploit the potential of the various components. The Power Platform consists of several tools:
- Power BI for data analysis and visualization
- Power Apps for creating applications with little or no code
- Power Automate for workflow automation
- Power Pages for creating secure websites
- Copilot Studio for creating secure websites
These tools work together seamlessly and enable you to create apps, visualize data, automate processes, and create your own AI copilots, making the Power Platform particularly attractive to so-called “citizen developers,” i.e., users without technical expertise who want to design their own solutions.
Use the "Microsoft Learn" platform
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Microsoft Learn offers free, interactive training for both beginners and advanced users. The platform includes various modules and courses specifically tailored to the individual components of the Power Platform. Here, you can follow specific learning paths for the Power Platform and find many practical examples and exercises that help you put your knowledge directly into practice. Some training sessions include certifications with which you can officially prove your expertise.
You can find the platform here: Microsoft Learn: New qualifications for new career opportunities
Start with a small application
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It is advisable to start with a simple app or a small automated workflow rather than diving straight into complex projects. For example, a simple expense report app in Power Apps or an automated email notification in Power Automate could be a good start.
Start with a clear goal in mind:
- What specific problem do you want to solve?
- Are you looking for a simple but useful solution for your daily work?
- One promising approach is identifying existing manual processes and looking for automation opportunities.
Once you have developed a working solution, you can then expand and optimize it step by step.
Use the community and templates
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The Power Platform has a large community where users share their best practices and answer questions. For example, use the Power Platform Community Forum or the GitHub-Repositories, to gather ideas, tips, and tricks.
Regularly attending community events such as the EPPC (European Power Platform Conference) or local user groups is also worthwhile.
EPPC in Vienna, June 16-19, 2025, Austria Center Vienna
At the EPPC, you can meet us directly at Stand 28, benefit from the experience of others, and discover new solution approaches. You can book an appointment with us here.
In addition, numerous templates and examples for the Power Platform make it easier to get started. In the Power Apps Gallery or the Power Automate Template Center, users with the appropriate permissions will find various ready-made solutions that can be easily customized and used in their own projects.
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Find the right licensing model
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Before implementing a solution, you should familiarize yourself with the various licensing models. Some functions are only available with certain licenses – early planning can help you avoid unexpected costs later on.
The licensing models for the Microsoft Power Platform vary depending on the specific components and your individual requirements. There are different scenarios for the tools – from the free developer plan to premium licenses. A detailed overview of the available models can be found on the official Microsoft website at Licensing overview for Microsoft Power Platform – Power Platform | Microsoft Learn
We also recommend reviewing the official Microsoft licensing guide to work through individual scenarios. In this guide, you will find licenses, functions, and basic information on all components of the Power Platform. You can download the licensing guide here.
Check the various license models carefully, and feel free to contact us to find the best option for your specific requirements.
Pay attention to security
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A well-thought-out security strategy ensures that your applications are functional and secure. When working with the Power Platform, it is important to always keep an eye on the areas of corporate governance, i.e., the control and management structures, and compliance, i.e., the implementation of the guidelines.
The Center of Excellence, a central management structure, ensures that the platform is used in a sustainable and controlled manner. Here, standards are defined, ensured, and coordinated. You can obtain initial processes for your company free of charge via the CoE Starter Kit at this link: GitHub – microsoft/coe-starter-kit.
A fully comprehensive Center of Excellence includes not only technical measures but also organizational measures for your company. We would be happy to support you in fully developing this in an in-house workshop.
Getting started with the Power Platform - free workshop
Would you like to learn more about the Power Platform and explore how to use it for your company? In our Envisioning Workshop, your team will learn hands-on how to digitize processes with the Power Platform using an example from your company – with a practical focus on knowledge sharing. The best part is that Microsoft generally covers the workshop costs.
- No IT expertise required
- Practical example from your company
Conclusion
With the proper steps and a clear concept, getting started with the Power Platform is easy. If you first familiarize yourself with the basics, then start with small projects, use the community, and consider the licensing structure and security, you can best exploit the full potential of this powerful platform.
