The app maker builds solutions to simplify, automate, and transform tasks and processes for themselves and their team where they have deep expertise in the solution domain. They are skilled in key technical business analyst tasks such as data modeling, basic UX design, requirements analysis, process analysis, etc.
The app maker creates and enforces business processes, structures digital collection of information, improves efficiency of repeatable tasks, and automates business processes.
The app maker uses the maker tools of Power Platform to solve business problems. They may have experience with Visual Basic for Applications, Excel pivot tables, Teams, and other tools. They should have a basic understanding of data models, user interface, and processes. The app maker is aware of the capabilities and limitations of available tools and understands how to apply them.
The app maker is self-directed, and solution focused. They may not have formal IT training but are comfortable using technology to solve business problems with a personal growth mindset. They understand the operational need and have a vision of the desired outcome. They approach problems with phased and iterative strategies.
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Skills measured
Design solutions (10-15%)
Create solutions (55-60%)
Analyze and visualize data (5-10%)
Implement and manage solutions (15-20%)
Audience Profile The App Maker builds solutions to simplify, automate, and transform tasks and processes for themselves and their team where they have deep expertise in the solution business domain. They have basic data modeling, user experience design, requirements analysis, and process analysis skills. The App Maker creates and enforces business processes, structures digital collection of information, improves efficiency of repeatable tasks, and automates business processes. The App Maker uses the Maker tools of Power Platform to solve business problems. They may use advanced features of Microsoft apps and third-party productivity tools. The App Maker is aware of the capabilities and limitations of available tools and understands how to apply them. The App Maker is self-directed, and solution focused. They may not have formal IT training but are comfortable using technology to solve business problems with a personal growth mindset. They understand the operational need and have a vision of the desired outcome. They approach problems with phased and iterative strategies.
Skills Measured NOTE: The bullets that appear below each of the skills measured are intended to illustrate how we are assessing that skill. This list is not definitive or exhaustive.
NOTE: In most cases, exams do NOT cover preview features, and some features will only be added to an exam when they are GA (General Availability). Design solutions (10-15%)
Create a high-level design
collect business requirements
identify data sources
describe real-world objects as entities
describe the user experience
create a high-level data model
Identify required Power Platform components
determine required Power Apps
identify existing resources and licenses
identify gaps between existing functionality and requirements
map problem domain to Power Platform tools
identify required business processes
evaluate accelerators, Microsoft apps and services, and third-party solutions
describe connectors including standard, premium, and custom connectors
Design data models
determine required entities
identify relationships
identify fields and data types
determine requirements for offline access
Design User Interface
identify opportunities for component reuse
apply user interface (UI) standards
design for accessibility
design for localization
Design output
define data output requirements
define requirements for visualizations
identify repositories for analytical data
Design security, privacy, and compliance
identify data that must be protected or requires special handling
identify tools that help ensure compliance with applicable government regulations
Understand Power Platform environments
understand how to get started building apps
describe the different types of environments
describe Common Data Service solutions
describe other environment creation options
Create solutions (55-60%)
Manage Power Platform development environments
create a solution
add existing apps and flows to a solution
run Solution Checker and interpret results
Create model-driven apps
create model-driven apps
create a site map
create and configure Common Data Service entity forms
create and configure Common Data Service entity views
embed model-driven app records in Microsoft Teams channels
Create canvas apps
create canvas apps within a solution
connect to data sources in canvas apps
build canvas apps screens
configure apps for offline access
use formulas
use collections and variables
describe the implications of design choices on app performance
interpret App Checker results
Create and Use Controls
add canvas app assets and components to screens
build canvas app components
Create and configure data stores
create a Common Data Service database
configure a connection
create Common Data Service entities based on a data model
link entities by using Common Data Service entity relationships
load or create data records for testing and development
Create business logic
create Common Data Service business rules
create Common Data Service business process flows
create Common Data Service classic workflows
create business logic using Power Automate flows
create Canvas app formulas and events
Create Power Automate flows
create flows in a solution
configure triggers
build scheduled, automated, and instant flows
configure flow steps
interpret Flow Checker results
test a flow
implement common expressions and loops
create adaptive cards for Microsoft Teams
Analyze and visualize data (5-10%)
Create Power BI reports
create Power BI report by using Power BI Desktop
create Power BI report by using Power BI service
Implement other reports
merge data from a data source into a Microsoft Word or Excel template
create model-driven dashboards
create model-driven charts
add existing Power BI tile or dashboard to a model-driven dashboard
Describe AI Builder models
identify model types including prebuilt and custom models
describe the process for preparing data and training models
use a model from within Power Automate or Power Apps
Implement and manage solutions (15-20%)
Configure Common Data Service security
configure security roles
configure field security
Test apps and flows
describe the testing process
implement Power Platform testing tools
validate accessibility
Secure a solution
manage data security
manage app security
share flows
share Power BI reports
Deploy the solution
export solutions
move individual apps and flows between environments
support deployment of solutions to testing and production environments
Manage versions of canvas apps
create new versions of an app
restore a previous version of an app
publish a new version of an app
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