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Power Automate vs Logic Apps vs Azure Functions: Choosing the Right Microsoft Automation Tool
Most people treat Power Automate as the only option for Microsoft automation. Architects know the wrong tool leads to technical debt and licensing headaches. Here's how to make the call.
Howdang Rashid·18 Aug 2026Copilot Studio Classic vs the New GitHub Copilot Harness: Which Should You Build On?
The new Copilot Studio experience is generally available, which means there are now three ways to build low-code agents in the Microsoft ecosystem. Here's how they differ, what the licensing really costs, and how to decide where to build.
Howdang Rashid·16 Aug 2026
The 5 Principles for Implementing Successful Dynamics 365 and Power Platform Projects
Around 70% of CRM projects fail to deliver real business value. Here are five timeless principles — from a DynamicsMinds 2026 talk by Andrew Bibby plus my own experience in the field — for getting Dynamics 365 and Power Platform implementations over the finish line.
Howdang Rashid·2 Jun 2026
My Experience with Power Platform Certifications - Are They Worth It?
There's a lot of discussion around Microsoft Certifications in the Power Platform space. Some argue they're a waste of money, while others swear by them. Here's my honest take on who should get them and who might not need them.
Howdang Rashid·16 Feb 2025
How I Became A Microsoft MVP In Under 12 Months - And What You Can Learn From My Journey
A year ago, I was trapped in a retail job. Just months earlier, I'd been digitizing departments with the Power Platform. Here's how I went from selling sweets to becoming a Microsoft MVP in under 12 months.
Howdang Rashid·11 Feb 2025