#Coding in Power Apps

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Count The Rows In A Power Apps Gallery With AllItemsCount

Overview:

In this blog post, we’ll explore how to count Power Apps Gallery Rows using the AllItemsCount property. We’ll insert a label to show the count of all gallery items and then implement the exact code for precise counting. Each step comes with images and clear instructions. By the end, you’ll master the display of the total number of items in any gallery. Let’s dive in!

This code we use and count how many items in gallery

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The concerted effort of maintaining application resilience

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The concerted effort of maintaining application resilience

Back when most business applications were monolithic, ensuring their resilience was by no means easy. But given the way apps run in 2025 and what’s expected of them, maintaining monolithic apps was arguably simpler.

Back then, IT staff had a finite set of criteria on which to improve an application’s resilience, and the rate of change to the application and its infrastructure was a great deal slower. Today, the demands we place on apps are different, more numerous, and subject to a faster rate of change.

There are also just more applications. According to IDC, there are likely to be a billion more in production by 2028 – and many of these will be running on cloud-native code and mixed infrastructure. With technological complexity and higher service expectations of responsiveness and quality, ensuring resilience has grown into being a massively more complex ask.

Multi-dimensional elements determine app resilience, dimensions that fall into different areas of responsibility in the modern enterprise: Code quality falls to development teams; infrastructure might be down to systems administrators or DevOps; compliance and data governance officers have their own needs and stipulations, as do cybersecurity professionals, storage engineers, database administrators, and a dozen more besides.

With multiple tools designed to ensure the resilience of an app – with definitions of what constitutes resilience depending on who’s asking – it’s small wonder that there are typically dozens of tools that work to improve and maintain resilience in play at any one time in the modern enterprise.

Determining resilience across the whole enterprise’s portfolio, therefore, is near-impossible. Monitoring software is silo-ed, and there’s no single pane of reference.

IBM’s Concert Resilience Posture simplifies the complexities of multiple dashboards, normalizes the different quality judgments, breaks down data from different silos, and unifies the disparate purposes of monitoring and remediation tools in play.

Speaking ahead of TechEx North America (4-5 June, Santa Clara Convention Center), Jennifer Fitzgerald, Product Management Director, Observability, at IBM, took us through the Concert Resilience Posture solution, its aims, and its ethos. On the latter, she differentiates it from other tools:

“Everything we’re doing is grounded in applications – the health and performance of the applications and reducing risk factors for the application.”

The app-centric approach means the bringing together of the different metrics in the context of desired business outcomes, answering questions that matter to an organization’s stakeholders, like:

Will every application scale?

What effects have code changes had?

Are we over- or under-resourcing any element of any application?

Is infrastructure supporting or hindering application deployment?

Are we safe and in line with data governance policies?

What experience are we giving our customers?

Jennifer says IBM Concert Resilience Posture is, “a new way to think about resilience – to move it from a manual stitching [of other tools] or a ton of different dashboards.” Although the definition of resilience can be ephemeral, according to which criteria are in play, Jennifer says it’s comprised, at its core, of eight non-functional requirements (NFRs):

Observability

Availability

Maintainability

Recoverability

Scalability

Usability

Integrity

Security

NFRs are important everywhere in the organization, and there are perhaps only two or three that are the sole remit of one department – security falls to the CISO, for example. But ensuring the best quality of resilience in all of the above is critically important right across the enterprise. It’s a shared responsibility for maintaining excellence in performance, potential, and safety.

What IBM Concert Resilience Posture gives organizations, different from what’s offered by a collection of disparate tools and beyond the single-pane-of-glass paradigm, is proactivity. Proactive resilience comes from its ability to give a resilience score, based on multiple metrics, with a score determined by the many dozens of data points in each NFR. Companies can see their overall or per-app scores drift as changes are made – to the infrastructure, to code, to the portfolio of applications in production, and so on.

“The thought around resilience is that we as humans aren’t perfect. We’re going to make mistakes. But how do you come back? You want your applications to be fully, highly performant, always optimal, with the required uptime. But issues are going to happen. A code change is introduced that breaks something, or there’s more demand on a certain area that slows down performance. And so the application resilience we’re looking at is all around the ability of systems to withstand and recover quickly from disruptions, failures, spikes in demand, [and] unexpected events,” she says.

IBM’s acquisition history points to some of the complimentary elements of the Concert Resilience Posture solution – Instana for full-stack observability, Turbonomic for resource optimization, for example. But the whole is greater than the sum of the parts. There’s an AI-powered continuous assessment of all elements that make up an organization’s resilience, so there’s one place where decision-makers and IT teams can assess, manage, and configure the full-stack’s resilience profile.

The IBM portfolio of resilience-focused solutions helps teams see when and why loads change and therefore where resources are wasted. It’s possible to ensure that necessary resources are allocated only when needed, and systems automatically scale back when they’re not. That sort of business- and cost-centric capability is at the heart of app-centric resilience, and means that a company is always optimizing its resources.

Overarching all aspects of app performance and resilience is the element of cost. Throwing extra resources at an under-performing application (or its supporting infrastructure) isn’t a viable solution in most organizations. With IBM, organizations get the ability to scale and grow, to add or iterate apps safely, without necessarily having to invest in new provisioning, either in the cloud or on-premise. Plus, they can see how any changes impact resilience. It’s making best use of what’s available, and winning back capacity – all while getting the best performance, responsiveness, reliability, and uptime across the enterprise’s application portfolio.

Jennifer says, “There’s a lot of different things that can impact resilience and that’s why it’s been so difficult to measure. An application has so many different layers underneath, even in just its resources and how it’s built. But then there’s the spider web of downstream impacts. A code change could impact multiple apps, or it could impact one piece of an app. What is the downstream impact of something going wrong? And that’s a big piece of what our tools are helping organizations with.”

You can read more about IBM’s work to make today and tomorrow’s applications resilient.

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Are you looking to streamline your business operations with tailored applications that enhance efficiency and user satisfaction? Hiring a PowerApps expert could be your gateway to achieving seamless integration and scalable solutions within the Microsoft ecosystem.

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Discover how AI-powered Vibe coding software makes app development easy for non-coders, enabling anyone to create functional applications without technical expertise.

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How to Build AI-Powered Mobile Apps: AI powered mobile apps have revolutionized how we interact with technology. From personal assistants like Siri to recommendation engines on e-commerce platforms, AI in mobile apps offers unparalleled convenience and efficiency. But building such an app requires a structured approach, combining technical expertise with creativity. 

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Integrating ChatGPT with the Microsoft Power Platform could revolutionize how businesses develop and engage with their applications. This combination of advanced conversational AI and the versatile Power Platform enables organizations to create business apps that are not only powerful but also intuitive, helping companies enhance user experiences and automate critical processes more effectively. Microsoft PowerApps has become a cornerstone for businesses looking to develop custom applications quickly and with minimal coding. By integrating ChatGPT, companies can unlock new capabilities in their apps, allowing users to interact using natural language. This integration provides an innovative way to communicate with systems, retrieve information, and perform tasks, all through simple conversations. For example, users can ask a business app to generate reports, pull up customer data, or even schedule appointments, all by simply typing or speaking commands. This ease of interaction makes applications more user-friendly and efficient, especially for non-technical users. Regarding Power Apps development, integrating ChatGPT empowers developers to build more innovative apps with conversational interfaces. These apps can leverage AI to provide real-time insights, automate repetitive tasks, and even assist decision-making. An everyday use case for this integration might be customer service. ChatGPT can act as an intelligent virtual assistant to answer customer inquiries, suggest solutions, or provide status updates on support tickets. This improves overall productivity and satisfaction by cutting down on response times and freeing up customer support teams to concentrate on more complicated problems. Moreover, combining ChatGPT with Microsoft Power Automate takes automation a step further. Natural language interactions can automate routine tasks such as generating invoices, processing data inputs, and sending reminders. This reduces manual effort and ensures accuracy and consistency, freeing valuable resources for more strategic work. For businesses considering this integration, partnering with a Power Apps consulting firm can streamline the process and help maximize the potential of ChatGPT within the Microsoft Power Platform. These experts can assist in designing the app architecture, integrating AI features effectively, and ensuring that the app meets the business's unique needs. Whether enhancing customer support, optimizing internal workflows, or improving data management, integrating ChatGPT with Power Platform can significantly elevate the functionality and efficiency of business applications, paving the way for better results.

[technorucs]

Building Intelligent Workflows with Power Automate and Copilot

Introduction

In today’s competitive business landscape, automation is key to staying ahead. From handling routine tasks to creating complex workflows, tools like Power Automate have revolutionized operations for many organizations. Now, with the introduction of Copilot, the possibilities for intelligent automation are expanding. Copilot’s AI-driven functionalities enable businesses to build, manage, and optimize workflows faster and more efficiently than ever before.

In this blog, we'll dive into how the integration of Power Automate and Copilot allows organizations to create smarter, more agile workflows, maximizing efficiency through automation.

Getting Started with Power Automate and Copilot

If you're new to the world of intelligent automation, getting up and running with Power Automate and Copilot is straightforward. Here’s a quick guide to help you activate and start using Copilot to enhance your workflow creation process.

Activating Copilot

Within the Power Automate platform, users can enable Copilot, which provides AI-powered tools for building automated workflows. Once Copilot is activated, you can interact with it, asking for guidance as you set up automated flows.

AI-Driven Suggestions

Copilot doesn’t just assist in building workflows—it offers intelligent, real-time suggestions based on your input. Whether you're setting up email alerts or scheduling reminders, Copilot analyzes your needs and walks you through the process, making workflow creation as simple as possible.

AI-Driven Workflow Creation

A standout feature of Copilot in Power Automate is its ability to create workflows automatically based on natural language descriptions. This feature brings ease and efficiency to the table, making it possible for users to automate tasks simply by describing them.

Describe to Design

With the "Describe to design" feature, users can tell Copilot what they want to automate, and it will generate the corresponding flow. For example, if you say, "Send a follow-up email two days after a meeting," Copilot will set up the necessary triggers and actions to execute that task seamlessly.

Customizing Workflows

After Copilot generates a workflow, users can fine-tune and adjust it to better suit their business needs. This combination of AI-powered assistance and human customization ensures that workflows are perfectly tailored to each organization’s unique requirements.

Managing and Testing Flows with Copilot

Creating workflows is just one part of the automation process. Managing and testing them to ensure they function properly is equally important. Copilot helps users not only create but also manage and troubleshoot their workflows.

Fixing Invalid Parameters

If a workflow runs into issues due to invalid parameters, Copilot helps identify and correct these problems. This quick troubleshooting ensures that workflows continue to operate smoothly, minimizing any potential downtime.

AI-Powered Testing

Copilot leverages AI insights to test and optimize workflows. By offering real-time feedback, it helps highlight inefficiencies or areas for improvement, allowing businesses to streamline their operations further.

Integration and Automation with AI Builder

Power Automate’s capabilities are further enhanced when paired with AI Builder. Together with Copilot, AI Builder enables users to integrate custom AI models into their workflows, adding a layer of sophistication to automation.

Custom AI Models

AI Builder allows businesses to develop machine learning models for specific tasks, such as text recognition or sentiment analysis. These models can be embedded directly into workflows, driving greater automation and efficiency.

Legacy System Automation

For companies still relying on older systems, Copilot, along with Robotic Process Automation (RPA), can automate interactions with legacy software. This reduces the need for manual inputs, helping organizations modernize without completely overhauling their systems.

Unlocking the Full Potential of Microsoft 365 Integration

Power Automate seamlessly integrates with Microsoft 365 applications such as Teams, Dynamics 365, and Power BI. This makes it possible to create comprehensive workflows that span multiple platforms, improving collaboration and productivity across the board.

Conclusion

The integration of Power Automate with Copilot is transforming how businesses approach workflow automation. By leveraging AI-driven features like "Describe to design" and real-time suggestions, organizations can create more intelligent, efficient, and adaptable workflows. Additionally, the ability to customize flows, manage and troubleshoot them with ease, and integrate AI models further enhances the value of automation. As businesses continue to evolve, tools like Power Automate and Copilot will remain essential in driving innovation and operational excellence.

[tofupixel]

⭐ So you want to learn pixel art? ⭐

🔹 Part 1 of ??? - The Basics!

Edit: Now available in Google Doc format if you don't have a Tumblr account 🥰

Hello, my name is Tofu and I'm a professional pixel artist. I have been supporting myself with freelance pixel art since 2020, when I was let go from my job during the pandemic.

My progress, from 2017 to 2024. IMO the only thing that really matters is time and effort, not some kind of natural talent for art.

This guide will not be comprehensive, as nobody should be expected to read allat. Instead I will lean heavily on my own experience, and share what worked for me, so take everything with a grain of salt. This is a guide, not a tutorial. Cheers!

🔹 Do I need money?

NO!!! Pixel art is one of the most accessible mediums out there.

I still use a mouse because I prefer it to a tablet! You won't be at any disadvantage here if you can't afford the best hardware or software.

Because our canvases are typically very small, you don't need a good PC to run a good brush engine or anything like that.

✨Did you know? One of the most skilled and beloved pixel artists uses MS PAINT! Wow!!

🔹 What software should I use?

Here are some of the most popular programs I see my friends and peers using. Stars show how much I recommend the software for beginners! ⭐

💰 Paid options:

⭐⭐⭐ Aseprite (for PC) - $19.99

This is what I and many other pixel artists use. You may find when applying to jobs that they require some knowledge of Aseprite. Since it has become so popular, companies like that you can swap raw files between artists.

Aseprite is amazingly customizable, with custom skins, scripts and extensions on Itch.io, both free and paid.

If you have ever used any art software before, it has most of the same features and should feel fairly familiar to use. It features a robust animation suite and a tilemap feature, which have saved me thousands of hours of labour in my work. The software is also being updated all the time, and the developers listen to the users. I really recommend Aseprite!

⭐ Photoshop (for PC) - Monthly $$

A decent option for those who already are used to the PS interface. Requires some setup to get it ready for pixel-perfect art, but there are plenty of tutorials for doing so.

Animation is also much more tedious on PS which you may want to consider before investing time!

⭐⭐ ProMotion NG (for PC) - $19.00

An advanced and powerful software which has many features Aseprite does not, including Colour Cycling and animated tiles.

⭐⭐⭐ Pixquare (for iOS) - $7.99 - $19.99 (30% off with code 'tofu'!!)

Probably the best app available for iPad users, in active development, with new features added all the time.

Look! My buddy Jon recommends it highly, and uses it often.

One cool thing about Pixquare is that it takes Aseprite raw files! Many of my friends use it to work on the same project, both in their office and on the go.

⭐ Procreate (for iOS) - $12.99

If you have access to Procreate already, it's a decent option to get used to doing pixel art. It does however require some setup. Artist Pixebo is famously using Procreate, and they have tutorials of their own if you want to learn.

⭐⭐ ReSprite iOS and Android. (free trial, but:) $19.99 premium or $$ monthly

ReSprite is VERY similar in terms of UI to Aseprite, so I can recommend it. They just launched their Android release!

🆓 Free options:

⭐⭐⭐ Libresprite (for PC)

Libresprite is an alternative to Aseprite. It is very, very similar, to the point where documentation for Aseprite will be helpful to Libresprite users.

⭐⭐ Pixilart (for PC and mobile)

A free in-browser app, and also a mobile app! It is tied to the website Pixilart, where artists upload and share their work. A good option for those also looking to get involved in a community.

⭐⭐ Dotpict (for mobile)

Dotpict is similar to Pixilart, with a mobile app tied to a website, but it's a Japanese service. Did you know that in Japanese, pixel art is called 'Dot Art'? Dotpict can be a great way to connect with a different community of pixel artists! They also have prompts and challenges often.

🔹 So I got my software, now what?

◽Nice! Now it's time for the basics of pixel art.

❗ WAIT ❗ Before this section, I want to add a little disclaimer. All of these rules/guidelines can be broken at will, and some 'no-nos' can look amazing when done intentionally.

The pixel-art fundamentals can be exceedingly helpful to new artists, who may feel lost or overwhelmed by choice. But if you feel they restrict you too harshly, don't force yourself! At the end of the day it's your art, and you shouldn't try to contort yourself into what people think a pixel artist 'should be'. What matters is your own artistic expression. 💕👍

◽Phew! With that out of the way...

🔸"The Rules"

There are few hard 'rules' of pixel art, mostly about scaling and exporting. Some of these things will frequently trip up newbies if they aren't aware, and are easy to overlook.

🔹Scaling method

There are a couple ways of scaling your art. The default in most art programs, and the entire internet, is Bi-linear scaling, which usually works out fine for most purposes. But as pixel artists, we need a different method.

Both are scaled up x10. See the difference?

On the left is scaled using Bilinear, and on the right is using Nearest-Neighbor. We love seeing those pixels stay crisp and clean, so we use nearest-neighbor. 

(Most pixel-art programs have nearest-neighbor enabled by default! So this may not apply to you, but it's important to know.)

🔹Mixels

Mixels are when there are different (mixed) pixel sizes in the same image.

Here I have scaled up my art- the left is 200%, and the right is 150%. Yuck!

As we can see, the "pixel" sizes end up different. We generally try to scale our work by multiples of 100 - 200%, 300% etc. rather than 150%. At larger scales however, the minute differences in pixel sizes are hardly noticeable!

Mixels are also sometimes seen when an artist scales up their work, then continues drawing on it with a 1 pixel brush.

Many would say that this is not great looking! This type of pixels can be indicative of a beginner artist. But there are plenty of creative pixel artists out there who mixels intentionally, making something modern and cool.

🔹Saving Your Files

We usually save our still images as .PNGs as they don’t create any JPEG artifacts or loss of quality. It's a little hard to see here, but there are some artifacts, and it looks a little blurry. It also makes the art very hard to work with if we are importing a JPEG.

For animations .GIF is good, but be careful of the 256 colour limit. Try to avoid using too many blending mode layers or gradients when working with animations. If you aren’t careful, your animation could flash afterwards, as the .GIF tries to reduce colours wherever it can. It doesn’t look great!

Here's an old piece from 2021 where I experienced .GIF lossiness, because I used gradients and transparency, resulting in way too many colours.

🔹Pixel Art Fundamentals - Techniques and Jargon

❗❗Confused about Jaggies? Anti-Aliasing? Banding? Dithering? THIS THREAD is for you❗❗ << it's a link, click it!!

As far as I'm concerned, this is THE tutorial of all time for understanding pixel art. These are techniques created and named by the community of people who actually put the list together, some of the best pixel artists alive currently. Please read it!!

🔸How To Learn

Okay, so you have your software, and you're all ready to start. But maybe you need some more guidance? Try these tutorials and resources! It can be helpful to work along with a tutorial until you build your confidence up.

⭐⭐ Pixel Logic (A Digital Book) - $10 A very comprehensive visual guide book by a very skilled and established artist in the industry. I own a copy myself.

⭐⭐⭐ StudioMiniBoss - free A collection of visual tutorials, by the artist that worked on Celeste! When starting out, if I got stuck, I would go and scour his tutorials and see how he did it.

⭐ Lospec Tutorials - free A very large collection of various tutorials from all over the internet. There is a lot to sift through here if you have the time.

⭐⭐⭐ Cyangmou's Tutorials - free (tipping optional) Cyangmou is one of the most respected and accomplished modern pixel artists, and he has amassed a HUGE collection of free and incredibly well-educated visual tutorials. He also hosts an educational stream every week on Twitch called 'pixelart for beginners'.

⭐⭐⭐ Youtube Tutorials - free There are hundreds, if not thousands of tutorials on YouTube, but it can be tricky to find the good ones. My personal recommendations are MortMort, Brandon, and AdamCYounis- these guys really know what they're talking about!

🔸 How to choose a canvas size

When looking at pixel art turorials, we may see people suggest things like 16x16, 32x32 and 64x64. These are standard sizes for pixel art games with tiles. However, if you're just making a drawing, you don't necessarily need to use a standard canvas size like that.

What I like to think about when choosing a canvas size for my illustrations is 'what features do I think it is important to represent?' And make my canvas as small as possible, while still leaving room for my most important elements.

Imagine I have characters in a scene like this:

I made my canvas as small as possible (232 x 314), but just big enough to represent the features and have them be recognizable (it's Good Omens fanart 😤)!! If I had made it any bigger, I would be working on it for ever, due to how much more foliage I would have to render.

If you want to do an illustration and you're not sure, just start at somewhere around 100x100 - 200x200 and go from there.

It's perfectly okay to crop your canvas, or scale it up, or crunch your art down at any point if you think you need a different size. I do it all the time! It only takes a bit of cleanup to get you back to where you were.

🔸Where To Post

Outside of just regular socials, Twitter, Tumblr, Deviantart, Instagram etc, there are a few places that lean more towards pixel art that you might not have heard of.

⭐ Lospec Lospec is a low-res focused art website. Some pieces get given a 'monthly masterpiece' award. Not incredibly active, but I believe there are more features being added often.

⭐⭐ Pixilart Pixilart is a very popular pixel art community, with an app tied to it. The community tends to lean on the young side, so this is a low-pressure place to post with an relaxed vibe.

⭐⭐ Pixeljoint Pixeljoint is one of the big, old-school pixel art websites. You can only upload your art unscaled (1x) because there is a built-in zoom viewer. It has a bit of a reputation for being elitist (back in the 00s it was), but in my experience it's not like that any more. This is a fine place for a pixel artist to post if they are really interested in learning, and the history. The Hall of Fame has some of the most famous / impressive pixel art pieces that paved the way for the work we are doing today.

⭐⭐⭐ Cafe Dot Cafe Dot is my art server so I'm a little biased here. 🍵 It was created during the recent social media turbulence. We wanted a place to post art with no algorithms, and no NFT or AI chuds. We have a heavy no-self-promotion rule, and are more interested in community than skill or exclusivity. The other thing is that we have some kind of verification system- you must apply to be a Creator before you can post in the Art feed, or use voice. This helps combat the people who just want to self-promo and dip, or cause trouble, as well as weed out AI/NFT people. Until then, you are still welcome to post in any of the threads or channels. There is a lot to do in Cafe Dot. I host events weekly, so check the threads!

⭐⭐/r/pixelart The pixel art subreddit is pretty active! I've also heard some of my friends found work through posting here, so it's worth a try if you're looking. However, it is still Reddit- so if you're sensitive to rude people, or criticism you didn't ask for, you may want to avoid this one. Lol

🔸 Where To Find Work

You need money? I got you! As someone who mostly gets scouted on social media, I can share a few tips with you:

Put your email / portfolio in your bio Recruiters don't have all that much time to find artists, make it as easy as possible for someone to find your important information!

Clean up your profile If your profile feed is all full of memes, most people will just tab out rather than sift through. Doesn't apply as much to Tumblr if you have an art tag people can look at.

Post regularly, and repost Activity beats everything in the social media game. It's like rolling the dice, and the more you post the more chances you have. You have to have no shame, it's all business baby

Outside of just posting regularly and hoping people reach out to you, it can be hard to know where to look. Here are a few places you can sign up to and post around on.

/r/INAT INAT (I Need A Team) is a subreddit for finding a team to work with. You can post your portfolio here, or browse for people who need artists.

/r/GameDevClassifieds Same as above, but specifically for game-related projects.

Remote Game Jobs / Work With Indies Like Indeed but for game jobs. Browse them often, or get email notifications.

VGen VGen is a website specifically for commissions. You need a code from another verified artist before you can upgrade your account and sell, so ask around on social media or ask your friends. Once your account is upgraded, you can make a 'menu' of services people can purchase, and they send you an offer which you are able to accept, decline, or counter.

The evil websites of doom: Fiverr and Upwork I don't recommend them!! They take a big cut of your profit, and the sites are teeming with NFT and AI people hoping to make a quick buck. The site is also extremely oversaturated and competitive, resulting in a race to the bottom (the cheapest, the fastest, doing the most for the least). Imagine the kind of clients who go to these websites, looking for the cheapest option. But if you're really desperate...

🔸 Community

I do really recommend getting involved in a community. Finding like-minded friends can help you stay motivated to keep drawing. One day, those friends you met when you were just starting out may become your peers in the industry. Making friends is a game changer!

Discord servers Nowadays, the forums of old are mostly abandoned, and people split off into many different servers. Cafe Dot, Pixel Art Discord (PAD), and if you can stomach scrolling past all the AI slop, you can browse Discord servers here.

Twitch Streams Twitch has kind of a bad reputation for being home to some of the more edgy gamers online, but the pixel art community is extremely welcoming and inclusive. Some of the people I met on Twitch are my friends to this day, and we've even worked together on different projects! Browse pixel art streams here, or follow some I recommend: NickWoz, JDZombi, CupOhJoe, GrayLure, LumpyTouch, FrankiePixelShow, MortMort, Sodor, NateyCakes, NyuraKim, ShinySeabass, I could go on for ever really... There are a lot of good eggs on Pixel Art Twitch.

🔸 Other Helpful Websites

Palettes Lospec has a huge collection of user-made palettes, for any artist who has trouble choosing their colours, or just wants to try something fun. Rejected Palettes is full of palettes that didn't quite make it onto Lospec, ran by people who believe there are no bad colours.

The Spriters Resource TSR is an incredible website where users can upload spritesheets and tilesets from games. You can browse for your favourite childhood game, and see how they made it! This website has helped me so much in understanding how game assets come together in a scene.

VGMaps Similar to the above, except there are entire maps laid out how they would be played. This is incredible if you have to do level design, or for mocking up a scene for fun.

Game UI Database Not pixel-art specific, but UI is a very challenging part of graphics, so this site can be a game-changer for finding good references!

Retronator A digital newspaper for pixel-art lovers! New game releases, tutorials, and artworks!

Itch.io A website where people can upload, games, assets, tools... An amazing hub for game devs and game fans alike. A few of my favourite tools: Tiled, PICO-8, Pixel Composer, Juice FX, Magic Pencil for Aseprite

🔸 The End?

This is just part 1 for now, so please drop me a follow to see any more guides I release in the future. I plan on doing some writeups on how I choose colours, how to practise, and more!

I'm not an expert by any means, but everything I did to get to where I am is outlined in this guide. Pixel art is my passion, my job and my hobby! I want pixel art to be recognized everywhere as an art-form, a medium of its own outside of game-art or computer graphics!

This guide took me a long time, and took a lot of research and experience. Consider following me or supporting me if you are feeling generous.

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Leveraging AI in Salesforce Development

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing Salesforce development by infusing intelligence into traditional CRM processes. AI allows Salesforce to evolve from a static data management platform into a dynamic, insight-driven system that can predict, recommend, and automate key functions. With AI, Salesforce development is now more about building solutions that are not just reactive but proactive.

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The Future of Software Development: How No-Code Platforms are Driving Business Growth?

Our digital world of development landscape is experiencing an extreme shift on No Code DX Platforms. It will be a supercharger for the software development industry to rule Information Technology’s future. They are transforming the way we sneak up software platforms and are making them more penetrable, energy-efficient, and democratized.

Understanding No-Code Platforms

No-code platforms are one of the innovative game-changer for modern developers can get in the process of software development. They were developed to ease the job of developing applications and shorten the time taken to develop them.

These platforms come in the form of graphical and visual development interfaces where users can create an application by dragging and dropping some components. They rid the necessity of coding as we knew it hence opening up opportunities in software development to more people.

Here are some key features:

Drag-and-drop interfaces

Pre-built templates

Visual programming

Integration capabilities

Scalability and flexibility

These features make no-code platforms equally effective and applicable in small and large-scale businesses. They facilitate rapid application development and deployment which decreases the amount of time and money to be spent towards development.

The Evolution of No-Code Technology

The use of no-code technology is not a new concept in this world. It originated from the early periods of computing time when visual programming languages were proposed.

Thus, the technology has developed and reached maturity over the years. Today, they have turned into powerful tools that can be efficiently utilized to create versatile business applications.

The emergence of no-code tools is a reaction to demands for software development and lack of programmers. It is a solution that enables what is called “citizen developers” to develop applications without much coding expertise.

Main Characteristics and Advantages of No-Code Solutions

They come with a host of features that make them a powerful tool for businesses. These features are designed to simplify the development process and make it more efficient.

Drag-and-drop interfaces: This feature can be used to create an application where one can develop an application through using a drop-on-drop feature on a design board. As a type of programming, it is more or less visible, and logical to most people in a way.

Pre-built templates: It has been known to have its own set of templates which the users can employ as the basis for the applications that they wish to develop. It also must be noted that these templates can be further tailored to suit the nature of the business in question.

Integration capabilities: No-code platforms can interact with other applications and systems making it easier for businesses to digitize their processes and operations.

Scalability and flexibility: As they are conceived to accommodate fluctuations and changes, they may support any type and size of business, starting with the new venture.

Key Features of No-Code Platforms

Democratizing Software Creation

A great innovation of No-Code platforms is the equal opportunity it gives to anyone to develop applications. Businessmen and marketing departments, for instance, can design functional applications without necessarily having programming knowledge. No-Code platforms allow users to develop solutions by using simple drag-and-drop and adapting ready templates without involving development teams. This is where it is made perfectly even or fair for everyone concerned.

Accelerating Time-to-Market

This means that under today’s conditions and especially in the context of growing competition, speed is the most significant advantage. No-code platforms significantly help decrease development time and minimize the time spent to launch applications. It takes a small fraction of the time as it would take most companies to code new solutions, test them, and then deploy them. This ability results in a shorter time-to-market that ensures companies can respond to changes in the marketplace thereby providing them with a significant competitive advantage.

Lowering Development Costs

Unfortunately, skilled developers are not cheap to hire, and any custom coding can be very time-consuming and costly. These problems are solved by No-Code platforms since they allow teams to develop an application with less technical support. It not only reduces the development cost but also releases the pressures of IT departments from many ordinary tasks so that they can deal with more elaborate issues, making the process produce better overall effects.

Empowering Innovation

No-code platforms enable creativity since technical barriers are removed. Working in teams allows for the formation of new hypotheses quickly and the optimization of existing concepts with new possibilities. It enhances flexibility and enables businesses to expand into new sectors, switch strategies if necessary, and adapt to new trends in the constantly expanding digital world.

Seamless Integration & Scalability

Let me unwrap one of the misconceptions regarding the No-Code platforms, and that most of them are lacking in terms of functionality. The existing No-Code tools are capable of offering the integration level by which the new applications can link with the pre-existing system, database, as well as APIs. Moreover, while using No-Code platforms, companies can get tools that adapt to the company’s growth and needs but remain as much as simple as possible yet as complex as needed.

Shaping the Future of Development

In light of the ongoing trends towards digitalization in the sphere of enterprise management and operation, No-Code platforms cannot be considered as dispensable. By filtering out these constraints, they enable organisations to satisfy customer needs, introduce new products and services, and remain relevant in the market. The future of development is finally now and it has arrived through the advent of No-Code.

In Conclusion: The Future of Business Growth Lagoon’s No-Code Platforms are revolutionizing how businesses operate, making development accessible, cost-effective, and agile. Whether you’re aiming for rapid innovation, reducing development costs, or scaling effortlessly, Lagoon’s No-Code solutions provide the tools to drive sustainable business growth. The future of digital transformation is here — and it’s code-free!

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Businesses looking to streamline their Power Apps development processes must comprehend the distinction between Model-Driven Apps and Canvas Apps in Microsoft PowerApps. Both app types offer distinct approaches to building applications, with their own sets of advantages depending on the specific use case. Model-driven apps are data-centric and built around the Common Data Service (CDS), making them ideal for applications that require structured data relationships. Users interact with pre-defined forms, views, and dashboards in these apps, which are automatically generated according to the data model. Model-Driven Apps' main benefits are their rapid scalability and smooth integration with other Microsoft products.Businesses that require reliable, data-intensive software for handling intricate procedures like enterprise resource planning (ERP) or customer relationship management (CRM) are especially well-suited for them. Conversely, Canvas Apps offer greater design flexibility.. With Canvas Apps, developers have complete control over the user interface, allowing them to drag and drop various elements to create a highly customized experience. These apps can connect to multiple data sources, from Excel files to SharePoint lists, offering greater adaptability. Canvas Apps are ideal for scenarios where visual customization is paramount and users require more freedom in layout and user interaction. When deciding between the two, businesses should consider the specific needs of their application. Model-driven apps are best suited for scenarios where structured data and complex relationships take center stage. At the same time, Canvas Apps shine in situations where visual design and user experience are a priority. For companies looking to implement these solutions, partnering with a Power Apps consulting firm can provide the expertise needed to choose the right app type based on their development goals. Whether embarking on your first PowerApps project or refining an existing solution, understanding the fundamental differences between these two types of apps can significantly impact your success in Power Apps development.

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 Understanding SharePoint as a Document Management System

Introduction

In today’s digital world, managing large volumes of documents can be complex. Businesses are turning to document management systems to stay organized and efficient in this digital transformation era. Microsoft SharePoint has emerged as a top choice. SharePoint offers customizable features for both simple and complex business needs, acting as a central platform for storing, sharing, and collaborating on documents, which helps streamline processes and boost productivity.

Why Choose SharePoint for Document Management?

SharePoint is a standout choice for document management due to its ability to facilitate team collaboration, integrate with Microsoft Office, and secure sensitive documents. By centralizing all files in one place, SharePoint makes document management easier and more efficient. Its powerful search tools and customizable setup allow businesses to tailor the platform to their unique needs. With features like document libraries, lists, version control, and metadata tagging, managing and retrieving files is intuitive and streamlined. As a cloud-based system, SharePoint ensures that documents are accessible from any location at any time.

Key Features of SharePoint Document Management

Smart File Organization

SharePoint Services helps businesses stay organized by using metadata, tags, and content types to group and categorize files. This smart organization method allows users to quickly locate the files they need, keeping workflows smooth and efficient.

Organizing with Metadata

One of SharePoint’s strengths is its use of metadata and tags to structure documents. By adding relevant metadata to each file, businesses can easily group similar documents together, regardless of where they are stored. This greatly enhances searchability and speeds up the document management process.

Version Control and History Tracking

SharePoint’s version control feature ensures that teams always work on the most up-to-date version of a document while still retaining access to previous versions if necessary. It tracks who made changes and when minimizing confusion and preserving important edits.

Permission Management and Security

With SharePoint, businesses can manage document access through detailed permission settings, ensuring that only authorized personnel can view, edit, or share sensitive files. SharePoint’s security is further strengthened by Microsoft’s encryption and multi-factor authentication, providing robust protection for all documents.

Automating Tasks with Power Automate

By integrating with Power Automate, SharePoint allows businesses to set up automated workflows that handle repetitive tasks. Whether it’s sending approval requests or updating document statuses, these workflows minimize manual effort and speed up processes, helping teams stay efficient.

Additional Benefits of Using SharePoint

Real-Time Collaboration

SharePoint allows multiple users to work on the same document simultaneously, making it ideal for distributed teams. This reduces waiting times and enables more effective collaboration. Additionally, SharePoint integrates with Microsoft Teams, enhancing communication and collaboration across projects.

Mobile Accessibility

Documents can be accessed and edited from any internet-connected device. This mobile-friendly design ensures that employees can remain productive whether they are working from home, in the office, or on the go.

Scalability for Growing Businesses

SharePoint’s scalable platform makes it a suitable solution for companies of any size, from small startups to large enterprises. Businesses can customize SharePoint to meet their evolving needs, ensuring seamless document management as they scale.

Compliance and Auditing

SharePoint is invaluable for organizations in regulated industries due to its compliance and auditing features. It tracks all actions taken on documents, such as who viewed or edited them, creating an audit trail that helps businesses meet regulatory requirements. This feature also simplifies audit preparation by ensuring all necessary records are readily available.

Content Lifecycle Management and Data Governance

SharePoint's ability to manage the entire content lifecycle ensures compliance with data governance rules, including retention policies and automated deletion of outdated documents. This is especially important for industries with strict regulations regarding document retention and disposal.

Enhanced Integration with Microsoft Tools

SharePoint seamlessly integrates with other Microsoft tools, such as Power BI and Microsoft Flow, providing businesses with additional value. These integrations enable companies to automate workflows, streamline data analysis, and create dashboards to monitor project progress, enhancing productivity and decision-making.

Advanced Search and Data Handling

SharePoint’s enterprise-grade search functionality is designed to handle large volumes of data. Employees can quickly locate documents, conversations, or individuals using keywords, metadata, or even the document’s content. SharePoint’s search engine supports indexing, ensuring that relevant information is retrieved swiftly, crucial for managing vast datasets or working in data-heavy environments.

Best Practices for Using SharePoint as a Document Management System

To get the most out of SharePoint, businesses should:

Consistently apply metadata and tags to all documents, making it easier to group and find files.

Define clear permission levels to ensure that only authorized users access sensitive information.

Organize documents by project or department for better navigation.

Enable version control to track changes and avoid confusion when multiple users collaborate on files.

Conclusion

SharePoint offers a powerful, scalable, and customizable document management solution that enhances business efficiency, security, and collaboration. By leveraging features like version control, real-time collaboration, permission management, and integration with other Microsoft tools, businesses can streamline their document workflows and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Whether your business is small or large, SharePoint’s robust platform can meet the evolving document management needs of modern enterprises.

 With features like version control, permission management, real-time collaboration, and workflow automation, it’s an ideal solution for companies of all sizes. Whether you’re looking to improve workflows, boost security, or collaborate more effectively, SharePoint has the tools to meet your needs. Plus, its scalability and integration with other Microsoft tools make it a versatile option as your business grows.

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Microsoft Power Platform makes it easy for businesses to collect, store, organize, analysis, and automate the data analysis process. With the easy integration of data sources like Azure or SQL server, you can set up the data stream with ease. Being a no-code platform, even non-technical people can use the platform to build applications and automate a data stream.

You can also Hire PowerApps developers to build a no-code application or set up the automated data stream using Microsoft Power Platform.

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