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Exam ID : PL-100

Exam Name : Microsoft Power Platform App Maker



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.



Design solutions (10-15%)

Create solutions (55-60%)

Analyze and visualize data (5-10%)

Implement and manage solutions (15-20%)



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