Preface

If you’ve been looking for a way to unlock the potential of Microsoft Power Platform and take your career as a solutions architect to the next level, then look no further—this practical guide covers it all.

This second edition of the Microsoft Power Platform Solutions Architect’s Handbook is fully updated to cover the modern demands of the role. Its comprehensive coverage ranges from foundational best practices such as fit gap analysis and leading design processes to architecting the next generation of intelligent business applications with AI and Copilot. You’ll also master the critical skills of enterprise governance, including application lifecycle management (ALM), defining robust security models, and establishing a Center of Excellence (CoE) to ensure long-term success and adoption.

The book takes a hands-on approach by guiding you through a fictional case study throughout, allowing you to apply what you learn as you learn it. At the end of the handbook, you’ll discover a set of mock exam questions for you to embed your progress and prepare for the PL-600 Microsoft certification.

Whether you want to learn how to work with Power Platform or want to take your skills from the intermediate to advanced level, this book will help you achieve that and ensure that you’re able to add value to your organization as an expert solutions architect.