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Introduction: The Evolution from Automation to Intelligence Imagine a world where your software tools don’t just do what you tell them but actually understand what you need and take action on your behalf. That’s precisely where we’re headed with the rise of Agentic AI. To break it down, most automation tools today are rule-based. You […]

Introduction to DevSecOps DevSecOps is the evolution of DevOps with a focused integration of security throughout the software development lifecycle (SDLC). It promotes a cultural and technical shift by “shifting security left,”  integrating security early in the CI/CD pipeline instead of treating it as an afterthought. While DevOps engineers focus on speed, automation, and reliability, […]

Optimizely provides powerful tools that make it easy to build, release, and manage cloud infrastructure efficiently. Optimizely Mission Control Access To use this tool, an Opti ID is required. Once you have an Opti ID, request that your organization grants access to your user account. Alternatively, you can raise a ticket with the Optimizely Support […]

Want to trigger Power Automate flows from anywhere using just a URL—even from a Python script? Whether you’re working with automation scripts, web apps, or external systems, Power Automate makes it easy to integrate workflows using HTTP requests. In this guide, you’ll learn how to set up a flow that can be triggered via URL—step by […]

Meet Erin Zapata, a Practice Director based in Chicago, Illinois, whose empowering leadership and commitment to professional development have made a difference for Perficient’s Microsoft Business Unit (BU). As a member of Perficient’s Women in Technology (WiT) Employee Resource Group (ERG), Erin is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace that fosters meaningful connections. […]

In SharePoint Online, folders are still widely used to organize content – mainly in document libraries where projects or departments are grouped at the top-level. However, when users want to apply a SharePoint Document Library filter by folder name, the platform lacks built-in support. Image: “SharePoint Document Library with Top-level Folders”   In one of […]

Abstract We live in a time when automating processes is no longer a luxury, but a necessity for any team that wants to remain competitive. But automation has evolved. It is  no longer just about executing repetitive tasks, but about creating solutions that understand context, learn over time, and make smarter decisions. In this blog, […]

In this blog, we’ll walk through how to use Eventstream in Microsoft Fabric to capture events triggered by Power Automate and store them in a Lakehouse table. Whether you’re building dashboards, triggering insights, or analyzing user interactions, this integration provides a powerful way to bridge business logic with analytics. 1. Create a Power Automate Flow to Post Data Start by […]

AI this, AI that. It seems like everyone is trying to shoehorn AI into everything even if it doesn’t make sense. Many of the use cases I come across online are either not a fit for AI or could be easily done without it. However, below I explore a use case that is not only […]

Introduction to Copilot for Power Platform Microsoft Copilot is a revolutionary AI-powered tool for Power Platform, designed to streamline the development process and enhance the intelligence of your applications. This learning path will take you through the fundamentals of Copilot and its integration with Power Apps, Power Automate, Power Virtual Agents, and AI Builder. Copilot […]

Digital transformation in insurance isn’t slowing down. But here’s the good news: agents aren’t being replaced by technology. They’re being empowered by it. Agents are more essential than ever in delivering value. For insurance leaders making strategic digital investments, the opportunity lies in enabling agents to deliver personalized, efficient, and human-centered experiences at scale. Drawing […]

Azure Firewall, a managed, cloud-based network security service, is an essential component of Azure’s security offerings. It comes in three different versions – Basic, Standard, and Premium – each designed to cater to a wide range of customer use cases and preferences. This blog post will provide a comprehensive comparison of these versions, discuss best […]