Environments
Our solution utilizes three distinct environments within Power Platform: Development, Testing, and Production. The Development environment is where initial coding and development take place, supported by robust version control to ensure code integrity and traceability. The Testing environment is used for rigorous testing to ensure code quality and expected functionality. Finally, the Production environment hosts the live code that is actively used by students.
Power Platform Pipelines
To streamline the movement of code between these environments (DEV – TEST – PROD), we have implemented Power Platform Pipelines. This ensures a smooth and efficient transition of code through each stage, maintaining consistency and reducing the risk of errors. Automation tools and scripts are used to facilitate this process, enhancing efficiency and minimizing manual intervention.
Environment variables
We leverage environment variables to manage our SharePoint sites and lists across different environments. This approach provides us with precise control and flexibility, ensuring that each environment operates with the correct configurations. Environment variables support dynamic configuration, allowing for easy updates and changes without altering the codebase.
Connectors
Our solution employs a smart naming standard for connectors. This naming convention simplifies the process of tracking and reusing the appropriate connectors, enhancing maintainability and clarity. Comprehensive documentation of the naming standards and usage guidelines ensures consistency and ease of understanding for new team members.
Service Account
We have established a dedicated service account for the twins to use with connectors, enhancing security by isolating permissions and reducing credential exposure risks. It simplifies auditing and ensures consistent configuration across environments. Adhering to the principle of least privilege, it grants only necessary permissions, providing clear accountability and preventing identity spoofing. Monitoring tools track the service account’s activities to ensure compliance with security policies.
