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Using TypeScript v5 in SharePoint Framework Projects
While not officially supported, it appears developers can use TypeScript v5.3 in SharePoint Framework projects v1.19 and v1.20. Learn how in this article!
Join me for a free webinar about the SharePoint Framework
Join me for this free webinar to learn the recommended way to customize SharePoint and how to get started creating your first SPFx project in just minutes!
Microsoft Teams App Dev Overview September 2024 Webinar
Are you a web developer, SPFx, Power Apps, or a M365 developer looking to widen your Microsoft Teams developer skills? Join me for a FREE live training!
Use SharePoint brand center fonts in SPFx solutions
Developers can use the fonts defined in the new SharePoint brand center in your custom SharePoint Framework (SPFx) with font slots and font tokens - learn how!
Webpack Magic in SPFx: Optimize Bundles with Code Splitting
Learn how to optimize SharePoint Framework web parts using code splitting techniques with Webpack magic comments for improved performance.
SharePoint Embedded - Interviewed on the M365 Voice Podcast
I joined the M365 Voice podcast this week in episode 121 to talk about SharePoint Embedded an answer some questions of their questions.
Troubleshoot Teams Toolkit Azure Functions Node Macos
Learn how to fix incompatible Node.js version issues with the Azure Functions Core Tools in the Teams Toolkit (TTK) for VS Code when using NVM on macOS.
SharePoint Embedded September 2024 Roadshow - New York & London
Join a SharePoint Embedded exclusive event for developers, architects, & decision makers who want to create document-centric apps with SharePoint Embedded.
Join me at TechCon365 Dallas in November - Teams + Copilot
Join me in Dallas, NOV 11-15, at TechCon365 for 2 workshops + 3 sessions on extending Copilot for M365, and building Microsoft Teams + SharePoint Embedded apps!
Microsoft 365 Developer Podcast - SharePoint Embedded
In this episode of the Microsoft 365 Developer Podcast, number 315, Jeremy Thake catches up with Andrew Connell to learn more about SharePoint Embedded.
Validate Microsoft Entra ID generated OAuth tokens
Learn how to validate OAuth tokens generated by Microsoft Entra ID for securing custom apps or APIs - focus on verifying token authenticity and various claims.
Port Retiring Office 365 Connectors to Microsoft Teams Bots
Learn how to transition from Office 365 Connectors to Microsoft Teams Bots for better security, management, and enhanced capabilities in your Teams channels.
Klarna + Purchase Power Parity Support and Trademarked!
Announcing a new “pay later” option with Klarna, support for Purchase Power Parity (PPP) discounts for over 150 countries, and Voitanos is now trademarked!
Andrew Connell - Microsoft MVP Award Renewed - 20 Years
Last week, while on vacation with family at the beach, Microsoft sent their annual MVP award notices out & I was thrilled to be renewed for the 20th year!
Microsoft Teams App Development OnRamp - FREE Email Course
Are you an SPFx, Power Apps, or Microsoft 365 dev who wants to expand your skills? Explore the world of Microsoft Teams Development with my FREE email course!
Opinion - SharePoint Framework Isn't Ideal for Microsoft Teams Tabs
Explore why the SPFx isn’t ideal for Microsoft Teams apps. Learn about the benefits and downsides, and why a native app development approach may be better.
Secure SPFx Solutions in a Post Isolated Web Part Retirement
Learn how to secure SPFx solutions after Microsoft retires domain-isolated web parts and explore options for hardening your SPFx applications.
Multiple Node.js Installs with NVM and Global Packages
Explore the power of the Node Version Manager (NVM) in managing multiple Node.js installs for diverse SharePoint and Teams Toolkit projects.
How to Fix the SPFx Error: 'Cannot find module node:os'
Learn to fix the SharePoint Framework error ‘Cannot find module node:os’. Understand the root cause and the simple solution: running npm install.
Join me - ESPC in Stockholm in December - Microsoft 365 Dev
Join me, December 2-5 in Stockholm Sweden for the European SharePoint Conference (ESPC)! I’m presenting a workshop & sessions on Teams AppDev and SharePoint Embedded!
Join me - TechCon365 in Washington DC in August - M365 Dev
Join me, August 12-16 in Washington DC for the TechCon365 conference! I’m presenting a workshop & sessions on SPFx, TeamsA Apps, and SharePoint Embedded!
Setting the SharePoint Framework Hosted Workbench Test Site
Why doesn’t the SharePoint hosted workbench load for new projects? You probably forgot to do this one small step when you setup your dev environment.
The Microsoft 365 Full-Stack Developer's Recap to Build 2024
I spent over 40+ hours watching 30+ sessions, keynotes, & reading announcements to gather what Microsoft 365 full-stack developers should know from Build 2024.
SharePoint Framework v1.19 - What's in the Latest SPFx
Learn what I found while picking apart the latest SharePoint Framework (SPFx) release, v1.19. There’s not much in this release, but enough worth covering.