Hello and welcome to Power Platform Space! I’m thrilled to share with you the story behind why I launched this site and what inspires me to keep innovating in the Microsoft Power Platform ecosystem.
In this article, I’ll take you through my career journey and explain how my passion for technology, coupled with a deep background in software development, led to the creation of Power Platform Space.
My Beginnings in CRM and Development
I started my professional journey as a consultant and CRM analyst back in 2010, right after graduating from ESIGELEC, a renowned engineering school in France. The world of packaged solutions was not foreign to me, thanks to my academic background, but I quickly realized that my love for hands-on development was just as strong—if not stronger.
During my first four years, my focus was entirely on CRM projects. However, outside work, I was fascinated by mobile applications. In 2011, I built an app showcasing African cuisine, followed by the first Android Play Store app dedicated to the Africa Cup of Nations in 2012, which reached over 10,000 downloads. These achievements validated my passion for creating mobile experiences and taught me the immense value in bridging CRM and mobile development.
Exploring New Horizons
Armed with these two core competencies—CRM and mobile development—I joined Accenture as a Mobility Consultant. While this role allowed me to expand my knowledge of mobile technologies, it was heavily focused on pre-sales activities. I soon realized I missed the excitement and challenges of hands-on project delivery, which led me to look for opportunities where I could continue building solutions end to end.
I found exactly that in the IT department of a French laboratory, where I combined my CRM and mobile development skills. Here, however, the CRM was not an out-of-the-box solution—it was entirely homegrown, built from scratch using technologies like AngularJS. This experience gave me a deeper insight into web technologies and how to build and customize enterprise systems at scale.
This image above represents how the two worlds (CRM, Mobile Apps) were compartmentalized, technologically speaking, to me before the Power Platform.
Entering the Microsoft Ecosystem
After almost three years, I moved to IBM as a Lead Tech, focused on implementing CRM projects on Microsoft Dynamics 365. Before joining IBM, I had some experience with earlier versions of Dynamics 365, but I was unaware of just how much the platform had evolved. While excited by this new role, I was a bit disappointed about leaving mobile development behind. It felt like a part of my passion was being put on hold.
However, soon after diving into the Microsoft ecosystem, I discovered the Power Platform—particularly Power Apps—and realized just how seamlessly it integrates with Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement. This revelation marked a turning point: Low Code technology could allow me to continue developing mobile-friendly business solutions, all while leveraging my existing experience with the broader Microsoft stack.
Within a few months, I had the chance to build my very first professional Power Apps application for a client during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. This experience was both challenging and incredibly rewarding. Four years on, I can confidently say that I love this game—this is the kind of work that motivates me every day.
Bringing It All Together: Power Platform Space
Today, I’m a Senior Consultant at IBM and a Dynamics 365 and Power Platform Solution Architect. I’m immensely grateful for the opportunities I’ve been given and proud to be part of the vibrant Power Platform community. This is precisely why I decided to share my reflections, best practices, and insights through Power Platform Space.
My goal is to provide a dedicated hub where we can:
1. Discuss the latest Power Platform trends and updates
2. Share lessons learned from real-world projects
3. Explore low-code development, mobile integrations, and best practices in enterprise tech
4. Support and guide each other in this ever-evolving industry
By bringing together my passion for technology, love of coding, and many years of experience delivering CRM and mobile projects, I hope to inspire you to explore the endless possibilities of the Power Platform.
Last words
Thank you for joining me on this journey. Power Platform Space is more than just a blog—it’s a community where we can learn, collaborate, and push the limits of what’s possible with the Microsoft ecosystem. Whether you’re new to the Power Platform or have been building solutions for years, I invite you to stay tuned for more articles, tutorials, and deep dives into all things Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, and beyond.
Stay connected, keep innovating, and welcome to Power Platform Space!
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