Microsoft 365 and SharePoint Online Cookbook: A complete guide to Microsoft Office 365 apps including SharePoint, Power Platform, Copilot and more
, Second Edition
Mahajan
Scott Brewster
Sudeep Ghatak
Nate Chamberlain
Enhance collaboration and productivity using SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive, Viva, Planner, and Microsoft Forms
Automate processes, build apps, bots, and dashboards with Power Automate (with RPA), Power Apps, Copilot Studio, and Power BI
Harness Copilot, the new AI virtual assistant, for seamless support in your everyday tasks
Description
Microsoft 365 offers tools for content management, communication, process automation, and report creation. Microsoft 365 and SharePoint Online Cookbook maximizes workplace collaboration and productivity using SharePoint Online, Teams, OneDrive, Delve, M365 Search, Copilot, Power Platform, Viva, Planner, and Microsoft Forms.
You will find thoroughly updated recipes for SharePoint Online, covering sites, lists, libraries, pages, web parts, and learn SharePoint Framework (SPFx) basics for building solutions. You will explore many Microsoft Teams recipes to prepare it to be your organization’s central collaboration hub. You will be able to unlock Power Platform potential with recipes for Power Apps to enable low-code/no-code app development and learn to automate tasks with Power Automate and Power Automate Desktop. The book teaches you data visualization with Power BI, and chatbot creation with Power Virtual Agents (Copilot Studio). Finally, you will also learn about the cutting-edge Copilot and Gen AI functionality in Microsoft 365 and Power Platform. By the end, you will be equipped with skills to effectively use Microsoft 365, SharePoint Online, and the Power Platform.
Whether it's enhancing career prospects or improving business operations, this book is a perfect companion on your journey through the Microsoft Office 365 suite.
Who is this book for?
This cookbook caters to professionals stepping into the world of Microsoft 365 and SharePoint Online. It is tailored for a broad spectrum of skillsets including general business professionals, IT administrators, and enterprise architects who are newcomers to Microsoft 365, offering valuable insights for establishing a contemporary, digital workplace effectively.
What you will learn
Collaborate effectively with SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive, Delve, Search, and Viva
Boost creativity and productivity with Microsoft Copilot
Develop and deploy custom applications using Power Apps
Create custom bots using Power Virtual Agents (Copilot Studio)
Integrate with other apps, automate workflows and repetitive processes with Power Automate/Desktop (RPA)
Design reports and engaging dashboards with Power BI
Utilize Planner, To Do, and gather feedback with polls and surveys in Microsoft Forms
Experience seamless integration in the mobile platform
This book does a great job going into the details surrounding Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, Power Platform, and CoPilot in M365 and the Power Platform. The pacing of the book stands out as it begins with discussing the platform(s), interfaces, and key words and then dives into configuration, permissions, etc.
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Adam CliffordApr 19, 2024
5
This book makes it easy to find and perform common tasks in SharePoint, OneDrive, and Teams with some Copilot and power automate content added in as well.The recipe concept is great with each entry broken down into “Getting Ready”, “How to do it”, and “How it works” it’s an excellent go to reference to get additional info on configurations and I really appreciate they that take the time to explain why why’s and just not the how’s as so often is the case.This will definitely.l stay on my reference shelf for all future SharePoint projects!!
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Ayon RoyMay 30, 2024
5
As a dedicated user of the Microsoft 365 ecosystem for my day-to-day activities, I was on the lookout for a comprehensive resource that combines the power of AI with the full potential of Microsoft 365. That's when I discovered the “Microsoft 365 and SharePoint Online Cookbook” by Gaurav Mahajan, Sudeep Ghatak, Nate Chamberlain, and Scott Brewster.Reading through this book was an eye-opener! 🌟 The level of functionality within the Microsoft 365 ecosystem is astounding, and I realized I've only been scratching the surface. Here are some key takeaways from the book that blew me away:Microsoft 365 Ecosystem Overview: The book begins with a thorough overview of the ecosystem, highlighting the incredible capabilities of SharePoint. From creating sites and managing documents with ease to adding applications, creating subsites, and organizing everything through lists and libraries, SharePoint truly allows you to build your own mini-universe.Advanced Use of OneDrive and Teams: I learned advanced techniques for leveraging OneDrive and Teams. For instance, I added a GitHub connector to my Teams chat, making it super easy to track activities directly from my workspace.Power Automate: The step-by-step guide on Power Automate was particularly enlightening. This workflow engine helps you create automated workflows with existing services, simplifying daily tasks significantly.Power Apps: The book delves into building custom applications using Power Apps. The setup process in Power Apps Studio is straightforward, allowing you to connect to your business data effortlessly.Power BI: I also refreshed my knowledge of Power BI, learning how to harness its functionalities and embed reports on SharePoint pages seamlessly.AI Integration with Copilot: As an AI enthusiast, I was thrilled to explore how Copilot can enhance the Power Platform. The book provides valuable resources on using Copilot to build apps through conversations and generate/edit DAX in Power BI.Overall, this book is a fantastic guide for anyone looking to maximize their use of the Microsoft 365 ecosystem, enriched with powerful integrations and AI functionalities that can transform your daily workflow. Highly recommended for both beginners and advanced users looking to unlock the full potential of Microsoft 365!
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Gerry O. BrienAug 18, 2024
5
I've read many "cookbook" style books in the past only to be left less than satisfied with lack of real content. Sure, you can put together step-by-step instructions as a "recipe", but they don't offer much beyond simply following instructions.This book differs because it tells you about the feature first, why it is used and why it is important. Then you work through an exercise to implement the feature. Finally, the all important summarization of what you did, how you did it, and why you did it, completes the actual learning process.Highly recommended.
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Thomas RiceApr 09, 2024
5
The second edition of the "Microsoft 365 and SharePoint Online Cookbook" is highly praised and recommended for individuals engaged with SharePoint and the Power Platform. It is recognized as a crucial resource in the vast landscape of technology learning materials, particularly valuable for its practical guidance on using various Microsoft Office 365 applications. The book focuses on SharePoint Online, Power Platform, and Copilot, offering a straightforward and user-friendly approach. It provides a structured learning path, with early chapters dedicated to SharePoint, followed by sections on OneDrive, Teams, Power Automate, Power Apps, Power BI, and concluding with Copilot and the Power Platform. With 610 pages of content, this book is seen as a go-to reference that readers will continually find useful and is a cherished addition to my personal library.
Ajay Mahajan is a distinguished member of technical staff (DMTS) at Wipro Technologies and currently is in the role of chief technologist of the retail vertical. In his current role, he helps customers adopt cloud-native and digital architecture for next-generation retail applications. He worked with retail and banking clients in Europe and the USA on large-scale mission-critical systems. He has seen the evolution of enterprise Java from the Netscape Application Server to servlets/JSP, JEE, Spring, and now the cloud and microservices during the course of 19 years of working on Java platform.
Scott Brewster is a Microsoft 365 Solutions Architect. He has supported numerous government clients focusing on SharePoint and Microsoft 365 since 2008. His focus is on security, administration, migration, governance, and training. Scott has been speaking at conferences and user groups since 2010 and runs the SharePoint User Group of DC.
Sudeep Ghatak is a Microsoft MVP in Business Applications and a frequent contributor to the Power Automate Community forum. He works as a Principal Architect in Christchurch, New Zealand and loves designing solutions based on Office 365 and the Azure platform. He is a certified Solutions Developer (MCSD) and holds a postgraduate degree in instrumentation engineering. He is an active member of the Microsoft community and often seen speaking at user groups and conferences in New Zealand.
Nate Chamberlain is a Microsoft 365 expert from Kansas City, Missouri, specializing in training, business analysis, and Power Platform solution development. As a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) and Project Management Professional (PMP), he empowers individuals and organizations to maximize Microsoft 365 tools, including SharePoint, Power Platform, and Microsoft Teams.
Nate regularly contributes to the tech community through his books, website, and YouTube channel, sharing content and tutorials that have amassed millions of views, making complex topics more accessible.
Outside his professional endeavors, Nate volunteers at the Kansas City Zoo and Aquarium as a docent, educating visitors about wildlife and conservation.
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