What is NPM Link? NPM Link is a built-in feature of Node Package Manager (NPM) that allows developers to create symbolic links between a globally installed package and a local project. This makes it possible to work on an NPM package locally while testing it in another project without having to publish it to the …
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If you’ve ever worked on front-end development or automation, you’ve likely heard of Gulp. It’s one of the most popular task runners that simplifies repetitive tasks like minification, compilation, unit testing, and live reloading. But where does Gulp CLI fit into the picture? How do they work together, and do you actually need both? Let’s …
If you’ve ever worked with large SharePoint lists, you’ve probably encountered the dreaded list throttling issue. Suddenly, your queries stop working, your scripts throw errors, and users start complaining. But what exactly is list throttling? Why does it happen? And most importantly, how can you avoid it? In this article, we’ll break down everything you …
What is “Save Site as Template” in SharePoint? The “Save Site as Template” feature in SharePoint allows users to create a reusable template based on an existing site. This template can be used to replicate the structure, content types, lists, libraries, and some settings of the original site, making it easier to standardize site creation …
What is Gulp? Gulp is an open-source JavaScript task runner that automates repetitive tasks in development workflows. It helps developers handle tasks like minification, compilation, linting, testing, and browser reloading efficiently. Unlike other task runners, Gulp uses a code-over-configuration approach, making it more readable and easier to set up. It processes tasks using Node.js streams, …
Managing user permissions efficiently is crucial in any SharePoint environment. One of the common dilemmas administrators face is choosing between SharePoint Groups and Active Directory (AD) Groups for managing permissions. Both have their strengths and weaknesses, and understanding when to use each is essential for optimizing security and administration. What is a SharePoint Group? SharePoint …
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When working with SharePoint lists, you might find yourself in a situation where you need to attach files to a list item. This is especially useful for document approvals, storing additional details, or just keeping relevant files together. Thankfully, SharePoint provides multiple ways to achieve this, including the SharePoint REST API, PnPjs, and PnP PowerShell. …
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Hey there, SharePoint enthusiasts! Today, we’re diving into something super practical and often-requested—uploading files to SharePoint using the REST API. We’ll explore two approaches: one using plain ol’ JavaScript and another using PnPjs (a delightful library for simplifying SharePoint operations). I’ll also walk you through an example application in React, just to show how all …
SharePoint REST API File Uploads Using JavaScript and PnPjs Read More »
Imagine you’ve just completed a major project in SharePoint, and now it’s time to secure the site so that only you have access. Maybe you’re preparing a site for migration, shutting it down, or ensuring compliance by restricting access to sensitive data. Whatever the case, locking down a SharePoint site collection can be crucial. In …
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When working with SharePoint data, performance is key. Imagine needing to update thousands of items in a list—doing this one by one is a nightmare. This is where PnP Batching Queries come in! Whether you’re using an older version of PnP JS or the latest release, batching allows you to perform multiple operations in a …
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