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Understanding SharePoint List Types: A Guide for Developers

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SharePoint lists are a cornerstone of SharePoint’s functionality, providing a versatile way to store, organize, and manage data. Whether you’re building a complex application or designing a simple data tracker, understanding the various list types in SharePoint and their potential use cases is crucial for developers. Let’s explore the different types of SharePoint lists, delve …

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Should I Use SharePoint List as a Database?

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SharePoint lists are a familiar feature for many organizations, especially those leveraging Microsoft 365. They’re incredibly flexible and often find themselves at the center of lightweight applications and data tracking needs. But how far can you stretch their capabilities? Could they serve as a database? Let’s dive into the pros, cons, and practical scenarios to …

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ChatGPT vs. GitHub Copilot: Comprehensive Comparison

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The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has introduced revolutionary tools that cater to a variety of professional and personal needs. Among these tools, OpenAI’s ChatGPT and GitHub’s Copilot have gained significant attention. While both are powered by advanced AI models, their functionalities and applications cater to different user bases. This blog aims to provide a …

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How to Escape Apostrophes in SharePoint REST Queries

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When working with SharePoint REST APIs, special characters like apostrophes can often disrupt query execution. These seemingly small characters can cause syntax errors, broken queries, and unexpected behavior if not properly handled. This blog delves into how to escape apostrophes in SharePoint REST queries, providing detailed explanations, practical examples, real-life scenarios, a discussion of pros …

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Rendering SharePoint List Extensions for Specific List Templates

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SharePoint Framework (SPFx) extensions provide a powerful way to customize and enhance SharePoint lists and libraries. However, there are scenarios where you want to render your SPFx list extensions (like Command Sets, Field Customizers, or Application Customizers) only for specific types of list templates. This is achievable by modifying the ClientSideInstance.xml and elements.xml files in …

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Understanding SharePoint Hub Sites: Concepts and Practices

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What Are SharePoint Hub Sites? SharePoint Hub Sites are designed to connect and organize multiple SharePoint sites into a unified structure. This feature is particularly beneficial for improving navigation, enhancing search functionality, and maintaining consistent branding across related sites. Hub Sites are ideal for grouping projects, departments, or business units, enabling streamlined collaboration and content …

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How to Add Users to SharePoint Group with PowerShell

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Managing permissions and group memberships in SharePoint is critical for effective collaboration and security. Automating the process of adding users to SharePoint groups using PowerShell can save time and reduce manual errors. In this blog, we’ll explore how to do this step by step, with practical use cases and sample scripts. Prerequisites Before diving into …

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How to Create a SharePoint Site Using Power Automate

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Overview Power Automate is a powerful tool in the Microsoft ecosystem that enables users to automate tasks and processes with ease. One common scenario is automating the creation of SharePoint sites. Whether you’re setting up project sites, department hubs, or collaboration spaces, Power Automate can streamline the process, saving time and reducing the risk of …

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How to Copy Files from One Site to Another Using Power Automate

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Overview Microsoft Power Automate is a powerful tool that enables users to automate tasks and processes across various Microsoft 365 applications. One common use case is copying files from one SharePoint site to another. This blog will provide an overview of Power Automate, explain why it is ideal for such tasks, and offer a detailed …

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PnPJs .getAll() Function to get all list items Explained

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The .getAll() function in PnPjs is used to retrieve all items from a SharePoint list or library in a paginated manner. SharePoint lists often have a threshold limit (commonly 5000 items) that restricts how many items can be retrieved in a single request. .getAll() overcomes this limitation by making multiple requests in the background and …

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