"Complexity Ceiling" in Power Apps
The article discusses the challenges faced by developers using Power Apps for complex projects. It highlights issues such as mental model mismatches, tooling gaps, and governance hurdles. The author suggests that Microsoft could improve the platform by enhancing code organization and introducing more controlled constructs.
- ▪Power Apps is effective for rapid prototyping but struggles with complex development tasks.
- ▪Developers face challenges like chaining nested With blocks and lacking real breakpoints.
- ▪There is a significant gap in enterprise compliance that affects makers.
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