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Why Low-Code Breeds Technical Debt

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Low-code promises speed but often brings complexity. Dovydas Grigaitis shares lessons on technical debt, hybrid developer-consultant roles, and Power Platform’s limits. Learn how custom PCF controls and model-driven apps can boost scalability—and why some platforms outshine Power Platform.

🎙️ What You Will Learn:

What happens when low-code platforms promise speed but deliver complexity? In this episode, Dovydas Grigaitis—a seasoned consultant and self-proclaimed Power Platform skeptic—pulls back the curtain on the hidden costs of low-code development. From technical debt to the blurred lines between developers and consultants, Dovydas shares hard-earned lessons and practical insights that challenge conventional wisdom. If you’re building with Power Platform or exploring AI-driven automation, this episode will sharpen your perspective and help you build smarter, more scalable solutions.

🔑 KEY TAKEAWAYS
✅ Low-code isn’t always low-maintenance: Many canvas apps are built without scalable architecture, leading to costly rebuilds and technical debt.
✅ The developer-consultant hybrid is rising: In low-code environments, technical professionals must also be customer-facing to deliver real value.
✅ PCF controls unlock serious potential: From keyboard shortcuts to AI-powered OCR, custom controls can bridge gaps in Power Platform’s native capabilities.
✅ Model-driven apps as backend-as-a-service: With the right setup, developers can build custom React frontends while leveraging Dataverse for security, logic, and hosting.
✅ Flutter Flow vs. Power Platform: Dovydas highlights how other platforms better support transitions from low-code to pro-code development.

🔴 For full Show Notes https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/730

✅ Find Dovydas Online:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dovydasgrigaitis/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DovydasGrigaitis

🔴Resources Mentioned:
👉 PCF Gallery – A community-driven library of Power Platform component framework controls – https://pcf.gallery
👉 Flutter Flow – A visual app builder with exportable code for pro-code development
– https://flutterflow.io
👉 Dataverse – Microsoft’s scalable data platform for model-driven apps – https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/power-apps/maker/data-platform/data-platform-intro

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