Customizing your iTerm prompt on MacOS for Productivity
In my post, I point out that SharePoint Framework development involves new build tools and Node.js, which traditional developers find interesting.
Tuesday, May 2, 2017
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SharePoint Framework Generator Updated to v1.0.2
Did you know the SharePoint team at Microsoft updated the Yeoman generator, @microsoft/generator-sharepoint, twice in the last month? Yeah… I didn’t either until yesterday.
The final version was released on February 23, 2017, as version 1.0.0. They then slipped two more updates in early …
Friday, April 28, 2017
Multiple Node.js Versions with Node Version Manager (NVM)
Learn how using a node version manager (NVM) is a fantastic tool for developers who rely on Node.js… including SharePoint Framework (SPFx) developers!
Wednesday, April 26, 2017
Now Available: Mastering the SharePoint Framework - Starter Bundle
Today I’m thrilled to let you know that the starter bundle of my course, Mastering the SharePoint Framework, is now available!
Monday, March 27, 2017
Followup to the "Building Client-Side Web Parts with the SharePoint Framework" Rencore Webinar
Yesterday I was lucky enough to join THE Waldek Mastycarz in a webinar hosted by Rencore, the guys behind SPCAF! Did you miss the webinar? You can watch a recording of it from their site here: Rencore Webinar: Building Client-Side Web Parts with the SharePoint Framework.
We had a …
Friday, March 24, 2017
Followup to my "Building Client-Side Web Parts with the SharePoint Framework" Rencore Webinar
This article is a follow-up to my recent webinar on “Building Client-Side Web Parts with the SharePoint Framework (SPFx)” with Rencore.
Friday, March 24, 2017
Troubleshooting and Fixing the "Out of the Blue, My SharePoint Framework Projects Won't Build!"
Earlier this week I presented a session at the Atlanta SharePoint User Group on Building Client Side Web Parts with the SharePoint Framework. I had my session planned well in advance, out but wanted to build the demos while they were fresh in my head. Last week I was out of work mode with my …
Thursday, March 23, 2017
Generally Available: SharePoint Framework (v1.0)
Yesterday Microsoft announced that the SharePoint Framework has reached the Generally Available milestone. That means we’re at v1! The development tools have been updated to v1 and the v1 bits are rolling out to Office 365 SharePoint Online tenants now. Microsoft said it will take about a week …
Friday, February 24, 2017
What the SharePoint Framework means to Users
Last week I was in New Orleans presenting at the Nintex InspireX conference on building apps using the microservice approach with containers and Docker. During that week I sat down with Jeremy Thake of Hyperfish to talk about the SharePoint Framework and what it means for end users of SharePoint. …
Thursday, February 23, 2017
What's Next for the SharePoint Framework?
If you are a SharePoint developer doing any work in SharePoint Online and you have held out on taking a look at the SharePoint Framework, now is a good time to start taking a look. We are currently at the release candidate 0 (RC0) and in the coming weeks, we can expect to see the generally …
Monday, February 20, 2017
Following up to my "Introducing the SharePoint Framework Webinar" with LightningTools
This article is a follow-up to my recent webinar on “Introducing the SharePoint Framework (SPFx)” with LightningTools I delivered.
Tuesday, January 31, 2017
Andrew Connell's Insights & Perspectives on Tech Training
Sharing some of my experiences and insights into technical training in a recent interview with Office 365 Developer Podcast co-hosts.
Friday, January 6, 2017
What's Next for Me: Introducing Voitanos OnDemand Courses
Reflections on a Career Journey Teaching SharePoint and Creating Training Content - Author shares their experiences and accomplishments.
Monday, October 31, 2016
Better JS Testing Experience with VS Code and Wallaby.js
Speed up your JavaScript testing in VSCode with Wallaby.js. Wallaby.js automatically runs your tests and see the results without leaving your code files!
Tuesday, September 6, 2016
Debugging Node.js projects with TypeScript and VS Code
In this article, learn how you can debug Node.js projects, written in TypeScript, using VS Code’s native capabilities.
Wednesday, August 10, 2016
Node.js, TypeScript & building to different folders
In this post, I explain how I set up my Node.js projects, written in TypeScript. I’ll share how I build to different folders.
Wednesday, August 10, 2016
Simplify Your Technical Presentations with Docker Containers
I’m presenting at SPTechCon in Boston, demonstrating how to build an Office Add-in for Outlook with Angular 2, using a hands-on approach.
Sunday, June 26, 2016
Understanding Docker and Containerization: An Overview
The post explains the fundamentals of Docker and containerization technology, providing an overview from a different perspective
Sunday, June 26, 2016
Interview: Using Angular with Office Add-ins and UI Fabric
Listen to my interview on the Adventures in Angular podcast, where I discuss using Angular within Office Add-ins and the Office UI Fabric.
Thursday, January 14, 2016
Using Gulp for JavaScript task running and plugin creation
Gulp is a task runner that uses JavaScript to glue plugins and create tasks. Unlike MSBuild, it favors code over configuration.
Saturday, October 31, 2015
OfficeUIFabric.com at v1.0.0 with full release coverage
OfficeUIFabric.com, an open-source project for Office UI Fabric samples, is now at v1.0.0 with full release coverage. Pascal Berger contributed typo fixes.
Tuesday, September 29, 2015
New Resource Site - Demos & Samples for Office UI Fabric
Discover my request for Angular directives for Office UI Fabric and the similarities I’ve observed with other design languages’ directives.
Friday, September 18, 2015
ng-OfficeUIFabric: Angular Directives for Office UI Fabric
Advancing Office UI Fabric integration with Angular through community-driven projects, providing demos and references akin to Bootstrap’s ease of use.
Friday, September 18, 2015
SharePoint as Service vs Platform: A Debate between Author
My post about SharePoint not being a Platform, instead it’s a service SharePoint is a Service sparked discussion. In this post is a rebuttal to feedback.
Wednesday, September 9, 2015