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Overview of Power Platform and Copilot Studio reference architectures

Reference architectures are essential frameworks that guide the design and implementation of solutions using Power Platform. By evaluating reference architectures, organizations can build powerful, reliable, and scalable solutions that meet their business needs and drive innovation.

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Streamline document processing with AI Builder Streamline document processing and automate data extraction from various documents such as forms, invoices, and purchase orders.
Perform predictive data analysis with Dataverse, Fabric, and Azure AI services Perform predictive data analysis using Dataverse, Microsoft Fabric, and Azure AI and learn best practices for data ingestion, model training, and visualization, enabling you to build robust predictive models and actionable insights.
Integrate legacy data with Power Automate and SharePoint Streamline the process of integrating legacy data with modern platforms.
Use Dataverse background operations Use custom APIs to define custom messages and implement business logic through plug-ins, allowing for background processing that eliminates the need for a persistent connection during execution.
Secure Power Platform access to Azure resources Use Microsoft Azure Virtual Network support for Power Platform to integrate Power Platform with resources inside your virtual network without exposing them to the public internet.
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​Integrate Microsoft Fabric Lakehouse data using Dataverse virtual tables Gather data from multiple internal systems into a Microsoft Fabric Lakehouse, and consume the data in Power Platform apps and automations using Dataverse virtual tables.
Use REST APIs to extend the functionality of canvas apps When dealing with complex algorithms or with many data sources shifting the logic from the canvas app to a RESTful API can be a good choice to help keep your formulas within your Power Apps canvas application simple while moving more complex functionality server-side.
Use Dataverse as a data source for canvas apps​ Creating a Power Apps application that uses Dataverse as a data source can enable building a more custom user experience.
Reduce infrastructure challenges with hosted RPA in Power Automate​ Learn how to use the Hosted RPA feature to decrease the time and effort required for procuring, provisioning, operationalizing, and maintaining infrastructure to support robotic process automations.