Business Central Development Serie - Part 1: Introduction
This introduction to a development series explains the importance of architecture, best practices, and long-term maintenance for Business Central extensions, addressing gaps that AI tools alone cannot fill. It covers topics like app types, dependency management, testing, performance, and delivery strategies for developers of all experience levels.
post Kine's info
"Development for ERP/Business application is not only one time delivery, but it is a long term commitment to your customers."
Key points
- AI makes it easier to start building Business Central extensions, but it does not cover architecture, delivery or maintenance
- ERP development is a long-term commitment, so solutions must stay maintainable over the years
- Planned parts: using AI, PTE vs AppSource apps, extension architecture, dependency management, development process, testing, performance, delivery and maintenance
- The series is for beginner and experienced developers, with marked sections for consultants, project managers and decision makers
- Use AI as a tool, but understand the code and the consequences of your design choices
Quotes
- “Development for ERP/Business application is not only one time delivery, but it is a long term commitment to your customers.” (Reframes development perspective from short-term to long-term responsibility)
Context
- Features: AI-assisted development, extension architecture, dependency management, CI/CD, code reviews, testing strategies, performance optimization, upgrade handling
Source: Kine’s info, community blog. Summary, key points and quotes are derived (CONTENT-NOTICE.md); read the original for the full text.