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create-power-app

Scaffold Power Apps code applications with React and Vite.

483|135|Updated May 8, 2025
Search Tags:#deployment#react#scaffolding#vite#dataverse#power apps#code app
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/microsoft/PowerAppsCodeApps --skill create-power-app
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Skill: create-power-app
Source: https://github.com/microsoft/PowerAppsCodeApps/tree/main/plugin/power-apps-plugin/skills/create-power-app
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/microsoft/PowerAppsCodeApps --skill create-power-app

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the creation and deployment of custom web applications within Power Apps, leveraging modern web technologies like React and Vite.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Project Scaffolding: Quickly set up new Power Apps code app projects using pre-configured templates.
  • Data Integration: Seamlessly connect to and utilize Power Platform data sources like Dataverse.
  • Deployment: Build and deploy your code app directly to the Power Platform environment.
  • Use Case: You need to build a new internal tool for your sales team to manage customer leads. This Skill will help you scaffold the project, connect it to your existing Dataverse customer table, and deploy it as a Power App.

Quick Start

Use the create-power-app skill to scaffold a new Power Apps code app named 'Customer Manager'.

Frequently Asked Questions about create-power-app

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I build a Power Apps code app with React and Vite?▼

You can build a Power Apps code app with React and Vite by using this Skill to scaffold the project, integrate Dataverse data sources, and deploy directly to the Power Platform environment.

Can I connect my React Power App to Dataverse data sources?▼

Yes, you can connect your React Power App to Dataverse data sources. This Skill facilitates data source integration to seamlessly connect and utilize Power Platform data within your custom web application.

Do I need the Power Platform CLI to deploy code apps?▼

Yes, deploying code apps requires the Power Platform CLI (pac), alongside Node.js, npm, and Git, to scaffold the project and push it to the Power Platform environment.

What is the best way to scaffold a Power Apps project for an internal tool?▼

The best way to scaffold a Power Apps project for an internal tool is using this Skill to generate a pre-configured React and Vite template, connect Dataverse data sources, and deploy to the Power Platform.

Does this Skill support deploying to Power Platform environments?▼

Yes, this Skill supports deploying to Power Platform environments by building the React and Vite project and pushing the code app directly to the target environment using the Power Platform CLI.

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