Dataverse FAQs

Question 1

What is Dataverse and its primary function?

Accepted Answer

Dataverse is a server designed for programmatic schema management of Microsoft Dataverse environments. It enables you to create, update, and delete tables, columns, relationships, and global option sets directly via API.

Question 2

What specific Dataverse schema elements can I manage with this tool?

Accepted Answer

You can manage custom tables (create, update, delete, list), an extensive range of column types (e.g., String, Integer, Lookup, Picklist, DateTime), one-to-many and many-to-many relationships, and the full lifecycle of global option sets.

Question 3

How does Dataverse ensure secure access to my Dataverse environment?

Accepted Answer

Dataverse utilizes secure client credentials authentication, configured through an Azure Active Directory app registration. This provides robust and controlled API access to your Dataverse environment.

Question 4

Can Dataverse be used for automating Dataverse environment deployments?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Dataverse is specifically designed to streamline the programmatic configuration and deployment of Dataverse schemas. It's ideal for automating environment setup, updates, and maintenance tasks efficiently.

Question 5

What are the key prerequisites for using Dataverse?

Accepted Answer

To use Dataverse, you'll need access to a Microsoft Dataverse environment, an Azure Active Directory app registration, and its corresponding client ID, client secret, and tenant ID for authentication purposes.

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