Abra Aden
Kensington
Summary
- Extensive background in architecting, developing, and deploying enterprise-grade solutions leveraging SharePoint, Power Platform, and Dynamics 365 ecosystems.
- Skilled in designing custom SharePoint components, building both Canvas and Model-driven Power Apps (including embedded experiences), and configuring Power Automate flows to streamline automation and enable data connectivity.
- Strong expertise in SharePoint customization with SPFx, React/TypeScript, and C#, complemented by advanced work using SharePoint Designer, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Adept at working with diverse business stakeholders, gathering requirements, and translating them into secure, high-performing solutions that meet organizational needs.
- Experienced in conducting user enablement and adoption programs, delivering training, and providing ongoing support to maximize the impact of SharePoint and Power Platform solutions.
- Committed to continuous professional growth and staying current with Microsoft 365, Power Platform, and Copilot Studio capabilities to deliver modern, AI-enhanced solutions.
- Proven record of creating intranet portals, document management systems, and automating workflows with Power Automate, including advanced branching and exception handling.
- Proficient in Dynamics 365 development with hands-on plugin customization using C#, Dataverse entity modeling, and relationship configuration for scalable apps.
- Strong experience building data models, DAX calculations, and Dataverse integrations to drive advanced analytics and Power BI dashboards.
- Skilled at delivering intuitive Power Apps with user-centric interfaces, leveraging reusable components, variables, and nested galleries for optimized performance.
- Integration-focused mindset with experience connecting SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, Dynamics 365, and external APIs to support seamless data flow and collaboration.
- Deep knowledge of Dataverse security, including role-based access, business rules, and PCF control implementation to extend functionality.
- Proficient in automating repetitive business tasks with RPA and designing resilient Power Automate flows using try-catch logic for fault tolerance.
- Skilled in ETL development, integrating structured and unstructured data sources, and applying analytics for business intelligence and decision-making.
- Extensive practice implementing enterprise security models using Azure Active Directory, enforcing authentication and role-based policies across M365 and Power Platform.
- Experienced in lifecycle management with Azure DevOps, implementing CI/CD pipelines, version control, and controlled release cycles for DEV/TEST/PROD environments.
- Skilled in extending application functionality through Azure Functions, building scalable serverless components and integrating them with APIs and external services.
- Proficient in managing agile delivery cycles using Jira and Azure DevOps, enabling sprint planning, backlog tracking, and cross-team collaboration for successful delivery.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
POWER PLATFORM/DYNAMICS DEVELOPER
Capital One Financial Corporation
03.2024 - Current
- Designed enterprise SharePoint implementations, including portals, content management systems, and automated workflows, enabling streamlined collaboration and knowledge sharing.
- Developed robust Power Apps (Canvas and Model-driven), embedding Canvas functionality within Model-driven forms to provide a modern, cohesive user experience.
- Automated business processes using Power Automate flows that managed data synchronization, multi-level approvals, and real-time notifications.
- Built sophisticated Power Apps with interactive UI patterns, components, and reusable templates to enhance scalability and process optimization.
- Configured resilient Power Automate solutions integrated with Dynamics 365 and SharePoint, using error-handling logic to guarantee process reliability.
- Extended platform functionality through API integrations and custom connectors, ensuring interoperability with external line-of-business applications.
- Delivered Dynamics 365 enhancements including custom plugins in C#, Dataverse modeling, and relationship mapping for business-critical applications.
- Designed and optimized ETL processes, crafted DAX-based calculations, and modeled Dataverse entities to support secure and efficient analytics.
- Unified SharePoint, Teams, and Dynamics 365 environments, fostering collaborative access to synchronized business data.
- Leveraged diverse data sources including SQL, SharePoint lists, Excel, and Dataverse for adaptable and integrated solutions.
- Partnered with stakeholders to elicit detailed requirements, tailoring Power Platform and Dynamics solutions to meet business expectations.
- Acted as a technical advisor, guiding delivery teams through solution design, development, and deployment.
- Conducted functional testing, troubleshooting, and defect resolution to ensure enterprise-grade reliability.
- Provided user enablement sessions to drive effective adoption of Power Platform, Dynamics 365, SharePoint, and Copilot Studio applications.
- Led and participated in code reviews, aligning solutions with organizational development standards and industry best practices.
- Supplied continuous support and iterative improvements to sustain high system availability and user satisfaction.
SHAREPOINT/POWER PLATFORM DEVELOPER
American Express Bank
06.2021 - 02.2024
- Created business-critical Power Apps (Canvas and Model-driven) to optimize workflows, improve usability, and automate end-to-end operations.
- Built robust Power BI dashboards and applied advanced measures to empower leadership with real-time insights for strategic decision-making.
- Integrated APIs with Dynamics 365 CRM and Dataverse to achieve streamlined data consolidation and cross-platform interoperability.
- Embedded Canvas apps within Model-driven environments to improve flexibility, creating customized front-end experiences and seamless navigation.
- Enhanced Canvas applications with custom-built components and nested galleries, boosting functionality and interactivity.
- Designed modern interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for responsive, user-centric application design.
- Delivered Model-driven apps aligned with evolving business rules, ensuring support for complex, adaptable workflows.
- Oversaw ETL and data migration efforts into Dataverse, ensuring clean, consistent, and secure data movement from legacy platforms.
- Automated workflows and notifications with Power Automate, reducing manual tasks and ensuring accuracy across operations.
- Enforced secure authentication and access governance by integrating Azure Active Directory into enterprise applications.
- Designed scalable Dataverse data models and optimized entity relationships for improved application performance and reporting accuracy.
- Leveraged Dataverse for consistent data management across Dynamics 365, Power Platform, and third-party integrations.
- Developed collaborative SharePoint solutions, including sites and libraries, to enhance enterprise-wide content and document control.
- Automated SharePoint workflows through Power Automate, providing seamless process flows and faster approvals.
- Delivered structured training sessions on Power Platform and Power Virtual Agents (Copilot Studio) to drive adoption of intelligent chatbots and digital assistants.
- Applied comprehensive security frameworks including encryption, DLP, RBAC, and multifactor authentication to ensure compliance and protect sensitive data.
SHAREPOINT/POWER PLATFORM DEVELOPER
The Home Depot, Inc.
05.2018 - 05.2021
- Oversaw SharePoint migration from 2013 to Online using ShareGate, maintaining data accuracy, permissions, and navigation structures.
- Developed SPFx components with React and Office UI Fabric, introducing dynamic web parts that improved collaboration.
- Modernized data capture by embedding Power Apps into SharePoint lists, replacing InfoPath with adaptive, user-friendly forms.
- Automated core administrative tasks using PowerShell for site provisioning, permission reviews, and compliance reporting.
- Built document libraries with metadata-driven classification, tailored views, and custom navigation schemes.
- Migrated Nintex workflows into Power Automate, designing conditional logic, approval processes, and notification flows.
- Extended automation capabilities with Graph API integrations, supporting tasks like calendar updates and automated messaging.
- Implemented hub and team site structures using JSON-based templates and unified navigation for consistent user experiences.
- Produced Power BI dashboards connected to SharePoint logs to track adoption trends, user activity, and governance metrics.
- Enhanced SharePoint list and view designs through JSON formatting, applying conditional styles and visual indicators.
- Increased SharePoint Online performance with indexed lists, optimized filters, and well-structured content types.
- Applied governance frameworks through audits, inheritance checks, and role-based access validation across the tenant.
Skills
- SharePoint: SharePoint 2010–2019, Online
- Microsoft Stack: Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, Forms, Teams, Yammer, InfoPath, SharePoint Designer, Azure DevOps
- Third-Party Tools: ShareGate, Nintex Workflows
- Data Sources: SQL Server, Dataverse, Excel, SharePoint Lists, CSV
- Languages & Tools: C#, NET, JavaScript, PowerShell, C
- Web Development: HTML, CSS, REST API
- Delivery Approach: Agile/Scrum methodologies
Education Certifications
- Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Not Provided, Not Provided
- Microsoft Certified Power Platform Developer Associate, Not Provided
Timeline
POWER PLATFORM/DYNAMICS DEVELOPER
Capital One Financial Corporation
03.2024 - Current
SHAREPOINT/POWER PLATFORM DEVELOPER
American Express Bank
06.2021 - 02.2024
SHAREPOINT/POWER PLATFORM DEVELOPER
The Home Depot, Inc.
05.2018 - 05.2021
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