Begin Programming in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Name: Begin Programming in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
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A programming course for beginners interested in exploring Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.

Created byDorin Bîrsan

Last updated 5/2026

English

What you'll learn

Learn to configure Visual Studio Code and install Business Central.
Develop skills to create and modify or extend Business Central objects such as tables and pages.
Learn to create basic reports using RDLC and Word for effective data presentation.
Explore more complex topics like implementing page background tasks and creating API pages.
Discover how to integrate Business Central with Azure Functions to enhance functionality.

Course content

8 sections • 39 lectures • 4h 11m total length

Introduction1:03

Installing Business Central on Docker Desktop5:23
Creating a Business Central Docker Container with an artifact timeout download1:32
Installing Visual Studio Code and publish a Hello World project7:17
(Alternative) Install Business Central On-Premise from the Microsoft Install Kit9:00
Publishing your App to a Business Central Sandbox2:04
Upload Extension to an Online Production Environment1:48
Introduction to the app.json file4:08
The Object Browser3:05
Using code snippets in AL6:47
Getting Started - Quiz

Table Types By Functional Use7:17
Exploring table triggers11:28
Most Common Page Types6:51
Exploring page triggers6:56
Developing tables, pages and extensions15:02
Creating a Count FlowField4:28
Creating a Sum FlowField1:27
Creating a Exist FlowField1:37
Creating a Lookup FlowField1:46
Using Calcfields on FlowFields1:59
Creating Page Views2:53
Create customized views on list pages by adding a blocked boolean field to the cart and configuring Active Cars (not blocked) and Blocked Cars filters.
Adding an action to a page6:50
Promoting an action2:42
Tables and Pages Quiz

Exploring Report Triggers10:52
Explore report triggers in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central by counting sales headers and lines using on pre report, on post report, on pre data item, and on after getrecord.
Creating a basic RDLC report10:25
Creating a basic WORD report9:17
Creating a processing-only report8:34
Learn how processing only reports run in the background without visible output. Create a simple example with a sales line extension and a processing only report that updates the field.
Reports Quiz
Creating Queries in the AL Code8:33
Using Queries to Load Data into Pages with a Temporary Source6:45
Learn to use queries to load data into a page with a temporary source, building a buffer table, and displaying results from the query.
Queries Quiz

Introduction to working with namespaces6:28
Explore how namespaces organize AL code into logical groups and control visibility, and learn how the using statement extends access to objects across namespaces in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.
Creating a custom ruleset5:09
Create a custom json ruleset to override overflow and unused procedure warnings in a Dynamics 365 Business Central project, activate it in settings, and enforce errors for cleaner, consistent code.
Implementing page background tasks12:22
Creating a custom API Page & perform CRUD operations on-premise10:11
Creating an Azure Account0:31
Accessing a custom API Page with OAuth 2.0 in a BC Sandbox9:31
Register an Azure app, obtain an OAuth 2.0 token, and call a custom API page in a Business Central sandbox using Postman and VS Code.
Integrating Business Central with Azure Functions17:39
Merge business central with azure functions by creating a dotnet http triggered function app, deploying via Visual Studio Code, and calling it from AL to reverse a name.
Upper Beginner Programming Quiz

Requirements

To get the most out of this course, you’ll need a computer with internet access to set up and practice in Business Central environments, along with fundamental programming knowledge, a proactive mindset, and a willingness to engage in hands-on learning!

Description

Welcome to "Begin Programming in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central"!

This course is designed for beginners eager to learn how to extend and customize an existing Business Central solution. You'll explore a wide range of tools and techniques to create impactful customizations in Business Central.

Starting with the basics, we’ll guide you through setting up your development environment, creating your first project, and building foundational skills. From there, you'll progress to more advanced topics, including page background tasks and integrating Business Central with Azure functions.

This course offers a balanced pace, with step-by-step guidance to ensure you gain confidence as you proceed.

Key topics we’ll cover include:

Getting Started

Installing Business Central on Docker Desktop
Initiating a Business Central project in Visual Studio Code
Discover the app.json file & the object browser
Using code snippets effectively

Begin Programming in Business Central

Developing tables and pages
Creating basic reports (RDLC, Word and Processing-Only)

Upper Beginner Programming

Implementing page background tasks
Creating a custom API Page & perform CRUD operations on-premise
+ accessing the custom API Page with OAuth 2.0 in a Business Central Sandbox
Integrating Business Central with Azure Functions

Let’s dive into these topics together and unlock the potential of Dynamics Business Central programming!

Important: This course is not intended to prepare you for the MB-820 Certification. Instead, it focuses on practical, real-world concepts to support you in your day-to-day work as a Business Central developer.

Who this course is for:

Individuals looking to start a career in software development and seeking to gain foundational skills in programming within Dynamics 365 Business Central.
Professionals wanting to enhance their technical knowledge and learn how to customize Business Central solutions to better meet organizational needs.
Those working in IT support or administration who wish to broaden their skill set by learning how to extend and customize Business Central applications.
Business owners interested in understanding how to tailor Business Central to fit their unique operational requirements and improve efficiency.

Begin Programming in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

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Course content

Introduction1 lecture • 1min

Getting Started9 lectures • 41min

Programming Tables and Pages13 lectures • 1hr 11min

Mini-Project 1: Student Registration (Tables & Pages Only)1 lecture • 1min

Programming Reports & Queries6 lectures • 54min

Mini-Project 2: Create Reporting for Student Registration1 lecture • 1min

Upper Beginner Programming Topics7 lectures • 1hr 2min

Bonus Lecture1 lecture • 1min

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