ALM and Version Control for Business Central with Azure DevOps

Managing custom code and extensions in Business Central requires a structured approach to prevent conflicts and ensure stable deployments. This text-based course guides you through the foundational concepts of Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) using Azure DevOps. You will transition from manual code tracking to a modern, automated development workflow. By understanding how to structure repositories, manage branches, and automate build processes, you will ensure high-quality software delivery for your organization or clients. What you'll learn: Understand foundational ALM principles and terminology specific to Business Central development; Configure Git repositories and branch strategies to manage source code changes collaboratively; Set up Azure DevOps projects, boards, and pipelines tailored for extension development; Apply continuous integration practices to automate code validation and compiler checks; Manage environments and deployment pipelines to deliver updates safely to sandbox and production instances; Practice troubleshooting common deployment and version control conflicts through written scenarios. The course starts with essential terminology and the core mechanics of version control before moving into project setup, pipeline configuration, and release management. You will read practical explanations and walk through step-by-step configuration guides to build a reliable ALM workflow. This course is designed for beginners to ALM, including Business Central developers, consultants, and IT administrators looking to modernize their development practices. No prior experience with Azure DevOps or Git is required. Start reading today to establish a professional development lifecycle for your Business Central applications.