Microsoft Teams Application Developer Accelerator Program

I want to thank you for creating this extended learning accelerator format!

As somebody who transitioned to a career in web development and programming through a bootcamp, your accelerator format is exactly what bootcamps are missing: the element of being able to go back to resources, see how you run everything, and then watch the recordings from our live sessions.

You just can’t drink water with fire hose every day and expect that you won’t drown. This format was much easier to follow and learn… thank you!

I am beyond thrilled and deeply grateful for the opportunity to have been part of the inaugural cohort of the App Dev Accelerator. This program surpassed all my expectations, offering a wealth of in-depth knowledge that, despite its complexity, was presented in a remarkably digestible and well-paced format over eight weeks.

The unanimous praise from my fellow classmates is a testament to the course’s exceptional value. Andrew, our instructor, was particularly remarkable in his dedication to ensuring no one was left behind. His commitment to our understanding and mastery of each topic before moving forward was truly commendable. This experience has been transformative for me, both personally and professionally.

My newfound confidence and skills, honed in this program, have led me to enroll in the Microsoft ISV program before we had even finished. I am now eagerly applying everything I’ve learned as I embark on this exciting journey. I am already in the process of submitting my first few apps to the app store, a step I might not have had the courage to take without the solid foundation and confidence gained from this course. I eagerly anticipate seeing my apps live before the year’s end, marking the start of a thrilling new chapter in my professional journey.

I have followed Andrew for years whether it was through his podcasts, presenting at conferences, or through his Mastering the SPFx course. The Microsoft Teams App Dev Accelerator Course was my first opportunity to participate in an online weekly course led by Andrew Connell. His depth and breadth of topics covered in the course was extensive and deep and his explanation clear and concise in a way I could understand. He was open to answer any question related to Teams App Development or scenarios pertaining to it. The course syllabus had a logical weekly progression in terms of difficulty and complexity. I also enjoyed the occasional participation from my fellow students. If you want to learn the ABC’s of Teams App Development then I highly recommend taking this course.

I can’t speak highly enough about Andrew’s latest Accelerator! The format of the course is perfect for the busy Professional Developer. Breaking down the instruction into smaller blocks over multiple weeks allows the incredible content to be absorbed fully instead of the typical information overload that happens often in other “live” developer courses. The live instruction is reinforced with self-paced videos that walk through building actual applications which allowed me to better understand what I had learned earlier in the week. Office hours encourage all students to ask questions and learn from each other in addition to Andrew. Limiting the class size to a small group promotes interaction by all of the students in the class and the value of the content was further emphasized in our course as students participated in the live sessions from all corners of the planet, often in the middle of their night.

Andrew approach to learning further establishes him as one the premier trainers anywhere in the world. His relentless pursuit of the deepest understanding of the entire development toolkit allows him to explain Teams development at every level and his joy is obvious when he can use this deep knowledge to better help students understand the subject matter. In many cases, these discussions identified where the tools can be improved and our feedback was heard by Microsoft. Andrew’s close relationship with Microsoft and the development teams that build these products gives him unmatched knowledge and access in the training space. Coupling that with his real-world experience building enterprise-level solutions for customers allows Andrew to deliver relevant content that developers need to know and understand to produce first-class professional applications.

This course takes you all the way to the 300-400 level experience! Your potential as a developer in the Microsoft space will be unleashed as the course covers so many areas; not just Teams, but Azure, Entra ID, the app store, and so much more. Thank you to Andrew and my fellow cohort students for a one-of-a-kind world-class experience. I am excited to continue building relationships with this amazing group of professional developers, including Andrew.

Andrew Connell is the man. I loved his Microsoft Teams AppDev cohort group that he set up.

I had a ton of questions throughout the course and it was very comforting to know that I had this expert and group to get answers to my questions. Most of the time Andrew knew the answer off top of his head. When he didn’t, he knew where to go, how to find the answer, and how to teach me how to find the answer. I love all of that!

His demos were very good, easy to follow, and ask questions along the way. We can also ask questions slightly related and even unrelated questions to the current topics we covered.

That’s the point of the cohort - you have a group that you can collaborate with who are happy to help you, including but not just limited to Andrew!

I also loved Andrew’s responsiveness. Several times he answered my questions thoroughly faster than his original promise of a 24-hour turn-around.

Overall I love that I have a community to go to going forward, even after the course!

I can’t thank you enough Andrew! I hope others continue to join your group going forward!

When it comes to Microsoft 365 development you won’t find a better instructor, mentor, or subject matter expert than Andrew Connell. If one exists, they aren’t teaching a class!

If you want to learn how to develop solutions in Teams using the toolkit, then this is the class for you.

Andrew does an amazing job teaching this material. The website is good, the modules work, and it’s all very professionally delivered. I knew going in that it was going to be a challenge, however the course materials did a great job of helping me understand and complete each module successfully.

The Accelerator opened my eyes to a myriad of opportunities and tools that I hadn’t explored before, expanding my repertoire and providing me with a richer toolbox for tackling client challenges. The course not only reinforced my existing skills but also unearthed new avenues for creativity and innovation in the Teams app landscape. It’s amazing how a bit of exploration can exponentially broaden the horizons of what’s possible.

Learning together is incredibly valuable! This is not directly related to Teams dev, but more about the way the course was structured. The world of developing apps for Microsoft Teams is complex, and the ‘road’ is very winding. I highly recommend joining this Accelerator if you get the opportunity. Engaging in conversations with peers allows for the exchange of ideas and perspectives, leading to a more comprehensive understanding of the subject matter.

As a Microsoft 365 consultant, my focus has always been on leveraging out-of-box services and low-code solutions like Power Platform to meet client needs. Despite their benefits, I’ve noticed they don’t always fully meet customer UX expectations or budget constraints. Teams apps offer a solution, bridging that gap while also integrating Copilot with real-time enterprise data.

To deepen my understanding, I joined Andrew Connell’s Microsoft Teams Application Developer Accelerator Program. This multi-week course provided thorough insights into Teams app development with weekly lectures and practical demos. It was definitely worth every minute of my time!

Participating in the ‘Microsoft Teams App Dev Accelerator’ course with Andrew Connell was a transformative experience. Over eight weeks, Andrew not only shared his extensive knowledge but also his passion for Microsoft Teams App development. His dedication was evident in every lecture, video, and office hour, guiding us through intricate topics like Tabs, Bots, Message Extensions, and AI integration. The course’s comprehensive scope provided a solid foundation and a wealth of resources that I will continue to use in my professional journey. The camaraderie among the class made each session enjoyable and the entire learning process memorable. Andrew’s unwavering support and the group’s dynamic have certainly set this course apart. I’m grateful for the experience and excited to apply what I’ve learned.

I absolutely got a lot out of the class and I learned a ton that I didn’t already know… and I came in knowing quite a bit!

What will be most valuable is that now that I have a solid understanding of the development environment the components, and the concepts when I start applying what I learned to production projects and think “oh, I forgot… what the heck is this part?”… I have all the content from the course to go back to and can quickly jump to the session recording, office hours recording, or lab source code that covered the topic.

Having that resource so easily accessible, plus a network of peers from the community created from the extended format of this course… that’s the sort of “just in time learning” that makes this class a value by any standard. Thank you!

I really want to thank you for your outstanding teaching in this “MS Teams” course. Your easy-to-follow course structure and clear explanations made learning a joy. I gained a lot in your sessions that goes beyond documents and my prior experience, broadening my perspective significantly. Your passion for teaching is evident, and it has inspired in me a newfound enthusiasm for the subject. Your ability to improvise, particularly in explaining the accessing the bot URL in Task Module sessions and introduction OAuth and JWT during Office hours, is truly commendable. Thank you for your dedication and approach!

I highly recommend Andrew Connell’s Microsoft Teams Application Developer Accelerator Program for anyone looking to quickly dive into Microsoft Teams application development. As a 20-year Microsoft Partner in the Modern Work solution area, I advocate for Low Code applications, but there are many situations when working with Enterprise clients where Microsoft Teams application development offers a more powerful and flexible solution. With Microsoft’s continued investment in the platform and its large client base, it’s a platform that’s hard to ignore.

Andrew has years of development and training experience, and he excels at teaching complex subjects. The course is filled with examples and best practices that can be immediately applied in real-world situations. The live cohort format adds to the collaborative nature of the course.

The accelerator was really valuable for me. I have done Teams development before but it was only using SharePoint Framework. I have not had a chance to explore the other options.

This class helped me to reinforce what I already knew and introduced me to new concepts. As an SPFx developer it was interesting to see other ways to solve business challenges for my clients and learn new skills. It was well worth not only the cost of the accelerator but also the time commitment.

The class resources make it even more worth it. Some of the technology was new to me and Andrew did a great job of explaining the basics but for the things I had done before he had deeper content that helped me level up my game.

I chose to participate in Andrew’s new Microsoft Teams App Dev Accelerator class and was not disappointed. The content of the course is thorough, comprehensive, and as up-to-date as it can be in the dynamic and rapidly-changing environment that is MS-Teams app development. Andrew’s teaching style is engaging and he is very good at breaking down complex technical details to make them more understandable. Additionally his deep well of experience and familiarity in the industry, as both insider and outsider, meant that I could trust his opinion when questions arose that were not always strictly technical. Being able to press him on developer-related issues has been invaluable to me, perhaps even more so than the outstanding technical content that was presented. Meeting with Andrew and my exceptionally sharp, curious and talented classmates on a regular basis was a very positive professional experience. I would recommend this course for anyone interested in building web applications capable of running within (and taking advantage of) the MS-Teams environment.

I recently completed an 8-week course in Microsoft Teams AppDev Accelerator course with Andrew, and it was an outstanding learning experience. Andrew is highly regarded as one of the top instructors and professionals in the industry. His expertise and wealth of knowledge in M365 full stack development was evident throughout the course.

The course was exceptionally well-organized and comprehensive, providing up-to-date information in a cohesive manner. This structure allowed students to easily grasp the latest concepts and gradually build their skills throughout the duration of the course. Andrew’s ability to effortlessly navigate complex technical discussions was remarkable, and his willingness to elaborate on and clarify questions made the content highly understandable, even for those of us who were relatively new to the topics.

The course’s design and pacing allowed us a full week to thoroughly study and comprehend each topic. Coupled with Andrew’s willingness to generously share his knowledge, this provided ample opportunity to ask questions, which greatly enhanced the learning experience.

I feel incredibly fortunate to have had the opportunity to attend Andrew’s course and learn from him. Every moment of the course was invaluable. This course not only expanded my knowledge and capabilities as a professional but also inspired me to continue exploring and offering advanced yet practical MS Teams solutions to my customers.

Having previously been a student of Andrew’s Mastering the SPFx course, I knew that enrolling in his Microsoft Teams Apps Development course was a must. My expectations were high, and I was eager to deepen my understanding of M365 app development specifically tailored for Microsoft Teams and this course did not disappoint!

The logistics of the course were meticulously planned, offering a blend of structured lessons, self-paced instructor-led demos, and invaluable office hours whilst being part of a great group of people who asked valuable questions helping broaden my insights in to how others use not just Microsoft Teams but M365 as a whole. It was great to become a part of a “community” during the duration of the course.

My favourite topic was without a doubt delving into the Teams AI library and Azure Open AI. These lessons were eye-opening and immensely practical, opening doors to innovative possibilities within the M365 ecosystem. As someone deeply involved in developing M365 apps, I found these insights invaluable and immediately applicable to the work the company I work for is looking to undertake.

However, if I were to pinpoint my favourite aspect of the course, it would undoubtedly be witnessing Andrew’s expertise in action. It was extremely insightful to see how you diagnose and resolve bugs in real-time during code builds, this was extremely insightful. Through-out his demonstrations, I not only learned valuable debugging techniques but also gained invaluable insights into best practices and efficient problem-solving strategies.

I would wholeheartedly recommend Andrew’s Microsoft Teams Apps Development course to my colleagues and ex-colleagues (in fact I already have) who are navigating the complex landscape of M365 app development. I felt this course offered a comprehensive and immersive learning experience that is second to none and the ability to go back and re-watch these lessons and tutorials will be invaluable in the future.

The course exceeded my already high expectations, delivering a wealth of knowledge and practical insights tailored to the intricacies of Microsoft Teams app development. It’s a testament to Andrew’s expertise and teaching prowess that I continue to seek out opportunities to learn further skills, and I eagerly anticipate future collaborations and courses.

This was a great class and I was happy to be in the first pilot class!