Finance and Operations Apps developers turn business requirements into working ERP functionality inside Dynamics 365. This course walks through the full development lifecycle – from Visual Studio and the Application Object Tree (AOT) to extensions, Chain of Command, data entities, workflows, security, and reporting. You’ll also build with Copilot extensibility and AI plugin development, a layer of F&O development most training providers still skip, so your skillset reflects how F&O is actually built and extended in 2026.
Prerequisites
There’s no mandatory certification required before enrolling, but candidates who do well in this role typically bring some of the following background:
- Basic programming knowledge in an object-oriented language such as C# or Java
- Understanding of object-oriented programming concepts – classes, inheritance, interfaces
- Familiarity with relational databases and SQL
- Basic exposure to ERP concepts or business processes such as finance, supply chain, or operations
- Working knowledge of Visual Studio is helpful but not mandatory
- To earn the full Microsoft Associate certification, you will also need the MB-300: Microsoft Dynamics 365: Core Finance and Operations credential
Course Objectives
- Understand the Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations apps architecture and development environment
- Build and extend solutions using X++, the Application Object Tree (AOT), and Visual Studio
- Apply extensibility best practices, including Chain of Command (CoC) and event handlers, without overlayering
- Design and manage data entities, Data Management Framework (DMF) jobs, and integrations
- Develop workflows, security roles, and financial and operational reports
- Use Copilot and AI plugin tools to extend Copilot for finance and operations apps
- Prepare thoroughly for the MB-500 certification exam using scenario-based practice
What You Will Learn
- Navigating the Dynamics 365 F&O development environment and Lifecycle Services (LCS)
- Creating and extending AOT elements: tables, forms, classes, and enumerations
- Writing and debugging X++ code following current best practices
- Implementing Chain of Command, event handlers, and extension classes
- Building and consuming data entities, OData services, and custom APIs
- Configuring workflows, batch jobs, and business events
- Managing security roles, duties, and privileges
- Designing SSRS and Power BI-based financial and operational reports
- Integrating F&O with Power Platform, Dataverse, and Azure services
- Building and deploying AI plugins and extending Copilot with X++ business logic
- Using GitHub-based DevOps pipelines and the unified Power Platform Admin Center (PPAC) workflow for build, test, and release
- Applying performance tuning and code review techniques for production environments
Who Should Take This Course?
This course is designed for technology professionals who want to build or advance a career in Dynamics 365 F&O development. It’s a strong fit for:
- .NET or C# developers transitioning into Microsoft ERP development
- Dynamics AX developers upgrading their skills to the cloud-based F&O platform
- Software engineers looking to specialize in enterprise business applications
- Technical consultants who support F&O implementations and customizations
- IT professionals preparing for the MB-500 certification exam
- Computer science graduates targeting a career in ERP development
Skills You Will Gain
- X++ programming and object-oriented design
- AOT element design and extension
- Chain of Command and event-based extensibility
- Data entities, DMF, and OData services
- Custom API and Dataverse integration
- Business events and Power Automate triggers
- Copilot extensibility and AI plugin development
- Lifecycle Services (LCS) and Power Platform Admin Center (PPAC)
- GitHub-based DevOps and ALM practices
- Translating business requirements into technical designs
- Debugging, performance tuning, and code review
- Certification exam readiness for MB-500
Tools Covered
- Visual Studio (X++ development environment)
- Application Object Tree (AOT)
- Dynamics 365 Lifecycle Services (LCS)
- Power Platform Admin Center (PPAC)
- Azure DevOps / GitHub for ALM and version control
- SQL Server Management Studio
- Data Management Framework (DMF)
- SSRS Report Designer and Power BI
- GitHub Copilot and Copilot Studio for AI plugin development
- Postman or a similar tool for API testing
Career Outcomes
Certified Dynamics 365 F&O developers are in consistent demand across ERP implementation partners, system integrators, and enterprises running Dynamics 365 in-house. After this course, you’ll be positioned for roles such as:
- Dynamics 365 F&O Developer
- X++ Developer
- ERP Application Developer
- Dynamics 365 Technical Consultant
- Dynamics 365 Solution Architect (with experience)
- Business Applications Developer
- Dynamics 365 Integration Developer
- Microsoft ERP Support Engineer
Why Choose kodestree?
kodestree’s Dynamics 365 F&O Developer training is designed to get you certification-ready and job-ready at the same time. Here’s what sets it apart:
- Curriculum aligned with the current MB-500 exam blueprint
- Hands-on labs using real AOT elements and X++ coding exercises
- Coverage of Copilot extensibility and AI plugin development, not just legacy topics
- Live instructor-led online sessions with flexible batch timings
- Lifetime access to recorded sessions and course material
- Real-world capstone project covering extension development end-to-end
- Resume and interview preparation support
- Course completion certificate from kodestree
- Post-training doubt-clearing and mentor support
