Power Automate Desktop: Automate Your Daily Grind $(10$ Points$)$

Objective:

In this assignment, you'll explore the power of Power Automate Desktop by automating a repetitive task you perform daily on your computer.

Requirements:

Identify a Repetitive Task:

Choose a task you do on your computer every day $($or almost every day$)$ that takes up a few minutes of your time.

This could be anything from:

Opening specific programs and websites in a certain order.

Copying and pasting data between applications.

Renaming or organizing files in a specific way.

Filling out a simple online form with repetitive information.

Automate the Task:

Use Power Automate Desktop to record and build a flow that automates your chosen task.

Ensure your flow functions smoothly and achieves the desired outcome.

Presentation :

Prepare a short $(3-5$ minute$)$ presentation for Zoom where you:

Briefly explain the repetitive task you chose.

Demonstrate your Power Automate Desktop flow in action.

Explain the steps involved in your flow and the logic behind them.

Grading Criteria $(10$ Points$)$:

Task Selection $(2$ points$)$:

Clarity in identifying a repetitive daily task $(1$ point$).$

Suitability of the chosen task for automation $($e$.$g$.,$ avoids overly complex tasks$)(1$ point$).$

Power Automate Desktop Flow $(5$ points$)$:

Functionality of the flow $($does it complete the task as intended?$)(3$ points$).$

Efficiency of the flow $($uses appropriate actions and avoids unnecessary steps$)(1$ point$).$

Basic understanding of the flow structure $($optional for presentation$)(1$ point$).$

Presentation $(3$ points$)$:

Clarity and conciseness of the explanation $(1$ point$).$

Effective demonstration of the flow $(1$ point$).$

Additional insights into the flow logic $(1$ point$).$

Tips:

Think Simple: Start with a task that's easy to understand and automate.

Explore Actions: Power Automate Desktop offers a variety of actions for different tasks. Explore the options to find the best fit for your needs.

Test & Refine: Test your flow after recording and refine it as needed to ensure smooth execution.

Practice Makes Perfect: Experiment with Power Automate Desktop before tackling your assignment.

Remember: The goal is to understand the basic functionality of Power Automate Desktop and automate a simple task. Focus on a clear demonstration and a well$-$functioning flow.

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