Certificate-based authentication is a secure method for connecting to SharePoint Online and Microsoft 365 services using service principals and automated scripts. This guide demonstrates two methods for generating self-signed certificates using PowerShell and how to use them with PnP PowerShell for SharePoint authentication. Table of Contents Why Use Certificate-Based Authentication? Prerequisites Method 1: Using New-SelfSignedCertificate Method 2: Using New-PnPAzureCertificate Locating Your Certificate Exporting Certificates Registering Certificate with Entra ID App Connecting to SharePoint with Certificate Best Practices Troubleshooting Conclusion References Why Use Certificate-Based Authentication?

The Copilot Studio Kit is a powerful tool for managing and testing copilots in Microsoft Power Platform. However, installation requires the Creator Kit as a prerequisite dependency. This guide walks you through the complete installation process, including resolving common dependency issues. Table of Contents Overview Prerequisites Understanding the Dependency Installation Steps Step 1: Install Creator Kit Core Step 2: Install Copilot Studio Kit References Overview The Copilot Studio Kit is a managed solution that provides components and utilities for building, testing, and managing copilots in Power Platform.

Managing Entra ID (formerly Azure AD) app permissions across SharePoint sites is crucial for maintaining proper security governance. This guide demonstrates how to audit and revoke app permissions using PnP PowerShell, ensuring your SharePoint environment remains secure and compliant. Table of Contents Problem Statement Understanding the Challenge Prerequisites The Solution Script Breakdown Important Considerations References Problem Statement When managing Entra ID applications with SharePoint access (especially those using Sites.Selected permissions), you may need to: