How to Package Analysis Views in AL Extensions
Learn how to export analysis views from Analysis Mode and deliver them as pre-built tabs in your AL extensions using the new analysisviews construct.
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AL Development
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Building, extending, and deploying Business Central extensions using AL code, events, and the development sandbox.
How to Run AL Tests from Visual Studio Code
Learn how to use the built-in Test Explorer in VS Code to discover, run, and debug AL tests for Business Central without external extensions.
How to Build Custom Reports in Business Central
A step-by-step guide to building custom AL reports in Business Central using VS Code, including dataset definition, request page, and layout options.
Use the Business Central Sandbox Environment
Learn what Business Central sandbox environments are, how to create one from the Admin Center, connect VS Code, and follow a practical dev workflow.
How to Write and Run AL Unit Tests in Business Central
Learn how to create AL test codeunits, write tests using the GIVEN/WHEN/THEN pattern, use Assert and test libraries, and run tests from VS Code or the Test Tool page.
How to Publish and Install Extensions in Business Central
A complete walkthrough of compiling, publishing, and installing a Business Central AL extension, from VS Code to the Extension Management page.
Use Events and Subscribers in AL Development
Understand the publisher/subscriber event model in AL, subscribe to standard Business Central events, and declare and raise your own integration events.
How to Create Custom Pages and List Parts in AL
Learn how to build a Card page, a List page, and a ListPart in AL, then embed the ListPart as a FactBox using a page extension.
First Business Central AL Extension
Step-by-step guide to writing your first AL extension for Business Central, from VS Code setup to deploying a custom field on the Customer Card.