Community Update - February 22, 2026

This week, we’re diving into the data visualization side of PeopleSoft with a look at OpenSearch Index Patterns. We also have an important bug-fix release for the popular AppRefiner tool that you’ll want to check out.

Demystifying OpenSearch Index Patterns

Ever wonder how to control exactly which PeopleSoft data flows into your OpenSearch dashboards? Randall Groncki explains the crucial role of Index Patterns in PeopleSoft Insights. These patterns act as the bridge, allowing you to select specific data indexes for analysis, format fields for clarity, and ultimately power your visualizations.

https://peopletoolstechtips.com/insights-05-index-patterns/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=insights-05-index-patterns

Key Fixes in AppRefiner v1.2.1

For those using the AppRefiner tool, a new maintenance release is now available. Version 1.2.1 tackles several important bugs, including fixes for parsing double-digit PeopleTools patch versions (like 8.60.10) and correctly handling special characters during test data cleanup. If you’ve run into validation or object scanning issues, this update is worth a look.

https://github.com/Gideon-Taylor/AppRefiner/releases/tag/1.2.1