CRT-450 Salesforce Certified Platform Developer I (SP23) Questions and Answers

To share a specific Case-Defect_c record with a user, the developer should share the parent Case and Defect_c records. This is because the Case-Defect_c object is a junction object that has two master-detail relationships with the Case and Defect_c objects. A junction object inherits the sharing and security settings from its two master objects, so the user needs to have access to both of them to view the junction object record1. Sharing only one of the parent records is not sufficient, as the user will not be able to see the other related record. Sharing only the junction object record is not possible, as it does not have its own sharing settings.

References:

• 1: Create a Junction Object

Data Export is a service that allows you to export data from your Salesforce org to a CSV file. You can use Data Export to back up your data and attachments on a regular basis. You can define a Data Export scheduled job to run weekly or monthly, and specify the objects and fields to include in the export. You can also receive an email notification when the export is complete and download the zip file containing the CSV files from the Setup menu. References:

• Data Export Service from the Salesforce Certified Platform Developer I Exam Guide
• Export Data from the Data Loader Guide
• Export Data from the Salesforce Trailhead

 Salesforce CLI is a command-line interface that allows developers to create, test, and deploy code and configurations to any Salesforce environment1. Salesforce CLI is the recommended tool for deploying custom Apex code and Lightning Components, as it provides more flexibility, control, and automation than other deployment methods2. Salesforce CLI can also integrate with source control systems, such as Git, to enable version control and collaboration among developers3. Using a change set is another option to deploy code and configurations from one Salesforce org to another, but it has some limitations, such as requiring a deployment connection, not supporting all metadata types, and not allowing selective deployment of components4. Using the Force.com IDE or the Ant Migration Tool are also possible ways to deploy code and configurations, but they are less user-friendly and require more manual steps than Salesforce CLI5 . References:

• Salesforce CLI | Salesforce Developer Tools
• Deploy Your Code with Salesforce CLI | Salesforce Trailhead
• Manage Projects with Salesforce DX | Salesforce Trailhead
• Change Sets | Salesforce Trailhead
• Force.com IDE | Salesforce Developer Tools
• [Ant Migration Tool | Salesforce Developer Tools]

The best way to declare maxAttempts to meet the requirements is to declare it as a private static variable on a helper class. This will ensure that the variable is initialized only once per Apex transaction, and that its value is preserved and shared across trigger executions. A private static variable is a variable that belongs to a class and not an instance, and that can only be accessed within the class. A helper class is a class that contains common methods or variables that can be used by other classes or triggers.

References: The use of private static variables and helper classes can be referenced in the Salesforce Platform Developer I learning documents, specifically in modules that cover Apex basics and triggers, such as:

• Apex Basics & Database
• Apex Triggers
• Apex Testing

 In Salesforce, the sharing rules are always enforced for the running user if not explicitly stated otherwise. The running user’s permissions and field-level security are always enforced, regardless of whether the class is defined with or without sharing. So in this case, since there is no explicit sharing declaration in the provided code snippet, it defaults to enforcing the sharing rules for the running user. References:

• Apex Developer Guide: Using the with sharing, without sharing, and inherited sharing Keywords
• Trailhead: Apex Sharing and Security

 The method must be decorated with @AuraEnabled to make it accessible from a Lightning web component. The @AuraEnabled annotation enables client- and server-side access to an Apex controller method. Without this annotation, the Lightning web component can’t call the Apex method. The cacheable=true attribute is optional and indicates whether the method can be cached by the client. The method can return any data type that can be serialized into JSON, such as a JSON object, a JSON array, a primitive type, or a custom type. The method does not need to return a string of a serialized JSON array, as the framework handles the serialization and deserialization automatically. References:

• Lightning Web Components Developer Guide: Call Apex Methods, pages 1-2
• Apex Developer Guide: Annotation AuraEnabled, page 1
• Trailhead: Platform Developer I Certification Study Guide: Lightning Web Components, unit 5

The TestVisible annotation allows test methods to access private or protected members of another class outside the test class. This way, the developer can write unit tests for a private method in an Apex class without changing the access modifier of the method. The SeeAllData annotation allows test methods to access all data in the organization, including records that are normally hidden from test methods. This is not related to testing private methods. Adding a test method in the Apex class is not a good practice, as it mixes production and test code in the same class. Marking the Apex class as global makes it accessible by any Apex code that has access to the class, not just test methods. This can expose the class to unwanted modifications or invocations. References:

• Apex Developer Guide: Isolation of Test Data from Organization Data in Unit Tests, page 1
• Apex Developer Guide: Testing Best Practices, page 1
• Apex Developer Guide: Annotation TestVisible, page 1
• [Trailhead: Platform Developer I Certification Study Guide: Apex Testing], unit 6

The @HttpInvocable annotation is used to expose an Apex class as a RESTful web service. This allows the class to be invoked by a REST client, enabling external systems to interact with Salesforce via the API. The methods within the class that are exposed as REST web services must be static and global or public. References: Apex Developer Guide

 To calculate the estimated ship date for an Order, the best method is to use a Max Roll-Up Summary field on the Latest availability date fields. A Roll-Up Summary field calculates values from related records, such as the sum, minimum, maximum, or count of a field1. By using a Max Roll-Up Summary field on the Latest availability date fields, the Order record can display the latest date among all the Line Items, which is the earliest date that the Order can be shipped.

The other options are not correct because:

• A. Use a CEILING formula on each of the Latest availability date fields. This option is not valid, because a CEILING formula rounds a number up to the nearest integer2. This does not help to calculate the estimated ship date for an Order, as it does not compare the dates of the Line Items or display the result on the Order record.
• B. Use a DAYS formula on each of the availability date fields and a COUNT Roll-Up Summary field on the Order. This option is not valid, because a DAYS formula returns the number of days between two dates2. This does not help to calculate the estimated ship date for an Order, as it does not account for the latest date among the Line Items or display the result on the Order record. A COUNT Roll-Up Summary field only counts the number of related records, not the values of a field1.
• C. Use a LATEST formula on each of the latest availability date fields. This option is not valid, because there is no such formula function as LATEST in Salesforce2. Even if there was, it would not help to calculate the estimated ship date for an Order, as it would not display the result on the Order record.

References:

• : Roll-Up Summary Fields
• : Formula Operators and Functions

In this scenario, a formula field is the most appropriate choice to calculate the ratio between rejected and approved timesheets for a given project. This is because formula fields automatically calculate their values based on other fields’ values, requiring no additional maintenance or manual intervention. They are used for read-only purposes and are visible to users if they have read access to the object containing the formula field. To create the formula field, the developer can use the following expression:

IF(Total_Approved_Timesheets__c > 0, Total_Rejected_Timesheet__c / Total_Approved_Timesheets__c, 0)

This expression checks if the total approved timesheets is greater than zero, and if so, divides the total rejected timesheets by the total approved timesheets. Otherwise, it returns zero. This formula field will display the ratio as a decimal number, which can be formatted as a percentage if desired.

References: The use of formula fields for automatic calculations can be referenced in the Salesforce Platform Developer I learning documents, specifically in modules that cover objects and fields management, such as:

• Create Object Relationships
• Data Modeling
• Formula Operators and Functions by Context

Declarative customizations are the ones that can be done using the point-and-click tools provided by Salesforce, such as Process Builder, Flow Builder, Lightning App Builder, etc. Code customizations are the ones that require writing Apex, Visualforce, or Lightning Web Components. Some of the benefits of using declarative customizations over code are:

• Declarative customizations automatically update with each Salesforce release. This means that whenever Salesforce improves or adds a new feature to its declarative tools, the existing customizations will be compatible and take advantage of the enhancement without any additional effort from the developer1.
• Declarative customizations generally require less maintenance. This is because declarative customizations are easier to create, modify, and debug than code customizations. They also do not require writing test classes or deploying to different environments, which can save time and resources2.

The other two options are not true benefits of declarative customizations over code:

• Declarative customizations do not automatically generate test classes. Test classes are only required for code customizations, and they have to be written manually by the developer. Test classes are used to ensure the quality and functionality of the code, and to meet the code coverage requirement for deployment3.
• Declarative customizations can still generate run time errors. Run time errors are the ones that occur when the application is running, and they can be caused by various factors, such as invalid data, logic errors, or system limits. Declarative customizations are not immune to run time errors, and they have to be handled properly by the developer using error handling techniques.

References:

• Clicks Not Code: Benefits of Declarative Vs. Imperative Programming - Salesforce)
• When to Click Instead of Write Code - Salesforce Developers)
• Apex Testing - Salesforce Developers)
• Error Handling in Flows - Salesforce Help)

 To create a form that will create a record for a custom object, the developer can use a Dynamic Form, which is a Lightning App Builder component that allows you to customize the fields and sections of a record page layout1. A Dynamic Form can also use visibility rules to display different fields based on the user’s profile, role, or other criteria2. To add the functionality to the Account record page, the developer can use a Dynamic Action, which is a way to configure actions on a record page without code3. A Dynamic Action can also use visibility rules to show or hide actions based on the user’s profile, role, or other criteria4. To restrict the functionality to a small group of users, the developer can create a Custom Permission, which is a way to grant access to custom processes or apps5. A Custom Permission can be assigned to a permission set or a profile, and then assigned to the users who need it. References:

• Dynamic Forms | Salesforce Trailhead
• Visibility Rules for Dynamic Forms | Salesforce Help
• Dynamic Actions | Salesforce Trailhead
• Visibility Rules for Dynamic Actions | Salesforce Help
• Custom Permissions | Salesforce Trailhead
• [Assign Custom Permissions | Salesforce Help]

In Apex, if a SOQL query returns more than one row and the result is assigned to a single sObject variable, an exception will be thrown. This is because a single sObject variable can only hold one record. In this case, since myAccount is declared as a single Account object, it cannot hold more than one record. If the SOQL query returns more than one Account, an unhandled exception occurs, and the code terminates. References: The behavior can be understood from the Apex Developer Guide under the section of SOQL Queries 

An error condition formula on a validation rule on Opportunity is the automation that allows the developer to satisfy the requirement in the most efficient manner. A validation rule is a declarative feature that allows you to define criteria for data quality and integrity. It can prevent users from saving records that do not meet the specified conditions. In this case, the developer can create a validation rule on the Opportunity object that checks if the user profile is not Sales Manager, the Opportunity Status is Closed Lost, and the lost reason is blank. If these conditions are true, the validation rule can display an error message and prevent the record from being saved12.

References:

• 1: Validation Rules
• 2: Cert Prep: Platform Developer I: Data Modeling and Management

To find the current user’s default record type for a given object, such as Opportunity, the developer can use the Opportunity.SObjectType.getDescribe().getRecordTypeInfos() method to get a list of RecordTypeInfo objects that represent the record types available to the current user1. Then, the developer can iterate through the list and check the isDefaultRecordTypeMapping() method on each RecordTypeInfo object to determine which one is the default record type for the current user2. The default record type is the one that is automatically assigned to new records created by the user, unless the user selects a different record type3.

The developer cannot use the other options to find the current user’s default record type. Option A is incorrect because there is no such method as profile.Opportunity.getDefaultRecordType(). Option C is incorrect because there is no such class as Schema.userInfo. Option D is incorrect because it does not find the default record type before inserting the record, but rather after creating the record, which may not be the same as the default record type. References:

• RecordTypeInfo Class | Apex Reference Guide | Salesforce Developers
• Get Default Record Type Id & Name in Apex - Salesforce Stack Exchange
• Set Record Type Preferences - Salesforce Help

The @TestSetup annotation method is used to create records for every method in the test class. This method is executed before any test method in the class and the records created in this method are available to all test methods in the class. The records are rolled back at the end of the test class execution. If a test method modifies or deletes the records created in the test setup method, those changes are rolled back after each test method finishes execution. The next executing test method gets access to the original unmodified state of those records. This annotation method can reduce test execution times and improve system resource efficiency compared to creating records for each test method individually. References: Using Test Setup Methods, Free Salesforce Platform Developer 1 Practice Exam (With Answers), SALESFORCE CERTIFIED PLATFORM DEVELOPER I

• View the Apex Jobs page and query the AsyncApexJob object are two ways a developer can get the status of an enqueued job for a class that implements the Queueable interface. They are both methods to monitor and manage the asynchronous Apex jobs that are submitted to the Apex job queue12.
• View the Apex Jobs page is a user interface option that allows a developer to see the status and results of the asynchronous Apex jobs in the Setup menu of Salesforce. It can show the progress, completion, failure, or cancellation of the jobs, as well as the start time, end time, submitted by, and apex class name of the jobs12.
• Query the AsyncApexJob object is a programmatic option that allows a developer to retrieve the status and results of the asynchronous Apex jobs using SOQL. It can access the same fields and information as the Apex Jobs page, as well as additional fields such as JobType, ParentJobId, and ExtendedStatus12.
• View the Apex Status page and view the Apex Flex Queue are two other options, but they are not applicable for the Queueable interface. They are used for different types of asynchronous Apex jobs12.
• View the Apex Status page is an option that allows a developer to see the status and results of the batch Apex jobs and future methods in the Setup menu of Salesforce. It can show the number of batches or methods processed, failed, or remaining, as well as the start time, end time, submitted by, and apex class or method name of the jobs12.
• View the Apex Flex Queue is an option that allows a developer to see and reorder the pending batch Apex jobs that are waiting to be processed in the Setup menu of Salesforce. It can hold up to 100 batch Apex jobs that exceed the limit of 5 concurrent jobs. It can show the apex class name, submitted by, and submitted date of the jobs12.

References:

• 1: Asynchronous Apex
• 2: Cert Prep: Platform Developer I: Automation and Logic

Anonymous Apex code is Apex code that does not get stored in the metadata, but that can be compiled and executed on the fly. You can use Anonymous Apex code for various purposes, such as:

• To delete 15,000 inactive Accounts in a single transaction after a deployment: You can use Anonymous Apex code to perform bulk data operations that are not possible or convenient with the standard tools, such as Data Loader or Import Wizard. For example, you can write a SOQL query to select the inactive Accounts and then use the Database.delete method to delete them in a single transaction. This can save you time and avoid hitting the governor limits.
• To add unit test code coverage to an org: You can use Anonymous Apex code to write and run unit tests for your Apex classes and triggers, without having to save them in the metadata. This can help you increase your code coverage and ensure the quality of your code. You can also use the System.debug method to print the results of your tests in the debug log.

References: Anonymous Blocks, Executing Anonymous Apex Code, Execute Anonymous Apex

The optimal way to implement this feature is to build a flow with Flow Builder. Flow Builder is a tool that lets you automate business processes by creating flows that execute logic, interact with Salesforce, and call Apex classes. You can use Flow Builder to create a record-triggered flow that runs when an Account record is updated. In the flow, you can use a Get Records element to query the custom object based on the Postal Code field of the Account record. Then, you can use an Assignment element to assign the value of the Timezone field from the custom object record to the Timezone field of the Account record. Finally, you can use an Update Records element to save the changes to the Account record.

Option B is incorrect because an account assignment rule is used to automatically assign account owners based on criteria. It does not update other fields on the account record.

Option C is incorrect because a formula field is a read-only field that derives its value from a formula expression. It cannot be updated by the user or by a trigger.

Option D is incorrect because an account approval process is used to require approval from one or more users before an account record can be saved. It does not update other fields on the account record.

References: Flow Builder (Trailhead)), Record-Triggered Flows (Trailhead)), Account Assignment Rules (Salesforce Help)), Formula Fields (Salesforce Help)), Approval Processes (Salesforce Help))

To support split shipments, a developer should add an Order_shipment_Group_c object and a master-detail field on Order_Line_c. The Order_shipment_Group_c object represents a group of order lines that share the same delivery method and destination address1. The master-detail field on Order_Line_c establishes a relationship between each order line and its corresponding order shipment group. This way, the shipping information can be stored in the Order_shipment_Group_c object instead of the Order_c object, and any number of order lines on a single order can be shipped to different locations.

References:

• OrderDeliveryGroup | Object Reference for the Salesforce Platform | Salesforce Developers

The result of the following code is that the record will not be created and an exception will be thrown. This is because the code is trying to insert a record with a null value for a required field, which violates the database constraints and causes a DMLException1. The code does not handle the exception with a try-catch block, so the exception will propagate to the caller and terminate the execution2. The debug log will show the exception message and stack trace, but the record will not be inserted in the database.

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Account a = new Account();

a.Name = null;

insert a;

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The other options are incorrect. Option B is incorrect because the record will not be created and the debug log will show an exception, not a message. Option C is incorrect because the record will not be created and an error will be reported as an exception. Option D is incorrect because the record will not be created and an error will be reported as an exception. References:

• DMLException Class | Apex Developer Guide | Salesforce Developers
• Exception Handling | Apex Developer Guide | Salesforce Developers

The Trigger.old context variable returns a list of the old versions of the sObject records. This sObject list is only available in update and delete triggers1. In a before insert trigger, there are no old versions of the records, so the Trigger.old context variable is null2. References:

• 1: Trigger Context Variables | Apex Developer Guide | Salesforce Developers
• 2: Get Started with Apex Triggers Unit | Salesforce Trailhead

The value of the count field after inserting an Account with an initial value of zero is 2, because both the trigger and the workflow rule will increment the count field by 1. The order of execution for this scenario is as follows:

• The Account record is inserted with a count value of 0.
• The system runs the before insert trigger, which increments the count value to 1.
• The system saves the record to the database, but does not commit yet.
• The system runs the after insert trigger, which does not affect the count value.
• The system executes the workflow rule, which increments the count value to 2.
• The system updates the record again with the new count value.
• The system commits the record to the database.

The field update in the workflow rule is configured to not re-evaluate workflow rules, which means that the workflow rule will not be triggered again by the second update. Therefore, the count value will remain 2.

References: Triggers and Order of Execution, Workflow Field Updates, Learn Salesforce Order of Execution

In Salesforce, a controller and extension for a custom object on a Visualforce page can be specified using the  tag. The standardController attribute is used to associate the page with a standard or custom object, and the extensions attribute is used to specify an Apex class that extends the functionality of the standard or custom controller. The code snippet in option C, , correctly demonstrates this by associating the Visualforce page with a custom object named “Notice” and specifying an extension named “myControllerExtension”. References: You can find more information about controllers and extensions in the Visualforce Developer Guide and the [Apex Developer Guide] on Salesforce’s official website.

Apex test methods should not depend on existing data in the sandbox, because they may not have access to the same data when they run in a different environment, such as production. Test methods should create their own test data, or use the @testSetup annotation to create common test data for all test methods in a class12. The Execute Anonymous tool runs the code in the context of the current user and the current data, so it may not reproduce the same behavior as the test method3. References:

• Get Started with Apex Unit Tests Unit | Salesforce Trailhead
• Using Test Setup Methods | Apex Developer Guide - Salesforce Developers
• Test Class | Apex Reference Guide | Salesforce Developers

 A developer can execute tests in an org using the following methods:

• Setup Menu: By browsing to setup->Apex Test Execution, the developer can select and run tests from the user interface1.
• SalesforceDX: By using the Salesforce CLI on the command line, the developer can run tests in an org using the force:apex:test:run command2. This command can also be used from Salesforce Extensions for VS Code or from within third-party continuous integration tools, such as Jenkins or CircleCI2.
• Tooling API: The developer can also run tests using the Tooling REST API. Use the /runTestsAsynchronous/ and /runTestsSynchronous/ endpoints to run tests asynchronously or synchronously3.

References:

• 1: Get a Refresh on Testing Unit | Salesforce Trailhead
• 2: Run Apex Tests | Salesforce DX Developer Guide | Salesforce Developers
• 3: What are three ways for a developer to execute tests in an Org?

A custom controller is an Apex class that uses the default, no-argument constructor for the outer, top-level class. You cannot create a custom controller constructor that includes parameters. A custom controller is needed to perform complex validation that involves multiple objects and then redirect the user to another Visualforce page upon success. A custom controller can override the standard actions of a standard controller, such as save, edit, view, or delete, and define new actions. A custom controller runs in system mode, so the user’s permissions and field-level security do not apply. References: You can find more information about custom controllers in the Visualforce Developer Guide and the Apex Developer Guide on Salesforce’s official website.

This is because when a DML exception is thrown, it means that the operation failed due to some error, such as a validation rule, a trigger, or a governor limit. If the exception is not handled, it will cause the entire transaction to roll back and display an unhandled exception message to the user. To handle exceptions gracefully, the developer should use a try/catch block to catch the exception and handle it in a way that does not disrupt the user experience, such as logging the error, displaying a custom message, or retrying the operation. References: The use of try/catch blocks for handling exceptions is covered under Apex basics on Trailhead1. You can also find more information on DML exceptions and how to handle them in the Apex Developer Guide2.

A validation rule is a formula that evaluates the data in one or more fields and returns a value of true or false. Validation rules verify that the data a user enters in a record meets the standards you specify before the user can save the record. A validation rule can contain a formula or expression that evaluates the data in one or more fields and returns a value of true or false. Validation rules also include an error message to display to the user when the rule returns a value of false after the user attempts to save the record. In this case, a validation rule can be used to prevent users from editing opportunities that have reached the Closed stage by checking the value of the StageName field and displaying an error message if the user tries to save any changes. References: Validation Rules Salesforce Platform Developer 1 Exam Guide, page 6.

Quick Actions are the recommended way to create records with prepopulated values in Lightning Experience. They allow the developer to define the fields and values that should be populated when the user clicks the action. They also support different layouts and visibility rules for different profiles and record types. Quick Actions can be added to the page layout, the utility bar, or the global actions menu. References:

• [Quick Actions]: Learn how to create actions to automate common tasks and enhance the user experience.
• [Create Object-Specific Quick Actions]: Learn how to create quick actions that are specific to a particular object, such as creating a contact from an account.
• [Create Global Quick Actions]: Learn how to create quick actions that are not tied to a specific object, such as creating a task or logging a call.

The aspect of Apex programming that is limited due to multitenancy is the number of records processed in a loop. Multitenancy is a means of providing a single application to multiple organizations, such as different companies or departments within a company, from a single hardware-software stack. This results in a standard environment that is fully operated and managed by Salesforce, which is much more efficient and cost-effective for your company. However, multitenancy also imposes some limits and governor rules on the Apex code that runs on the Salesforce Platform, to ensure that no single organization can monopolize the shared resources and affect the performance and reliability of other organizations. One of these limits is the number of records that can be processed in a loop, which is 200 for synchronous Apex and 2000 for asynchronous Apex. This means that if you have a loop that iterates over a collection of records, such as a list or a set, you cannot process more than 200 or 2000 records at a time, depending on the context of your Apex code. If you try to process more records than the limit, you will get a System.LimitException error. To avoid hitting this limit, you need to use best practices such as using SOQL for loops, using collections and maps, using bulkified methods, and using asynchronous Apex.

The other options are not aspects of Apex programming that are limited due to multitenancy. The number of active Apex classes is not limited by multitenancy, but by the total size of all Apex classes in your organization, which is 6 MB for Enterprise Edition and 36 MB for Unlimited Edition. The number of methods in an Apex class is not limited by multitenancy, but by the maximum number of characters in an Apex class, which is 1,000,000. The number of records returned from database queries is not limited by multitenancy, but by the SOQL query row limit, which is 50,000 for synchronous Apex and 200,000 for asynchronous Apex.

References: Apex Governor Limits, Multitenancy and Metadata Overview, Prepare for Your Salesforce Platform Developer I Credential

The deployment passes because the Apex code has the required 75% code coverage. In Salesforce, you need at least 75% of your Apex code to be covered by unit tests, and all of those tests must complete successfully. When deploying to a production environment, every unit test in your organization namespace is executed. Since the developer’s test method covers 81% of the Apex code, it meets the minimum requirement for deployment.

Option A is incorrect because the Apex trigger has code coverage, as it is invoked by the test method that calls MyClass.myStaticMethod. The trigger and the method have the same logic, so the test method effectively tests both.

Option B is incorrect because assertions are not mandatory for deployment, although they are highly recommended for verifying the expected outcomes of the test cases. Assertions are statements that compare the actual results of the test with the expected results. If an assertion fails, the test fails.

Option D is incorrect because including both classes and the trigger in the deployment is not sufficient to ensure code coverage. The developer still needs to write and run unit tests that cover the Apex code.

References: Apex Testing), Deploying Apex to a Salesforce Production Organization)

 The Developer Console is a tool that allows developers to access and edit code, execute SOQL and SOSL queries, debug and test code, view logs and performance data, and more. The Developer Console can help troubleshoot performance issues by providing information such as execution time, heap size, CPU time, and limits usage for each line of code. The Developer Console also has features such as the Performance Tree, the Execution Overview, and the Timeline View that can help identify and optimize the performance bottlenecks. The Developer Console is different from the other tools listed, as they are not designed for performance troubleshooting. AppExchange is a marketplace for Salesforce apps and components. Salesforce CLI is a command-line interface for managing Salesforce projects and orgs. Visual Studio Code IDE is an integrated development environment that supports Salesforce extensions and tools. References:

• Developer Console from the Salesforce Developer Center
• Troubleshoot Performance Using the Developer Console from the Salesforce Trailhead
• Developer Console Basics from the Salesforce Help

 Validation rules and record-triggered flows are two declarative options for building out the business logic layer of a Salesforce application. Validation rules allow the developer to define criteria and error messages to prevent invalid data from being saved1. Record-triggered flows allow the developer to automate actions based on changes in records, such as creating, updating, or deleting related records2. Both of these options can be configured and maintained by a Salesforce administrator without writing code. References:

• Validation Rules, Trailhead module
• Record-Triggered Automation, Trailhead module

The deployment will pass because the Apex code has the required >75% code coverage. In Salesforce, one of the prerequisites for deployment is that the Apex code must have at least 75% test coverage. This means that at least 75% of your Apex script must be executed by your test classes. Since in this case, the overall code coverage is 81%, it exceeds the minimum requirement, allowing for successful deployment. However, it is not a best practice to rely on indirect code coverage from other classes or triggers. The developer should write a separate test class for the trigger that covers all the possible scenarios and outcomes. Additionally, the test method should include assertions to verify the expected behavior and results of the code. References:

• Apex Developer Guide)
• Testing Apex - Trailhead)
• Free Salesforce Platform Developer 1 Practice Exam (With Answers))

A validation rule is a declarative way to enforce data quality and business logic on the records. A validation rule can prevent a record from being deleted if it does not meet certain criteria, such as having a specific field value. For example, a validation rule on the Container__c object could be:

NOT(ISPICKVAL(Status__c, “Decommissioned”))

This validation rule would prevent any Container record from being deleted unless its Status__c field is “Decommissioned”.

An Apex trigger is a programmatic way to execute custom logic before or after a record is inserted, updated, deleted, or undeleted. An Apex trigger can also prevent a record from being deleted by using the SObject.addError() method, which displays an error message and rolls back the transaction. For example, an Apex trigger on the Container__c object could be:

trigger ContainerTrigger on Container__c (before delete) { for (Container__c c : Trigger.old) { if (c.Status__c != ‘Decommissioned’) { c.addError(‘You can only delete decommissioned containers.’); } } }

This trigger would iterate over the records that are being deleted and check their Status__c field. If the field is not “Decommissioned”, it would add an error to the record and prevent the deletion.

B. After record-triggered flow and D. Before record-triggered flow are not correct answers because record-triggered flows cannot prevent records from being deleted. Record-triggered flows are a declarative way to automate business processes and execute actions when a record is created, updated, or deleted. However, record-triggered flows do not have the ability to display custom error messages or roll back transactions. Therefore, they cannot be used to enforce the business requirement of only allowing decommissioned containers to be deleted. References: Validation Rules, Apex Triggers, Record-Triggered Flows

Flow Builder is a powerful tool that lets you automate business processes by building flows. Flows are applications that can execute logic, interact with Salesforce, and guide users through screens for collecting and updating data. Flow Builder is ideal for creating guided call scripts that can branch based on user input and data values. Flow Builder can also leverage standard and custom objects, fields, and relationships to access and update data. Flow Builder does not require coding skills and can be used declaratively by admins and developers alike. References: The use of Flow Builder for creating call scripts can be referenced in Salesforce’s official documentation and learning modules, specifically under the section that covers business process automation with flows (Business Process Automation with Flows).

A global picklist value set is a collection of values that can be shared across multiple picklist fields on different objects1. By using a global picklist value set, a developer can streamline the maintenance of the picklist and their values, as they only need to define the values once and reuse them across multiple fields. The global picklist value set also restricts the values to the ones defined in the value set, so that users cannot enter or select other values1.

Option B is incorrect, because creating the picklist on each object as a required field and selecting “Display values alphabetically, not in the order entered” does not streamline the maintenance of the picklist and their values, nor does it restrict the values to the ones mentioned above. The developer would still need to create and maintain the picklist values for each object separately, and the users could still enter or select other values that are not ‘High’, ‘Medium’, or ‘Low’.

Option C is incorrect, because creating the picklist on each object and selecting “Restrict picklist to the values defined in the value set” does not streamline the maintenance of the picklist and their values, either. The developer would still need to create and maintain the picklist values for each object separately, even if they use the same value set. The only benefit of this option is that it restricts the values to the ones defined in the value set.

Option D is incorrect, because creating the picklist on each object and adding a validation rule to ensure data integrity is not the best approach to streamline the maintenance of the picklist and their values, while also restricting the values to the ones mentioned above. The developer would need to write and maintain the validation rule for each object, which is more complex and error-prone than using a global picklist value set. The validation rule would also run after the user enters or selects a value, which is less user-friendly than preventing the user from entering or selecting an invalid value in the first place.

References:

• Global Picklists | Salesforce Help
• Create Global Picklists | Salesforce Trailhead
• [Picklist Fields | Salesforce Help]

To implement the Apex method that is executed when a recommendation is rejected, the developer should keep in mind the following factors:

• The method must use the @Future annotation because it performs a callout to an external system, which is not allowed in synchronous Apex. The @Future annotation marks a method as asynchronous, meaning that it runs in a separate thread and does not block the main execution1.
• The method must use the @invocableMethod annotation because it is invoked from a flow that is triggered by the Einstein Next Best Action component. The @invocableMethod annotation enables an Apex method to be called from a flow, process, or REST API2.
• The method must be defined as static because it is annotated with @Future and @invocableMethod. Both annotations require the method to be static, meaning that it belongs to the class and not to any instance of the class3.

References:

• 1: Asynchronous Apex
• 2: Invocable Apex
• 3: Static and Instance Methods, Variables, and Initialization Code

A Lightning component can execute a complex SOQL query that joins two objects by invoking an Apex class with the method annotated as @AuraEnabled. This annotation enables the Apex method to be called from the Lightning component’s JavaScript controller or helper. The Apex method can then perform the SOQL query and return the results to the Lightning component. This approach allows the Lightning component to leverage the programmatic capabilities of Apex and SOQL to perform complex queries that are not possible with declarative tools such as flows or standard components. References:

• Certification - Platform Developer I - Trailhead, Section 5. Exam Outline, Topic: Logic and Process Automation, Weight: 46%, Objective: Describe how to use declarative and programmatic methods to create custom user interfaces on the Lightning Platform.
• [Call Apex Methods from Lightning Web Components], Trailhead Module, Unit: Call Apex Methods Imperatively
• [SOQL and SOSL Queries], Salesforce Developer Guide, Chapter: SOQL and SOSL Reference

 A standard list controller provides a list of records of a specific object type, such as Contact, and allows you to create Visualforce pages that can display or act on that data1. A standard list controller is suitable for this purpose, because it can easily query the contacts owned by the current user and display them in a table or list. A standard list controller also supports pagination, sorting, filtering, and mass actions2. A standard controller provides access to a single record of a specific object type, such as Account, and is not suitable for displaying a list of records1. A lightning controller is a JavaScript controller that handles user interactions and events in a Lightning web component, and is not related to Visualforce pages3. A custom controller is an Apex class that implements all the logic for a Visualforce page, and requires writing more code than using a standard list controller1. References:

• Standard Controllers and Standard List Controllers | Visualforce Developer Guide | Salesforce Developers
• Using Standard List Controllers | Visualforce Developer Guide | Salesforce Developers
• Lightning Web Components Developer Guide | Salesforce Developers

 To use a custom exception, you can create an instance of the custom exception class and use the throw keyword to throw the exception. You can also optionally provide a custom error message or a chained exception cause as arguments to the custom exception constructor. The syntax for throwing a custom exception is:

throw new CustomException(optional_message, optional_cause);

Therefore, the options B and D are valid ways to fire the custom exception in Apex. The options A and C are invalid because they only create an instance of the custom exception class, but do not throw it. Also, the option C uses single quotes instead of double quotes for the error message, which is not allowed in Apex. References: You can find more information about custom exceptions in the Apex Developer Guide and the Apex Reference Guide on Salesforce’s official website. You can also read this blog post for a tutorial on creating and using custom exceptions.

The most efficient way to ensure that the TotalJobs__c field on Account is kept up to date is to change it to a roll-up summary field. A roll-up summary field calculates values from related records, such as those in a related list1. In this case, the roll-up summary field on the Account object would count the number of ServiceJob__c records that are related to the Account via the partner_Service_Provider__c Lookup field. This is the simplest and most declarative way to achieve the requirement.

The other options are not valid because:

• Creating a record-triggered flow on ServiceJob__c would require more steps and logic than a roll-up summary field. A record-triggered flow would need to query the related Account record, update the TotalJobs__c field, and handle possible errors2. A record-triggered flow would also consume more system resources and limits than a roll-up summary field.
• Creating an Apex trigger on ServiceJob__c would require more coding and testing than a roll-up summary field. An Apex trigger would need to perform similar operations as a record-triggered flow, but with more complexity and less maintainability3. An Apex trigger would also consume more system resources and limits than a roll-up summary field.
• Creating a schedule-triggered flow on ServiceJob__c would not ensure that the TotalJobs__c field is kept up to date in real time. A schedule-triggered flow runs at a specified time or time interval, which means that the TotalJobs__c field could be outdated between the scheduled runs4. A schedule-triggered flow would also consume more system resources and limits than a roll-up summary field.

References:

• 1: Roll-Up Summary Field - Salesforce
• 2: Update Salesforce Records from a Flow
• 3: Inserting and Updating Records | Apex Developer Guide
• 4: Schedule-Triggered Flows - Salesforce

The Lead Source field is a standard picklist field that indicates the source of the lead, such as web, phone inquiry, partner referral, and others1. The Lead Source field is related to the contact, account, and opportunity Source fields, and the value can be inherited from one field to the next as a lead progresses through the funnel2. To ensure that a user populates the Lead Source field prior to converting a lead, the best option is to use a validation rule. A validation rule is a formula that evaluates the data in one or more fields and returns a value of true or false3. Validation rules verify that the data a user enters in a record meets the standards you specify before the user can save the record3. By creating a validation rule on the Lead object that checks if the Lead Source field is blank, you can prevent the user from converting the lead without filling in the Lead Source field. You can also display a custom error message to inform the user of the requirement3. For example, the validation rule formula could be:

ISBLANK(LeadSource)

And the error message could be:

Please enter a value for Lead Source before converting the lead.

Using a formula field, Lead Conversion field mapping, or an after trigger on Lead are not effective ways to ensure that the user populates the Lead Source field prior to converting a lead. A formula field is a read-only field that derives its value from a formula expression you define. It cannot be edited by the user and cannot enforce data entry. Lead Conversion field mapping is a way to specify how fields in the lead record are transferred to the fields in the contact, account, and opportunity records during lead conversion. It cannot prevent the user from converting the lead without entering the Lead Source field. An after trigger on Lead is a piece of Apex code that executes after a lead record is inserted, updated, deleted, or undeleted. It cannot validate the data entered by the user before the lead conversion occurs. References: 1 Lead | Object Reference for the Salesforce Platform | Salesforce Developers1, 2 Let’s Talk About Salesforce Lead Source | Salesforce Ben2, 3 Validation Rules | Salesforce Help3, Formula Field | Salesforce Field Reference Guide | Salesforce Developers, Map Lead Fields for Lead Conversion | Salesforce Help, Triggers | Apex Developer Guide | Salesforce Developers

A SOQL query can return a list of sObjects, a list of primitive data types, or a list of lists of primitive data types. A list is a collection of elements of the same data type. An sObject is a generic abstract type that corresponds to any Salesforce object, such as Account, Contact, or custom objects. A primitive data type is a basic data type, such as String, Boolean, Integer, Double, Date, or DateTime. A long is not a valid data type in Apex or SOQL, and an integer is a subtype of double, so they are not distinct return types for a SOQL query. References: Salesforce Object Query Language (SOQL), SOQL SELECT Syntax

An Assignment Flow element is a logic element that allows you to set values in variables, collection variables, record variables, record collection variables, and global variables1. You can use an Assignment Flow element to assign the support representative name to the custom field on the Case object based on the case origin. This way, you can automate the case assignment process without writing any code or using any formula. A trigger, a formula field, and a validation rule are not the best solutions for this scenario, as they either require code, are not dynamic, or do not change the field value. References: 1: Flow Element: Assignment - Salesforce

When multiple triggers are associated to the same object and event, such as before insert, Salesforce does not guarantee the order of execution of those triggers. Therefore, it is best practice to avoid having multiple triggers for the same object and event, and instead consolidate the logic into a single trigger handler class. This way, you can control the order of execution of your trigger logic and avoid unexpected results or conflicts. References: Triggers and Order of Execution, Best Practices for Implementing Salesforce Triggers, Trigger Order Of Execution In Apex

Debug logs are used to track events that occur in an org, such as database operations, Apex code execution, workflow processes, and API calls. Debug logs have different categories, levels, and filters that determine what information is logged and how much detail is included. Some of the statements about debug logs are:

• Debug log levels are cumulative, where FINE log level includes all events logged at the DEBUG, INFO, WARN, and ERROR levels. This means that setting a higher log level for a category will also log the events from the lower levels. For example, if the log level for Apex Code is FINE, then the debug log will include log messages generated by DML statements, inline SOQL or SOSL queries, the start and completion of any triggers, and the start and completion of any test method.
• The maximum size of a debug log is 5 MB. Debug logs that are larger than 5 MB are reduced in size by removing older log lines, such as log lines for earlier System.debug statements. The log lines can be removed from any location, not just the start of the debug log.
• System debug logs are retained for 24 hours. Monitoring debug logs are retained for seven days. System debug logs are generated when you have active user-based trace flags, when you run Apex tests, and when executed code or API requests include debugging parameters or headers. Monitoring debug logs are generated when you set debug log filters for specific users, classes, and triggers.

The other statements are not accurate because:

• Only the 20 most recent debug logs for a user are kept. This is not true, because the number of debug logs that are kept for a user depends on the log size and the retention period. For example, if a user has 10 debug logs that are each 1 MB in size, and another user has 10 debug logs that are each 500 KB in size, then the first user will have more debug logs retained than the second user, even if they both generated the same number of logs.
• Debug logs can be set for specific users, classes, and triggers. This is partially true, but not entirely. You can set debug log filters for specific users, classes, and triggers, but you cannot set debug log levels for them. Debug log levels are set at the org level, and they apply to all debug logs that are generated in the org.

References:

• : Debug Log Levels and Filters
• : Debug Log Size and Retention
• : Set Debug Log Filters

This SOQL query will get the record for the Viridian City gym and its trainers by using a subquery to fetch the related records from the Trainer_c object. The subquery uses the relationship name Trainer_c, which is the plural form of the custom object name with a suffix of __c. The main query uses the Name field of the Gym_c object to filter by the gym name. The query also uses the correct syntax for SOQL, which requires the use of the equal sign (=) for comparison operators, and single quotes (') for string literals. References: SOQL SELECT Syntax, [SOQL Relationships Between Objects], [SOQL Subquery]

https://developer.salesforce.com/docs/atlas.en-us.soql_sosl.meta/soql_sosl/sforce_api_calls_soql_relationships.htm : https://developer.salesforce.com/docs/atlas.en-us.soql_sosl.meta/soql_sosl/sforce_api_calls_soql_select_subquery.htm

The developer should use an external ID field to ensure the data being integrated is matched to the right records in Salesforce. An external ID field is a custom field that has the External ID attribute, meaning that it contains unique record identifiers from a system outside of Salesforce. When you integrate with an external system, you can use an external ID field to match records based on the external system’s ID, rather than the Salesforce ID. This way, you can avoid creating duplicate records or updating the wrong records. An external ID field can also be used as a relationship field to relate records to other objects. A lookup field is a relationship field that allows users to select a record from another object. A formula field is a read-only field that derives its value from a formula expression. An external object is a custom object that maps to data stored outside Salesforce, such as in an external database. These options are not relevant to matching records based on an external system’s ID. References:

• Salesforce Help: External ID Fields, page 1
• Trailhead: Platform Developer I Certification Study Guide: Data Modeling, unit 2

• Scheduled Flow and Record-Triggered Flow are two automation tools that a developer can recommend to meet the business requirements of sending a follow-up email reminder 6 hours after the stage_c field is set to ‘Waiting on customer’. They are both bulk safe, meaning they can handle large volumes of records without hitting governor limits12.
• Scheduled Flow is an automation tool that allows you to run a flow at a specific time or on a recurring schedule. You can use it to query the Case object for records that have the stage_c field set to ‘Waiting on customer’ and then send an email reminder to the case owner or the customer3 .
• Record-Triggered Flow is an automation tool that allows you to run a flow when a record is created or updated. You can use it to create a scheduled path that executes 6 hours after the stage_c field is set to ‘Waiting on customer’ and then send an email reminder to the case owner or the customer .
• Einstein Next Best Action and Process Builder are two other automation tools, but they are not suitable for meeting the business requirements. They are not bulk safe, meaning they can hit governor limits when processing large volumes of records12.
• Einstein Next Best Action is an automation tool that allows you to provide intelligent and contextual recommendations to users based on business rules and predictive models. It is not designed to send email reminders based on field values .
• Process Builder is an automation tool that allows you to create a process that performs actions when certain criteria are met. It can send email alerts, but it does not support time-based actions for record update triggers. It also has lower limits for the number of email alerts and scheduled actions than flows .

References:

• 1: Bulk Apex Triggers
• 2: Cert Prep: Platform Developer I: Automation and Logic
• 3: Schedule a Flow to Run at a Specific Time
• : Cert Prep: Platform Developer I: User Interface
• : [Create a Record-Triggered Flow]
• : Cert Prep: Platform Developer I: Data Modeling and Management
• : [Einstein Next Best Action Basics]
• : Cert Prep: Platform Developer I: Business Logic and Process Automation
• : [Create a Process That Performs Scheduled Actions]
• : Cert Prep: Platform Developer I: Testing and Debugging

 Importing data using the Data Loader and the Bulk API causes a before trigger to fire by default for Accounts. A before trigger is a type of trigger that executes before a record is saved to the database. A before trigger can be used to validate or modify the record values before they are inserted or updated1. When using the Data Loader or the Bulk API to import data, the before trigger will run for each batch of records that are processed2.

The other options are not correct because:

• Renaming or replacing picklist values does not cause a before trigger to fire, as it does not affect the record values directly. However, it may affect the validation rules or formulas that reference the picklist values3.
• Converting Leads to Contact accounts does not cause a before trigger to fire, as it is a special operation that bypasses the standard trigger execution order. Instead, the LeadConvert class can be used to override the default lead conversion process and invoke custom logic.
• Updating addresses using the Mass Address update tool does not cause a before trigger to fire, as it is a tool that allows users to update address fields on multiple records at once. However, it may cause an after trigger to fire, as it updates the records in the database.

References:

• 1: Triggers and Order of Execution
• 2: Bulk API Developer Guide
• 3: Rename or Replace Picklist Values
• : Apex Developer Guide: LeadConvert Class
• : Mass Update Addresses

 In order to update a record of a junction object, you must have Read/Write access on the primary relationship and Read/Write access on the junction object. A junction object is a custom object that is used to create a many-to-many relationship between two other objects via two master-detail relationships. The primary relationship is the first master-detail relationship that is created on the junction object, and the secondary relationship is the second master-detail relationship that is created on the junction object. To update a record of a junction object, you need to have Read/Write access on both the junction object and the primary relationship, because:

• Read/Write access on the junction object allows you to modify the fields and values of the junction object record, such as the name, description, or custom fields.
• Read/Write access on the primary relationship allows you to change the parent record of the junction object record, which is also known as reparenting. Reparenting is the process of moving a child record from one parent record to another in a master-detail relationship. Reparenting is not allowed by default in master-detail relationships, but it can be enabled by selecting the Allow reparenting option on the relationship field.

Read access on the primary relationship and Read/Write access on the secondary relationship are not sufficient to update a record of a junction object, because:

• Read access on the primary relationship does not allow you to change the parent record of the junction object record, which may be necessary for some updates. For example, if you want to move an OrderItem record from one Order record to another, you need to have Read/Write access on the primary relationship between OrderItem and Order.
• Read/Write access on the secondary relationship does not affect the update of the junction object record, because the secondary relationship is not involved in the update operation. The secondary relationship is only used to associate the junction object record with another parent record, but it does not allow you to modify the junction object record itself.

References: Junction Object, Reparent Records in Master-Detail Relationships, Prepare for Your Salesforce Platform Developer I Credential

The Create Records element allows you to create one or more new records of a specific object type in a Flow1. In this case, the developer needs to create a new Contact record and store its ID on the Opportunity record. The other options are either incorrect or unnecessary, as they do not create a new record or assign its ID to another record23. References:

• Create Records | Flow Builder | Salesforce Developers
• Get Records | Flow Builder | Salesforce Developers
• Update Records | Flow Builder | Salesforce Developers

The developer should implement either a Lightning component or a Visualforce page that performs the HTTP REST callout, and use a Lightning Action or a Visualforce quick action to expose the component on the Opportunity detail page. These methods allow the developer to create a user interface that can capture the user input and trigger the callout based on a user-initiated action. The Lightning component or the Visualforce page can use the Apex controller to invoke the HTTP callout using the built-in HTTP classes, such as HttpRequest, HttpResponse, and Http. The Lightning Action or the Visualforce quick action can be added to the page layout of the Opportunity object and configured to display the component in a modal dialog or a panel.

Creating a Process Builder or an after update trigger to perform the HTTP REST callout is not a suitable method for this business requirement, because these methods do not provide a user interface or a user-initiated action. The Process Builder or the trigger would execute the callout whenever the Opportunity is updated, regardless of the user input or intention. This could result in unnecessary or unwanted callouts, as well as hitting the governor limits for callouts.

References: Invoking HTTP Callouts, Configuring an HTTP Callout Action, Create HTTP Callout for Salesforce Flow, Invoking Callouts Using Apex, [Prepare for Your Salesforce Platform Developer I Credential]

The error occurs because the code is not bulkified, meaning it doesn’t efficiently handle more than one record at a time. In Salesforce, there are governor limits that restrict the number of records you can process to ensure that no single operation consumes too many resources. In this case:

• Option C: Moving the DML that saves opportunities outside of the for loop will help in bulkifying the code to handle multiple records efficiently without hitting governor limits.
• Option D: Querying for existing opportunities outside of the for loop will also contribute to making sure that the code is bulkified and efficient.

References: Apex Developer Guide on Bulkifying Code (1

The component is used to create editable fields that respect the field-level security and other attributes of the specified field on an object. It works with the component to display and save the values of record fields. The component automatically displays the correct input type based on the data type of the field. For example, if the field is a currency field, the component renders as a currency input. The component also respects the user’s locale and currency settings. See lightning-input-field1 for more details. References: 1: lightning-input-field | Apex Reference Guide | Salesforce Developers(https://developer.salesforce.com/docs/component-library/bundle/lightning-input/documentation)

 The @InvocableMethod annotation is used to identify a method in an Apex class that can be called from a flow, a bot, or an NBA strategy. It is a helpful annotation to provide a seamless admin-friendly way to call the Apex code using simple flows. Invoking Apex from flow is a significant option for providing design patterns that can solve many business problems while also providing great user experience. The other annotations are not suitable for this scenario, as they have different purposes and limitations. For example, the @future annotation is used to execute a method asynchronously, the @RemoteAction annotation is used to expose a method to a Visualforce page, and the @AuraEnabled annotation is used to enable a method to be called from a Lightning web component or an Aura component. References: Annotations, How to Invoke Apex from Flows Using InvocableMethod Annotation, Salesforce Flow

The best option to support these requirements is to create a lookup field from Engineering_Support__c to Opportunity. This will allow users to associate multiple Engineering_Support__c records to a single Opportunity record, and also enable the use of roll-up summary fields on the Opportunity object to display aggregate information about the related Engineering_Support__c records. A lookup field creates a relationship that links two objects together, but does not affect record ownership, security, or deletion.

References:

• Custom Objects (1)
• Relationships Among Standard Objects and Fields (2)
• Create Object Relationships (3)

The number of times a trigger can fire depends on the number of records that are processed and the number of DML operations that are performed. Some operations can cause the trigger to fire multiple times, either by updating the same records or by updating related records. These operations include:

• Process Flows: A process flow is a declarative tool that can automate complex business processes by executing actions based on criteria. A process flow can update the same record that triggered it, or a related record, which can cause the trigger to fire again1.
• Workflow Rules: A workflow rule is a declarative tool that can automate tasks and field updates based on criteria. A workflow rule can update the same record that triggered it, or a related record, which can cause the trigger to fire again2.
• Roll-Up Summary fields: A roll-up summary field is a custom field that aggregates child record information into a parent record. A roll-up summary field can update the parent record when a child record is inserted, updated, deleted, or undeleted, which can cause the trigger to fire again3.

The other options do not affect the number of times a trigger can fire. Criteria-based sharing calculations and email messages do not update records or cause DML operations. References:

• Process Automation | Salesforce Help
• Workflow Rules | Salesforce Help
• Roll-Up Summary Fields | Salesforce Help

A scratch org is a temporary Salesforce instance, typically used for a specific development. To create and manage scratch orgs, a developer needs to enable the Dev Hub feature in a Salesforce org. The Dev Hub org acts as a central hub for creating and tracking scratch orgs. The Dev Hub org can be a production org, a developer edition org, or a business org. The Dev Hub feature is not available in sandboxes or environment hubs. References: Scratch Orgs | Salesforce DX Developer Guide, Get Started With Salesforce Scratch Orgs

QUESTIN NO: 4

A developer must implement a CheckPaymentProcessor class that provides check processing payment capabilities that adhere to what defined for payments in the PaymentProcessor interface. public interface PaymentProcessor { void pay(Decimal amount); } Which is the correct implementation to use the PaymentProcessor interface class?

A. Public class CheckPaymentProcessor implements PaymentProcessor {

public void pay(Decimal amount) {}

}

B. Public class CheckPaymentProcessor implements PaymentProcessor {

public void pay(Decimal amount);

}

C. Public class CheckPaymentProcessor extends PaymentProcessor {

public void pay(Decimal amount);

}

D. Public class CheckPaymentProcessor extends PaymentProcessor {

public void pay(Decimal amount) {}

}

Answer: A

To use the PaymentProcessor interface class, the CheckPaymentProcessor class must implement the interface using the implements keyword and provide a concrete implementation of the pay method with the same signature as defined in the interface. The extends keyword is used for inheritance, not for implementing interfaces. The pay method must have a body with curly braces, not a semicolon. References:

• Get Started with Platform Developer I Study Guide - Salesforce
• Certification - Platform Developer I - Trailhead
• SALESFORCE CERTIFIED PLATFORM DEVELOPER I

The global access modifier declares that the class and method are known by all Apex code everywhere, not just within the same application or package namespace. This access modifier must be used for any method that must be referenced outside of the application, either in SOAP API or by other Apex code1. The other options are either incorrect or insufficient, as they do not guarantee the accessibility of the method outside the package namespace2. References:

• Access Modifiers | Apex Developer Guide | Salesforce Developers
• Global Modifier Accessing Public Elements in a Managed Package

The problem of duplicate order records is caused by the integration not being able to identify the existing order record in Salesforce and creating a new one instead. To prevent this, the integration needs to use a unique identifier that can match the order record in both systems. The order number in the OMS can serve as such an identifier, if it is guaranteed to be unique and not reused. Therefore, the following actions can prevent the duplicate order records from being created in Salesforce:

• Option A: Ensure that the order number in the OMS is unique. This will ensure that there is no ambiguity or confusion when matching the order records in both systems.
• Option B: Use the order number from the OMS as an external ID. An external ID is a custom field that can be used to store a unique identifier from an external system. By using the order number from the OMS as an external ID, the integration can use the upsert operation to either insert a new order record or update an existing one based on the external ID value.

References:

• Trailhead: Data Modeling (1)
• Trailhead: Data Integration (2)
• Apex Developer Guide: Upserting Records (3)

You can render any page as a PDF by adding the renderAs attribute to the  component, and specifying "pdf" as the rendering service1. For example: . You can also use the PageReference.getContentAsPDF() method in Apex to render a Visualforce page as PDF data, and then use Apex code to convert that PDF data to an email attachment, a document, a Chatter post, and so on2. References:

• 1: Render a Visualforce Page as a PDF File | Visualforce Developer Guide | Salesforce Developers
• 2: Render a Visualforce Page as PDF from Apex | Visualforce Developer Guide | Salesforce Developers

The correct answer is to move all of the logic to a Queueable class that queries for and updates the Assets and call it from the trigger. This is because when dealing with bulk data, triggers can often hit governor limits. By utilizing a Queueable class, the developer can perform asynchronous processing which helps in handling more records and avoiding hitting governor limits. References: The Salesforce Platform Developer I Learning documents emphasize on understanding the governor limits and how to write efficient code that can handle bulk data without hitting these limits. Asynchronous processing like Batch Apex, Future methods, or Queueable Apex is often recommended for bulk data handling. You can find more information on these topics in the following links: Apex Developer Guide, Trailhead

Cross site scripting (XSS) is a vulnerability that occurs when an attacker can insert unauthorized HTML or JavaScript code into a web page viewed by other users. This can lead to hijacking the user’s session, stealing confidential information, or defacing the page. To prevent XSS, the developer should always validate and encode any user-supplied data before displaying it on the page. The ApexPages.currentPage() .getParameters() .get(‘url_param’) method returns the value of the URL parameter as a string, but does not perform any validation or encoding. Therefore, it is vulnerable to XSS if the parameter contains malicious code. The ApexPages.currentPage() .getParameters() .get(‘url_param’) .escapeHtml4() method escapes the HTML characters in the parameter value, such as <, >, &, and ", but does not prevent JavaScript code from being executed. Therefore, it is also vulnerable to XSS if the parameter contains a script tag or an event handler attribute. The String.escapeSingleQuotes(ApexPages.currentPage() .getParameters(). get(‘url_param’)) method escapes the single quotes in the parameter value, but does not affect any other characters. Therefore, it is also vulnerable to XSS if the parameter contains any HTML or JavaScript code. The String.ValueOf(ApexPages.currentPage() .getParameters() .get(‘url_param’)) method converts the parameter value to a string and encodes any HTML characters as HTML entities, such as <, >, &, and ". This prevents any HTML or JavaScript code from being rendered or executed on the page. Therefore, it is the best option to prevent XSS. References: You can learn more about XSS and how to prevent it in Apex from the following sources:

• Cross Site Scripting (XSS) | Apex Developer Guide
• Secure Coding Cross Site Scripting | Secure Coding Guide
• Cross-Site Scripting in Apex | SecureFlag Security Knowledge Base

The correct option is C, which includes the import statement for an Apex method named updateAccounts in the class AccountController. In Salesforce, to use an Apex method in a Lightning Web Component (LWC), you need to import it using a specific syntax. The syntax includes the import keyword followed by the method name from '@salesforce/apex/ClassName.MethodName'. This makes the Apex method available for use within the LWC. References:

• 1: Order of Execution (Apex Developer Guide)
• 2: Use a Static Resource (Lightning Web Components Developer Guide)
• 3: Call Apex Methods | Lightning Web Components Developer Guide …
• 4: Wire Apex Methods to Components | Lightning Web Components Developer …
• 5: How to call the apex method in lightning web component
• 6: Using Apex | Lightning Aura Components Developer Guide | Salesforce …