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Salesforce Platform Fundamentals for Developers

Developing effectively on the Salesforce Platform requires a strong grasp of the platform fundamentals. This course will teach you the basic principles and strategies for success when building applications with Salesforce.

Beginner
2h 17m
(19)

Created by Mehdi Maujood

Last Updated Jan 22, 2021

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Salesforce Platform Fundamentals for Developers

Developing effectively on the Salesforce Platform requires a strong grasp of the platform fundamentals. This course will teach you the basic principles and strategies for success when building applications with Salesforce.

Beginner
2h 17m
(19)

Created by Mehdi Maujood

Last Updated Jan 22, 2021

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What you'll learn

Building software on the Salesforce Platform can cut down development time from months to days, but it requires a unique approach. In this course, Salesforce Platform Fundamentals for Developers, you'll learn why the platform can be so powerful. First, you'll review fundamentals that software developers would need to know to build successful solutions using Salesforce.

Next, you'll dive into learning about the Salesforce database and see how it differs from conventional databases. Next, you'll learn about the database-driven user interface including custom-coded and point-and-click customizations. Then, you'll explore how and when to extend applications using code. Finally, you'll learn about the robust permissions and sharing model.

When you’re finished with this course, you'll have the knowledge to design solutions on the Salesforce Platform.

Salesforce Platform Fundamentals for Developers
Beginner
2h 17m
(19)
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Mehdi Maujood - Pluralsight course - Salesforce Platform Fundamentals for Developers
Mehdi Maujood
3 courses 4.9 author rating 61 ratings

Mehdi has 10+ of experience writing software for fortune 500 companies like Toyota, Nestle, Audi and many others. His skill-set includes JavaScript, .NET and Salesforce.

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