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An org has an existing Flow that creates an Opportunity with an Update Records element. A developer update the Flow to also create a Contact and store the created Contact's ID on the Opportunity. Which update should the developer make in the Flow?

A. Add a new Get Records element.

B. Add a new Update Records element.

C. Add a new Quick Action element(of type Create).

D. Add a new Create Records element.

D.   Add a new Create Records element.

Explanation:

✅ D. Add a new Create Records element.
The developer needs to create a new Contact record and then associate it with the Opportunity. The Create Records element in a Salesforce Flow is used specifically for this purpose—to create one or more new records for a specified object.

Here's a breakdown of why the other options are incorrect:

❌ A. Add a new Get Records element:
This element is used to find and retrieve existing records. It would be used if the Contact already existed and the developer needed to find it, but the requirement is to create a new one.

❌ B. Add a new Update Records element:
This element is used to modify existing records. It can't be used to create a new record from scratch.

❌ C. Add a new Quick Action element (of type Create):
Quick actions are typically used in the user interface to perform actions on a record, such as creating a new related record. While a quick action can be used to create a record, the Create Records element is the standard and most direct way to create records programmatically within a Flow. It provides more control and is designed for back-end record creation logic.

A developer must create a Lightning component that allows users to input Contact record information to create a Contact record, including a Salary c custom field. What should the developer use, along with a lightning-record-edit-form, so that Salary__c field functions as a currency input and is only viewable and editable by users that have the correct field level permissions on Salary _c?

A. A.

B. B.

C. C.

D. D.

A.   A.

Explanation:

To create a form that:

Lets users input data for a Contact record (including a custom Salary__c field),
Automatically renders currency formatting for a Currency field, and
Respects field-level security (FLS) (so only users with access can view or edit it),
You should use the component inside a .

Why C is correct:

automatically determines the field type (like Currency for Salary__c) and renders the appropriate input UI.
It also respects FLS — users without view or edit permission won’t see or be able to change the field.
It’s the recommended way to include fields in lightning-record-edit-form.

The other options (A, B, D):

Likely involve either manual input fields like or custom logic, which:

Do not automatically respect FLS, and
Require extra work to validate and submit data properly.

Universal Container wants Opportunities to no longer be editable when reaching the Clousd stage. How should a develoiper accomplish this?

A. Use the Process Automation setting.

B. Mark fields as read-only on the page layout.

C. Use flow Builder

D. Use a validation rule.

D.   Use a validation rule.

Explanation:

To prevent editing Opportunities once they reach the "Closed" stage, the best solution is:

✅ Create a validation rule that prevents updates when StageName = 'Closed'
Validation rules allow you to enforce business logic and prevent specific changes based on field values or other conditions.

🔍 Example Validation Rule:

AND(
ISCHANGED(StageName),
ISPICKVAL(StageName, "Closed")
)

Or to prevent any edits once the Opportunity is closed:

You can also add exceptions if needed (e.g., allow system admins).

Why other options are incorrect:

A. Use the Process Automation setting
❌ Not a valid Salesforce setting for field/edit restrictions.

B. Mark fields as read-only on the page layout
❌ Only affects the UI and can be bypassed via API or integration tools.

C. Use Flow Builder
❌ Flows are good for automation but not ideal for enforcing edit restrictions. You’d still need a validation rule or Apex.

Ursa Major Solar has a custom object, serviceJob-o, with an optional Lookup field to Account called partner-service-Provider_c. The TotalJobs-o field on Account tracks the total number of serviceJob-o records to which a partner service provider Account is related. What is the most efficient way to ensure that the Total job_o field kept up to data?

A. Change TotalJob_o to a roll-up summary field.

B. Create a record-triggered flow on ServiceJob_o.

C. Create an Apex trigger on ServiceJob_o.

D. Create a schedule-triggered flow on ServiceJob_o.

B.   Create a record-triggered flow on ServiceJob_o.

Explanation:

Ursa Major Solar needs to keep the TotalJobs__c field on Account up to date with the number of ServiceJob__c records related via an optional Lookup field (Partner_Service_Provider__c).
Because this is an optional lookup, not a master-detail relationship, you cannot use a roll-up summary field. Instead, you need to calculate and update the total using automation.

✔️ Why B. Record-Triggered Flow is the best option:

✅ Declarative, no code required
✅ Supports logic based on lookup relationships
✅ Can handle create, update, and delete events
✅ Easily maintainable and more efficient than Apex for simple logic
✅ Most efficient non-code approach that satisfies the requirement

Why other options are not ideal:

A. Change TotalJob__c to a roll-up summary field
❌ Not possible: roll-up summary fields only work with master-detail relationships, and Partner_Service_Provider__c is a lookup.

C. Create an Apex trigger on ServiceJob__c
❌ Functional, but unnecessary unless the logic is complex.
More maintenance-heavy and requires unit tests.

D. Create a schedule-triggered flow on ServiceJob__c
❌ Not efficient for real-time updates.
Delays data consistency and is resource-intensive.

Where are two locations a developer can look to find information about the status of asynchronous or future methods? Choose 2 answers

A. Apex Flex Queue

B. Apex Jobs

C. Paused Flow Interviews component

D. Time-Based Workflow Monitor

A.   Apex Flex Queue
B.   Apex Jobs

Explanation:

When dealing with asynchronous processing in Salesforce (like @future, Queueable, Batchable, or Scheduled jobs), it’s important to monitor their status, progress, and results. Salesforce provides two primary tools to track this: the Apex Jobs page and the Apex Flex Queue.

🔹 A. Apex Flex Queue ✔
This is where up to 100 queued batch jobs are stored before they are moved to the active job queue.
Useful for tracking batch jobs that are waiting to be executed.
Located in Setup > Apex Flex Queue.

🔹 B. Apex Jobs ✔
The central place to monitor the status of all asynchronous Apex operations, including:

@future methods
Queueable, Batchable, Schedulable classes
You can check whether jobs have succeeded, failed, or are still processing.
Located in Setup > Apex Jobs.

Why Not the Other Options?

❌ C. Paused Flow Interviews Component
This only tracks paused flows, not Apex asynchronous jobs or @future methods.

❌ D. Time-Based Workflow Monitor This is used to track workflow rule-based time triggers, such as email alerts, not Apex executions.

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The Salesforce Platform Developer I certification is designed for professionals who want to demonstrate their knowledge of Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWC), and Salesforce platform customization. Earning this certification validates your ability to build custom apps and extend Salesforce functionality beyond declarative tools.
To prepare, candidates should:

• Review the official exam guide on Trailhead.
• Practice coding in Apex and building apps with Lightning Web Components.
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• Work through real-world practice projects and mock tests.
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The exam evaluates your ability to design and build custom applications on Salesforce using Apex, LWC, Visualforce, and declarative tools. Skills tested include data modeling, process automation, governor limits, testing, and deployment.
Common challenges include:

Governor Limits: Remembering restrictions and applying them correctly.
SOQL and SOSL queries: Knowing when to use each.
Triggers vs. Flows: Choosing the right declarative vs. programmatic solution.
Asynchronous Apex (Future, Queueable, Batch, Schedulable): Identifying the correct use case.
Practicing real-world scenarios in a Developer Org helps overcome these challenges.
Yes. Scenario-based questions require choosing the best solution, for example:

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• Choosing between synchronous and asynchronous Apex for performance.
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