PDII

Mastering the Salesforce Platform with the PDII Certification

Salesforce is one of the most widely used cloud-based CRM platforms in the world, with over 150,000 customers and counting. As the demand for Salesforce developers continues to rise, the need for skilled professionals who can design and build complex solutions on the platform has also grown. This is where the Salesforce Certified Platform Developer II exam comes in. In this article, we will explore the benefits of the PDII certification and what it takes to pass the exam.

 

Why Get Certified?

Becoming a Salesforce Certified Platform Developer II can provide you with many benefits, including:

Industry Recognition: The PDII certification is a globally recognized credential that validates your skills as an experienced Salesforce developer.

Career Advancement: With the PDII certification, you can showcase your expertise and increase your chances of getting better job opportunities and promotions.

Greater Earning Potential: According to Salesforce, certified developers earn an average of 22% more than their non-certified counterparts.

Knowledge Enhancement: Preparing for the PDII exam requires a deep understanding of the Salesforce platform, which can help you become a more knowledgeable and valuable developer.

Preparing for the PDII Exam

The PDII exam is designed to test your knowledge and skills in designing and building custom applications using the Salesforce platform. To prepare for the exam, you should have experience with advanced programming concepts, Apex, and Visualforce. You should also have knowledge of integration, data management, and deployment. Here are some tips for preparing for the PDII exam:

Understand the Exam Blueprint: The PDII exam is based on a blueprint that outlines the topics and skills that will be covered on the exam. Familiarize yourself with the blueprint and use it as a study guide.

Take Online Courses: Certsgrade offers several online courses that can help you prepare for the PDII exam. These courses cover topics such as Apex design patterns, integration, and testing.

Use Study Materials: Certsgrade’s study material available online, including practice exams, study guides, pdf dumps, exam questions and answers and flashcards. These can help you reinforce your knowledge and identify areas where you need to focus your study efforts.

Build Real-World Applications: Building real-world applications using the Salesforce platform can help you apply your knowledge and gain practical experience.

 

Taking the PDII Exam

Once you have prepared for the PDII exam, it is time to take the test. The exam consists of 60 multiple-choice and multiple-select questions, which you must complete within 120 minutes. The passing score for the exam is 65%. Take your time to read each question carefully and make sure you understand what is being asked.

Try to pace yourself throughout the exam to ensure you have enough time to answer all the questions. If you are unsure of an answer, try to eliminate any obviously wrong choices to increase your chances of selecting the correct one. Once you have completed the exam, review your answers to ensure you have answered all the questions and to check for any mistakes.

Course Objectives for PDII Certification Exam

 

Apex Development (40%)

• Apex syntax and best practices
• Apex classes and interfaces
• Apex triggers
• Apex web services and callouts
• Batch Apex and Schedule Apex
• Apex testing and debugging
• Dynamic Apex and SOQL

Data Modeling and Management (20%)

• Data modeling and database design
• Data manipulation language (DML) and data manipulation using Apex
• Data access and security
• SOSL and SOQL
• Reports and dashboards
• Data migration

Integration (20%)

• REST and SOAP APIs
• JSON and XML parsing
• Outbound messaging
• Salesforce Connect
• Streaming API
• Heroku Connect

User Interface (UI) Development (10%)

• Visualforce pages and components
• Lightning components and applications
• Lightning events and actions
• Lightning Data Service

Debugging and Deployment (10%)

• Debugging and troubleshooting Apex code
• Deployment using the Metadata API and change sets
• Deployment best practices
• Apex security and code analysis

The exam is a multiple-choice exam consisting of 60 questions that must be completed within 120 minutes. The passing score is 68%, or 41 correct answers out of the 60 questions. The questions are distributed across the five exam topics listed above, with varying weightage for each topic.

 

Conclusion
The PDII certification is a valuable credential for Salesforce developers who want to demonstrate their expertise and advance their careers. To pass the PDII exam, you need to have a deep understanding of the Salesforce platform, advanced programming concepts, and experience with building custom applications.

By preparing thoroughly and following the tips outlined in this article, you can increase your chances of passing the exam and becoming a certified Salesforce Platform Developer II.  In conclusion, this IT course provides a comprehensive overview of the latest technologies and industry best practices. We hope you found it useful. Keep learning and growing! Connect with us on:

 

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