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Apex Development and Salesforce Automation

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Apex Development and Salesforce Automation

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

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2 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

2 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Understand and implement key Apex collections such as Lists, Sets, and Maps.

  • Learn to create classes, methods, and constructors for efficient Salesforce automation.

  • Master Salesforce database operations, DML statements, and relationship queries.

  • Develop skills in Apex testing, debugging, and exception handling to create error-free applications.

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April 2026

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18 assignments

Taught in English

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This course is part of the Salesforce Certified Apex & LWC Development Bootcamp Specialization
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There are 16 modules in this course

In this module, we will introduce you to Apex collections such as Lists, Sets, and Maps, exploring when and how to use each one effectively. You'll also learn how to declare and manipulate List variables, handle common exceptions, and distinguish between Sets and Lists for optimal data management in Apex.

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5 videos2 readings1 assignment

In this module, we will delve into the core concepts of Apex classes and objects, showing you how to create classes and define methods within them. You'll learn about access modifiers, method overloading, and how to organize your code for maximum reusability and scalability.

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5 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will introduce you to constructors in Apex and demonstrate how they are used to initialize objects. You’ll learn how to manage instance variables with private access modifiers and get hands-on experience with constructor examples to solidify your understanding.

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3 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will break down the differences between static and non-static methods and variables in Apex. You’ll learn when and how to use each type for memory management, data manipulation, and creating well-structured classes in your Salesforce applications.

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3 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will introduce sObjects in Salesforce, explaining how they are used to represent records in the system. You’ll learn how to declare lists of sObjects and explore best practices for handling them in your Apex code to ensure efficient data management.

What's included

1 video1 assignment

In this module, we will guide you through the process of installing and using the Salesforce Inspector extension. You’ll learn how to inspect Salesforce metadata and data effectively, enhancing your troubleshooting and development workflow.

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1 video1 assignment

In this module, we will explore both SOSL and SOQL queries, showing you when and how to use each to retrieve Salesforce records. You'll learn how to write efficient queries and explore advanced SOQL features like filtering, grouping, and counting to get the most out of your data retrieval.

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4 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will guide you through using DML (Data Manipulation Language) statements in Apex to manage Salesforce records. You'll learn how to insert, update, delete, and upsert records, along with best practices for ensuring data integrity and performance.

What's included

6 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will explain how database methods in Apex differ from DML statements and how to use them for optimized data handling. You’ll learn to perform partial updates and track success or failure of your DML operations using the Database Save Result array.

What's included

4 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will introduce you to relationship queries in Apex, showing how to efficiently query records based on parent-child relationships. You’ll gain hands-on experience with custom objects and learn to optimize data retrieval in Salesforce using these relationship queries.

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5 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will introduce you to Apex triggers, which allow you to automate key business processes in Salesforce. You’ll learn how to create and configure triggers and use context variables to control and streamline your automation workflows.

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5 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will explore Batch Apex in Salesforce, which is used for processing large datasets asynchronously. You’ll learn about Stateless vs. Stateful Batch Apex and gain practical experience by implementing Batch Apex processes for efficient data handling.

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5 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will show you how to expose your Apex classes as REST and SOAP web services in Salesforce. You’ll learn how to set up these services to integrate Salesforce with external systems, enabling seamless data exchange.

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1 video1 assignment

In this module, we will dive into exception handling in Apex, showing you how to use try-catch-finally blocks to manage errors. You’ll learn to handle common exceptions in Apex and explore best practices for ensuring smooth operation even when errors occur.

What's included

10 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will guide you through writing effective test classes for Apex code, ensuring your functions work as expected. You’ll also learn how to measure code coverage and debug your code for better performance and smooth deployment.

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5 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will explain Salesforce’s Governor Limits and how they impact your code’s resource usage. You’ll learn strategies to optimize your Apex code and avoid reaching these limits, ensuring your Salesforce operations run smoothly and efficiently.

What's included

4 videos1 reading3 assignments

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