ABOUT THE EXAM
Candidates should have experience developing and deploying business logic and user interfaces using the programmatic capabilities of the Lightning Platform.
Get the Exam Guide
Get the Exam Guide
Study & Prepare
Learn at your own pace with a learning path designed just for you.
~43 hrs 10 mins
Trailmix - Salesforce Trailhead
Preparing to take your Salesforce Platform Developer I credential? Check out this trailmix that has been curated to help you get exam ready!
~1 hr 45 mins
Trail - Salesforce Trailhead
Get ready for the platform developer I certification exam with interactive study tools.
Join the community
Collaborate and study with fellow Trailblazers in the Trailblazer Community
Learn the skills
Learn with Salesforce experts and use the community to help you succeed.
Classes and Workshops
Maintain Your Credential
| Maintenance Module | Date Available | Completion Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Spring '24 | Available Now! | April 2025 |
| Summer ‘24 | Available Now! | August 2025 |
| Winter ‘25 | Available Now! | December 2025 |
Related Credentials
4 Modules
Superbadge
Use integration and business logic to push your Apex coding skills to the limit.
Certification
The Salesforce B2C Commerce Developer credential is designed for those who have experience as full-stack developers for Salesforce Commerce Cloud Digital.
Certification
The Salesforce Platform App Builder credential is designed for those who can demonstrate skills and knowledge in designing, building, and implementing custom applications using the declarative customization capabilities of the Salesforce Platform.
Certification
The Salesforce Platform Developer II (PDII) credential is designed for those who have the skills and experience in advanced programmatic capabilities of the Salesforce Platform and data modeling to develop complex business logic and interfaces.