Get Started with Platform App Builder Certification Prep

Learning Objectives

After completing this unit, you’ll be able to:

• Describe the key topic areas of the Salesforce Platform App Builder Certification.
• Access resources to prepare yourself for the Salesforce Platform App Builder Certification.

The Salesforce Platform App Builder Certification

The Salesforce Platform App Builder credential is designed for individuals who have experience developing custom applications on the Lightning Platform. They enhance the Salesforce Platform experience and extend Salesforce functionality through development and enablement on the Lightning Platform.

Salesforce Platform App Builders generally have at least 6 months’ experience in the following areas.

• Familiarity with the capabilities of the Lightning Platform
• Awareness of Salesforce license types and related considerations
• Ability to design applications to support business processes and reporting requirements
• Familiarity with capabilities and customization used to enhance the mobile user experience
• Familiarity with the Salesforce development environments and the options available to deploy applications and manage changes on the Lightning Platform

This exam covers these key sections, each making up a certain percentage of the exam.

• Salesforce Fundamentals: 23%
• User Interface: 17%
• Data Modeling and Management: 22%
• Business Logic and Process Automation: 28%
• App Deployment: 10%

By successfully passing the Salesforce Platform App Builder exam, you demonstrate a thorough knowledge of developing custom applications on the Lightning Platform.

Preparing for the Exam

Preparing for the Salesforce Platform App Builder exam takes time! This module takes you through preparing for part of the exam. There is one additional module to help you continue your journey toward certification.

• Platform App Builder Certification Prep: Data Modeling and App Deployment

All modules contain real-world scenarios, interactive flashcards, links to resources, and key topic areas to study. Don’t forget to join the Trailblazer Community, where you can ask questions, collaborate, and join groups to help you prepare for your exam.

Download the Guide

Would you like a hard copy of this module’s content as a study aid? Download the Platform App builder Cert Prep: Fundamentals and User Interface guide. (Each module in this trail includes a link to a printable version of the content that you can download.)

Exam Logistics and Policies

Curious about the logistics of the exam? Here are some quick facts for you.

The quality of our certification exams and the value our credentials provide is our highest priority. Protecting the security and confidentiality of our exams is essential to providing our customers with credentials that are respected and industry leading. 

As a participant of the Salesforce Certification Program, you’re required to accept the terms of the Salesforce Credential and Certification Program Agreement. Below are important reminders about Salesforce certification exam-taking policies. You may also review these policies in detail in the Salesforce Credential and Certification Program Agreement and Code of Conduct Trailhead Help article.

Salesforce Certification Program participants should:

• Use Salesforce-approved study materials available on Trailhead to prepare for your certification exam, including certification exam guides, trailmixes/trails, Trailhead Academy courses, and Trailhead LIVE sessions
• Collaborate with other Trailblazers in the Trailblazer Community by joining a community group and finding a study buddy and/or mentor
• Review and abide by the guidelines for online proctored and in-person certification exams
• Submit a case with the Credential Security Team if you see any activity that undermines credential security

Salesforce Certification Program participants are prohibited from:

• Sharing, using, or requesting certification exam questions and answers, or superbadge solutions
• Offering, receiving, or asking for help during a certification exam
• Engaging in any behavior that violates the Salesforce Credential and Certification Program Agreement

Consequences for violating the program agreement include but are not limited to:

• Cancellation of upcoming and in progress certification exams
• Suspension from earning or revocation of Salesforce Credentials
• Removal from the Salesforce Credentialing Program and/or the Trailblazer Community

Maintain Your Certification

To maintain your Salesforce Credentials, all certified professionals must successfully complete release maintenance modules specific to their credentials once per year. You may view specific maintenance requirements here. If you don’t complete your maintenance modules by the completion deadline, your credentials will expire.

For more information about certification maintenance, visit the Maintaining Your Salesforce Credential page.

What This Module Covers

This module is focused on these key topics, with each topic covered in its own unit.

• Salesforce Fundamentals: 23%
• User Interface: 17%

In each of the units, you learn the key areas to study for each section of the exam, including working through common scenarios.

Up first, dive into the exam section on Salesforce Fundamentals. Let's go!

Resources

• Help Article: Salesforce Credential and Certification Program Agreement and Code of Conduct
• Trailhead: Prepare for Your Salesforce Platform App Builder Credential
• Trailhead: App Builder Super Set