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What is PK Chunking? PK Chunking is a feature in Salesforce’s Bulk API designed to optimize the processing of large datasets by breaking them into smaller, manageable chunks. This method is particularly beneficial when working with objects containing millions of records, as it helps prevent timeouts and ensures efficient use of system resources. How PK … Read more
Salesforce deployments are integral to managing and evolving your Salesforce environment. Two primary methods of deploying changes in Salesforce are “validate only” deployments and “unlocked package” deployments. Each approach has its strengths and weaknesses, and the choice between them can significantly impact the efficiency, reliability, and maintainability of your Salesforce org. This is particularly true … Read more
Introduction Salesforce Hyperforce is a significant innovation in the realm of cloud computing, specifically tailored for Salesforce customers. As businesses evolve and data requirements expand, the need for scalable, secure, and compliant cloud infrastructure becomes critical. Hyperforce addresses these needs by reimagining Salesforce’s architecture, making it more robust, flexible, and aligned with the diverse regulatory … Read more
OmniStudio is a suite of Salesforce tools designed to enhance the customer experience by streamlining data processes and enabling guided interactions. These tools offer a range of functionalities that help create seamless, automated workflows and integrate data from multiple sources. This tutorial will cover the basics of OmniStudio, its benefits, and detailed descriptions and examples … Read more
As part of Summer 24 improvements, External Clients App, the “Connected App v2”, now has a frontend to create them and support more oAuth flows. They were designed to improve security and resolve the cumbersome packaging and distribution issues that affect connected apps. In Salesforce’s own words, External Client Apps are the new generation of connected apps. … Read more
Imagine a scenario where you need to check complex conditions on an SObject record and don’t want to or can’t create a formula field on the object? Dynamic formula evaluation solves your problem. This capability was added in Summer 24. Let’s see an example: FormulaEval.FormulaInstance isPrimeCustomer = Formula.builder() .withType(Account.SObjectType) .withReturnType(FormulaEval.FormulaReturnType.BOOLEAN) .withFormula(‘AnnualRevenue > 30000 AND ISPICKVAL(Industry, … Read more
After the Summer ’24 release, Salesforce will allow administrators to set component visibility for tabs, which was not possible before. Tab visibility is similar to component visibility in that it allows administrators to control the display of individual tabs on a Lightning page based on specific criteria or conditions. This feature enhances the customization and dynamic nature … Read more
In the past, it was only possible to get execution run times in Apex test class methods by looking at the ApexTestResult object which represented the result of an Apex test method execution. Previously, information about limits and cumulative run time was available only by parsing the appropriate method sections in the debug log. Starting … Read more
Salesforce Flow Orchestration is a tool that allows you to automate complex business processes involving multiple steps and approvals. It’s useful for managing long-running processes that require human intervention and coordination across different departments. Step-by-Step Tutorial on Salesforce Flow Orchestration Step 1: Enable Flow Orchestration To start using Flow Orchestration, you need to ensure it … Read more
In Salesforce development, ensuring data security and proper permissions are essential to maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of your data. Three key methods to enforce security are isAccessible(), with User Mode, and with SECURITY_ENFORCED. This article provides a detailed comparison of these methods, exploring their use cases, advantages, and limitations. 1. Using isAccessible() Overview isAccessible() … Read more