How to Become a Salesforce Developer | Realistic Path to becoming a Salesforce Developer

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[David-rpnv]

Hi Emily,

I love your channel!
Depending on your industry, pursuing JavaScript Developer I (JD1) before Platform Developer II (PD2) may be beneficial. Industries requiring extensive custom interfaces not met by Flows demand proficiency in LWC, Aura, and Visualforce. On the Salesforce platform, developers must know both front-end and back-end tools to meet business needs, as there are no strict front-end or back-end roles.

PD1 provides a foundational understanding of Salesforce development, ideal for Admin cum Developer roles. Many Salesforce Administrator positions now require skills in LWC, Aura, Visualforce, and Apex, as businesses prefer versatile professionals. Hiring a single full-stack developer saves more money than hiring separate front-end and back-end developers.

PD2 focuses on optimizing and refining solutions learned in PD1. Thus, pursuing PD1, then JD1, and finally PD2, prepares you to be a well-rounded full-stack developer faster than the PD1--->PD2-->JD1 path.

[mannycotora]

I feel like you just saved me months of frustration by suggesting that one should first become an admin. Thanks!

[cdub]

Great video! Would you consider making a video that describes a few paths the aspiring Admin might take to develop the coding skills necessary to become a competitive Developer?

[toddletrails]

Oh my Gawd, I'm so glad I found your videos. Most of the other ones are kind of a snore. Thanks for the straightforward information and tips. Most helpful. Subscribed.

[muneerahmad]

Great timing I was thinking about developer side recently

[MegaDeepak]

Watching this video today for my future

[Jaraxlle]

Thanks Emily! Your tips and insights were very helpful!

[mdsameer]

Can a developer would do a projects to show in his portfolio to get a job ?
And can he single handedly can complete a full project on his own ??

[Geomaverick]

How about the Salesforce Javascript Developer 1? Have any thoughts on that?

[pragmaticcoder]

I am coming from a Java background with 10 years of experience and planning to switch to Salesforce Developer. With 0 Salesforce developer experience and with PD1 certification, will the recruiters accept my resume?

[cronicascontrafacticas]

Hello Emily, I'm working hard to become a Salesforce developer. I've started with the Salesforce Platform Developer I certification, but I'm finding it challenging. I think I'll be able to pass it in another month. Do you recommend I continue with it, or is it better to pause and get the admin certification first? Thank you for everything.

[SameerAli-kxkm]

Hey Emily when iam going to create new workflow rule then it is showing " Workflow rules aren’t enabled, but you can use Flow Builder to create most of the automation found in workflow rules " how can i get over this ? and how can i create new workflow rule ?

[sharonharris]

I want to do a lot of Pen testing is this being a Developer?

[jay_wright_thats_right]

Emily is tired, give her some coffee.