1-Month Roadmap for Salesforce Platform Developer I Certification
You can achieve the Salesforce Platform Developer I certification in 1 month with focused, structured
preparation. Here’s a practical week-by-week roadmap:
Week 1: Understand Salesforce Fundamentals
Learn Salesforce Basics:
Explore the Salesforce ecosystem, data model, and security model.
Recommended: Complete the introductory modules on Trailhead.
Key Topics:
Objects, fields, relationships
Organization setup
User management
Basic security and access controls
Week 2: Apex Programming & Declarative Tools
Apex Programming:
Study Apex syntax, SOQL, DML operations, triggers, and exception handling.
Practice writing simple classes and triggers in a Salesforce Developer Edition org.
Declarative Tools:
Learn about Process Builder, Flows, and validation rules.
Key Topics:
Apex classes & triggers
SOQL & SOSL queries
Declarative vs. programmatic automation
Week 3: Visualforce, Lightning Components, and Testing
Visualforce & Lightning:
Understand Visualforce pages and Lightning Components basics.
Testing & Debugging:
Learn unit testing in Apex, test classes, and debugging techniques.
Key Topics:
Lightning App Builder
Visualforce basics
Apex test methods & best practices
Week 4: Revision, Practice Exams, and Superbadges
Review & Practice:
Go through the official exam guide and Trailhead Trailmix for Platform Developer I (~43 hours of curated
content).
Attempt practice exams and sample questions.
Complete the Apex Specialist Superbadge for hands-on experience.
Join the Community:
Participate in the Trailblazer Community for peer support and Q&A.
Schedule Exam:
Register and schedule your exam at the end of the month.
Essential Resources
Trailhead Trailmix:
“Prepare for Your Salesforce Platform Developer I Credential” (official, ~43 hours).
Salesforce Developer Edition:
Use this free org for hands-on practice.
Superbadges:
Apex Specialist Superbadge for practical skills.
Community:
Trailblazer Community for discussions and support.
Tips for Success
Consistent Daily Study: Aim for 2–3 hours per day.
Hands-On Practice: Build sample apps and triggers in your Developer Edition org.
Practice Exams: Take multiple mock tests to identify weak areas.
Focus on Exam Guide: Review the official exam guide to ensure all topics are covered.
Summary:
With a focused 4-week plan—covering fundamentals, Apex, declarative tools, Visualforce, Lightning,
testing, and intensive practice—you can prepare effectively for the Salesforce Platform Developer I
certification in 1 month.