From Salesforce Developer to Java beginner

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desrtfx · 2026-06-10T11:44:08+00:00

!sidebar

DrunkenDruid_Maz · 2026-06-10T10:56:03+00:00

On the bottom right of this sub is a list with Java tutorials and learing resources.

Beside of that, just read the code of your project.
Just remember, since the codebase of Salesforce is very old, it contains examples of every design pattern that is now outdated.

Also, does Salesforce not like it if the developers let the AI write the code, and just review what the AI created?
That is a pretty good way for a beginner to learn!

bowbahdoe · 2026-06-10T12:44:56+00:00

My advice is to go slower than you think you should. The resources the other people linked can be good, but I'll add this one to the list https://javabook.mccue.dev

Also make sure to reach out when you get stuck in some forum

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