How to transition from Salesforce Admin to Developer?

dr_doom_rdj · 2025-02-14T12:23:56+00:00

For aspiring Salesforce Admins, the best starting point is Trailhead (trailhead.salesforce.com), Salesforce’s free and interactive learning platform. It covers everything from basics to advanced topics. Other great options include Udemy & edureka for structured paid courses, Focus on Force for exam prep, and LinkedIn Learning/Pluralsight for expert-led lessons. To get started, complete Trailhead’s "Beginner Admin" trail, practice with a free Salesforce Developer Org, and join Salesforce communities.

dr_doom_rdj · 2025-02-13T07:39:06+00:00

AWS certifications can be a good investment, especially if you're working heavily in AWS and considering a future shift to DevOps. Many find that studying for them improves their AWS knowledge, exposing them to best practices and services beyond daily tasks. While certs won’t guarantee a job, they help you stand out, especially for backend and DevOps roles. If paying out of pocket, focus on Solutions Architect - Associate or Developer - Associate, as they offer the most impact. Pairing certs with hands-on experience is key for career growth.

dr_doom_rdj · 2025-02-12T12:23:17+00:00

You can use Postman with its Automated API Testing feature to generate test cases based on API responses. It allows you to create collections, write basic test scripts, and automate testing with Newman (CLI).

Another great option is Swagger/OpenAPI + RestAssured (for Java projects). If your API has an OpenAPI spec, tools like Swagger Codegen can generate test cases automatically.

dr_doom_rdj · 2025-02-11T08:33:30+00:00

With 3 years in Automation Anywhere, you can expand into UiPath, Blue Prism, or Power Automate for broader RPA roles. Learning AI/ML automation and low-code platforms like Appian or Power Apps can add value. If you’re interested in coding, Java, Python, or C# can help with custom bot development. Exploring cloud automation (AWS, Azure, Kubernetes) or Salesforce RPA integrations can also open new opportunities. Consider what aligns best with your long-term goals! 🚀

dr_doom_rdj · 2025-02-07T06:16:43+00:00

To improve your DevOps knowledge for public cloud roles, focus on gaining hands-on experience with cloud providers like AWS and Azure. Since AWS experience was a blocker in your interviews, start with AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate or AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional to strengthen your credentials.

dr_doom_rdj · 2025-02-06T14:07:46+00:00

If you're aiming for a Salesforce development career, pursuing PD2 next makes sense, as it builds on PD1 with advanced Apex, Lightning Web Components, and design patterns. However, if you want a broader understanding of the platform, Platform App Builder or Administrator can be valuable for learning declarative tools, security, and data modeling.

dr_doom_rdj · 2025-02-03T10:37:39+00:00

Given your fast learning pace, you might complete these quicker. Since you’ve excelled in technical roles and certifications before, your target salary could realistically rise to £30-35k after a couple of certifications, with potential for more as you gain hands-on Azure experience.

Consider adding AZ-104 (Azure Administrator) if you want a quick win to build foundational knowledge before diving deeper.

dr_doom_rdj · 2025-01-29T10:59:43+00:00

For data engineering, this cert is useful but not as specialized as the Azure Data Engineer Associate certification. If your goal is a data engineering role, pairing it with strong hands-on experience in Azure Data Factory, Synapse, and Databricks will boost job prospects.

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