Apex (Salesforce) test: Pre-employment screening assessment to hire the best candidates

Summary of the Apex (Salesforce) test

This Apex (Salesforce) test assesses candidates' proficiency in Apex fundamentals, the Salesforce data model, SOQL/SOSL queries, and Apex design patterns. This test will help you identify candidates skilled in Lightning Platform customization.

Covered skills

  • Apex fundamentals

  • Salesforce Data Model

  • Salesforce SOQL and SOSL

  • Apex Design Patterns

Use the Apex (Salesforce) test to hire

Salesforce developers, associates, administrators, and app builders, Apex programmers, and any other roles requiring intermediate knowledge of Apex (Salesforce).

Type

Programming skills

Time

10 min

Languages

English

Level

Intermediate
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About the Apex (Salesforce) test

Apex (Salesforce) can bring significant business benefits to your organization, enabling you to create and deploy custom apps and extend the capabilities of the Lightning Platform using Apex and Visualforce. Hiring someone proficient in Apex will give your organization access to the Salesforce Platform's declarative customization features, allowing you to effectively leverage the Salesforce platform class library and features.

This Apex (Salesforce) skills test evaluates candidates' expertise in various key areas. It covers fundamental concepts of Apex, including understanding the Salesforce Data Model, Salesforce SOQL and SOSL queries, and the syntax of the Apex programming language. Additionally, this screening test examines candidates’ understanding of Apex Design Patterns, which enable them to solve complex programming challenges and create scalable and maintainable solutions.

This screening test will help you identify candidates with the skills necessary to excel in roles involving Apex (Salesforce) development and customization. Candidates who perform well on this test showcase their ability to translate their knowledge into practical results. They can effectively create and deploy custom business logic and interfaces, design efficient data models, and utilize Salesforce's declarative customization features to build custom applications.

Hiring candidates who excel in this test will contribute to your organization's success by leveraging the full potential of the Salesforce platform and delivering high-quality solutions.

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This test is made by a subject-matter expert

Priya K.

Priya is passionate about the application of technology in business, and she has extensive expertise in Apex development and Salesforce customization. With a strong background in software engineering, she has successfully implemented complex solutions for various organizations. Priya holds a bachelor's degree in Computer Science and multiple Salesforce certifications.

Outside of work, Priya enjoys exploring new cuisines and traveling.

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