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Salesforce DEV-450 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Salesforce |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Salesforce Programmatic Development using Apex and Visualforce |
| Exam Number: | DEV-450 |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 2 years |
| Passing Score: | 68% |
| Related Certifications: | Salesforce Certified Administrator Salesforce Certified App Builder Salesforce Certified Platform Developer II |
| Real Exam Qty: | 60-65 |
| Exam Format: | Multiple Select, Multiple Choice |
| Available Languages: | Japanese, French, German, Spanish, English |
| Exam Duration: | 105-110 |
| Exam Price: | $200 USD |
| Recommended Training: | DEX450: Build Applications Programmatically on the Salesforce Platform Trailhead Platform Developer I Trailmix |
| Exam Registration: | Salesforce Certification Portal Pearson VUE Registration |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Online proctored or in-person at authorized Pearson VUE/PSI testing centers |
| Pre Condition: | Recommended: 6+ months of Salesforce platform experience, familiarity with object-oriented programming and declarative development |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://trailhead.salesforce.com/credentials/platform-developer-i |
Salesforce DEV-450 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Testing, Debugging, and Deployment | 17% | - Code coverage requirements - Writing Apex test classes and methods - Debugging tools and techniques - Deployment options and change management |
| Logic and Process Automation | 38% | - Combining declarative tools with Apex - Exception handling and best practices - Apex triggers and execution order - Apex syntax, classes, interfaces, and inheritance |
| Data Modeling and Management | 13% | - Standard and custom objects, fields, and relationships - SOQL and SOSL query construction - DML operations and transaction control |
| Salesforce Fundamentals | 7% | - Governor limits and platform constraints - Declarative vs programmatic development - Multi-tenant architecture and MVC framework |
| User Interface Development | 25% | - Visualforce pages and components - Custom controllers and controller extensions - Integrating Visualforce with declarative features |
Salesforce Programmatic Development using Apex and Visualforce Exam FAQ: What Candidates Ask Most
What is the Salesforce DEV-450 exam?
The DEV-450 exam is the official Salesforce exam behind the Salesforce Certified Platform Developer I certification, validating the skills measured by the Salesforce Programmatic Development using Apex and Visualforce credential. It sits at the Associate level of the Salesforce certification program. It also connects to Salesforce Certified Platform Developer II, Salesforce Certified Administrator, Salesforce Certified App Builder, so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.
How many questions are on the DEV-450 exam, and how much time do I get?
The DEV-450 exam contains 60-65 questions to be completed within 105-110. Before exam day, divide the available time by the question count to work out a comfortable per-question pace, and mark any item that eats into it so you can return later instead of getting stuck. Timed sessions in the Getcertkey test engines make that pacing automatic — run at least two full-length mock exams under the clock so time pressure never becomes the reason you drop points.
What score do I need to pass the DEV-450 exam, and what does it cost?
The passing score for the DEV-450 exam is 68%, and the official registration fee is $200 USD. Retakes are not discounted — every new attempt means paying the full fee again — so it pays to measure yourself before you book. Work through the 65 practice questions on Getcertkey, sit a timed practice test, and schedule your exam only when your scores are consistently comfortable. That simple habit is the cheapest exam strategy there is.
Are there any prerequisites for the DEV-450 exam?
Recommended: 6+ months of Salesforce platform experience, familiarity with object-oriented programming and declarative development Requirements can change when Salesforce revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.
How do I register for the DEV-450 exam?
You can book the Salesforce Programmatic Development using Apex and Visualforce exam through the official registration channels below:
As for delivery, the exam is offered in the following format: Online proctored or in-person at authorized Pearson VUE/PSI testing centers. Choose the option that suits you best when you book your seat.
What official training is recommended for the DEV-450 exam?
Salesforce recommends the following training resources for the Salesforce Programmatic Development using Apex and Visualforce exam:
- DEX450: Build Applications Programmatically on the Salesforce Platform
- Trailhead Platform Developer I Trailmix
Official courses build the foundation; the 65 practice questions from Getcertkey then show you how that knowledge is examined, so the two work best together.
Can I try the DEV-450 practice questions before I buy?
Yes. Getcertkey provides a free DEV-450 PDF demo so you can review the question style and answer quality before purchasing. Every purchase also includes 365 days of free updates — if Salesforce revises the exam during that period, the updated material reaches you at no cost. Once the free-update year ends, you can extend your update service at a 50% discount.
What if I fail the DEV-450 exam, and how is my order delivered?
Every Salesforce Programmatic Development using Apex and Visualforce purchase on Getcertkey is covered by a 100% money-back guarantee with clear conditions: if you take the corresponding exam within 60 days of your purchase and do not pass, you can claim a full refund by submitting a scanned copy of your exam enrollment slip and your official score report as a PDF within two days of the exam date; claims are processed within seven days of submission. The guarantee does not apply to exams taken within three days of purchase, to material that was downloaded but never used in an exam attempt, or to free products and expired orders, and the candidate name must match the payer name. If you would rather not take a refund, you can instead exchange your purchase for two free exam preparation products of equal value and keep the update service on your original product.
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What topics are covered in the DEV-450 exam?
The Salesforce Programmatic Development using Apex and Visualforce exam blueprint is organized into 5 domains. The first three are:
- Testing, Debugging, and Deployment — 17% of the exam
- Logic and Process Automation — 38% of the exam
- Salesforce Fundamentals — 7% of the exam
For the complete domain-by-domain breakdown, scroll up to the full exam topics outline above and use it to plan how you distribute your study time.
Salesforce Programmatic Development using Apex and Visualforce Sample Questions:
Question 1
Which two chart types should be used to display summary values from two different levels of grouping in a report? (Choose two.)
A. Funnel chart
B. Donut chart
C. Grouped line chart
D. Stacked bar chart
Question 2
Universal Containers wants to understand all of the configuration changes that have been made over the last six months.
What tool should an Administrator use to gather this information?
A. Custom Report Type
B. Debug Log
C. Network Access Settings
D. Setup Audit Trail
Question 3
At Universal Containers, the sharing model is set to private. Sales operations, legal, and accounting users all have the Standard User profile. A person from each department will assist the Account Executive in the sales process. The Sales operations and Accounting Reps need read/write access and legal needs read-only access to the Opportunity object.
What should the Administrator do to ensure that each person has the correct access?
A. Assign a custom profile to the users that need access opportunities.
B. Add the users to the opportunity team.
C. Create a criteria-based opportunity sharing rule for each user.
D. Manually share the account record with each other.
Question 4
What relationship can be selected in a custom report type where Accounts is the primary object and Contacts is the related object?
A. Each account may or may not have related contacts.
B. Each account must not have related contacts.
C. Each contact must have a related account.
D. Each contact may or may not have a related account.
Question 5
Which two dashboard components should display data from the summary rows of a report? (Choose two.)
A. Table
B. Gauge
C. Chart
D. Metric
Solutions:
| Question 1 Answer: C,D | Question 2 Answer: D | Question 3 Answer: A | Question 4 Answer: A | Question 5 Answer: A,C |
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