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Salesforce Development-Lifecycle-and-Deployment-Architect Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Salesforce |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Salesforce Certified Platform Development Lifecycle and Deployment Architect |
| Exam Number: | Development-Lifecycle-and-Deployment-Architect |
| Available Languages: | Japanese, English |
| Passing Score: | 65% |
| Exam Format: | Multiple-select, Multiple-choice |
| Exam Price: | US$400 |
| Certificate Validity Period: | Valid indefinitely; requires maintenance modules every release cycle |
| Exam Duration: | 105 minutes |
| Related Certifications: | Salesforce Certified Technical Architect Salesforce Certified System Architect Salesforce Certified Application Architect |
| Real Exam Qty: | 60 (plus up to 5 unscored questions) |
| Recommended Training: | Salesforce Certified Development Lifecycle and Deployment Architect Exam Guide Architect Journey: Development Lifecycle and Deployment |
| Exam Registration: | Pearson VUE Registration Salesforce Certification Registration |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Online proctored or onsite at Pearson VUE testing centers |
| Pre Condition: | No formal prerequisites; recommended 2–3 years Salesforce experience and 1+ year DevOps/governance experience |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://help.salesforce.com/s/articleView?id=005298968&language=en_US&type=1 |
Salesforce Development-Lifecycle-and-Deployment-Architect Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: Building | 13% | - Code review and static analysis implementation - Salesforce DX and scratch orgs usage - Source control strategy and branching models - Coding standards and quality assurance processes |
| Topic 2: Testing | 13% | - Automated testing and regression strategy - Test data management and security - Test coverage requirements and execution strategies - Testing methodology selection and design |
| Topic 3: Planning | 13% | - Management of unsupported metadata and configuration - Dependency identification and management - Technical reference data management and deployment - Pre-deployment and post-deployment planning |
| Topic 4: System Design | 15% | - Architecture alignment with business requirements - Integration and data architecture design - Scalability and maintainability considerations - Compliance and security requirements implementation |
| Topic 5: Application Lifecycle Management | 8% | - Development methodologies assessment and selection - Single-org vs multi-org architecture decisions - Governance strategy design based on organizational maturity - Environment strategy and sandbox design |
| Topic 6: Releasing | 14% | - Release communication and stakeholder management - Release management and versioning strategy - Change management process integration - Production readiness and validation |
| Topic 7: Operating | 8% | - Production change control and governance - Incident and problem management integration - Post-release monitoring and feedback loops - Lifecycle process improvement |
| Topic 8: Deploying | 14% | - Deployment troubleshooting and rollback strategies - Unlocked and managed packages implementation - Continuous integration and delivery setup - Deployment tools comparison: Change Sets, Metadata API, CLI, Packages |
Salesforce Certified Development Lifecycle and Deployment Architect Exam FAQ: What Candidates Ask Most
What is the Salesforce Development-Lifecycle-and-Deployment-Architect exam?
The Development-Lifecycle-and-Deployment-Architect exam is the official Salesforce exam behind the Salesforce Certified Development Lifecycle and Deployment Architect certification, validating the skills measured by the Salesforce Certified Development Lifecycle and Deployment Architect credential. It sits at the Architect level of the Salesforce certification program. It also connects to Salesforce Certified Technical Architect, Salesforce Certified Application Architect, Salesforce Certified System Architect, so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.
How many questions are on the Development-Lifecycle-and-Deployment-Architect exam, and how much time do I get?
The Development-Lifecycle-and-Deployment-Architect exam contains 60 (plus up to 5 unscored questions) questions to be completed within 105 minutes. 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 Development-Lifecycle-and-Deployment-Architect exam, and what does it cost?
The passing score for the Development-Lifecycle-and-Deployment-Architect exam is 65%, and the official registration fee is US$400. 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 230 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 Development-Lifecycle-and-Deployment-Architect exam?
No formal prerequisites; recommended 2–3 years Salesforce experience and 1+ year DevOps/governance experience 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 Development-Lifecycle-and-Deployment-Architect exam?
You can book the Salesforce Certified Development Lifecycle and Deployment Architect exam through the official registration channels below:
As for delivery, the exam is offered in the following format: Online proctored or onsite at Pearson VUE testing centers. Choose the option that suits you best when you book your seat.
What official training is recommended for the Development-Lifecycle-and-Deployment-Architect exam?
Salesforce recommends the following training resources for the Salesforce Certified Development Lifecycle and Deployment Architect exam:
- Architect Journey: Development Lifecycle and Deployment
- Salesforce Certified Development Lifecycle and Deployment Architect Exam Guide
Official courses build the foundation; the 230 practice questions from Getcertkey then show you how that knowledge is examined, so the two work best together.
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What topics are covered in the Development-Lifecycle-and-Deployment-Architect exam?
The Salesforce Certified Development Lifecycle and Deployment Architect exam blueprint is organized into 8 domains. The first three are:
- Building — 13% of the exam
- Releasing — 14% of the exam
- System Design — 15% 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 Certified Development Lifecycle and Deployment Architect Sample Questions:
Question 1
What are three advantages of using a Source Control system alongside a multi -sandbox development strategy? Choose 3 answers
A. Automatically deploy changes from sandbox to production
B. Create a branching strategy that tracks each feature or change separately
C. Keep a history of changes made by each developer
D. Act as a backup in case of catastrophic data loss
E. Perform code reviews before promoting to a pre -production sandbox
Question 2
Universal Containers (UC) innovative apps division is releasing an application which can be installed in their trading partners Salesforce environment. The partners can then build on top of the application with process builders and triggers so the container booking process can be integrated with the trading partners own processes. What is the recommended mechanism for releasing the application?
A. Unmanaged Package.
B. Managed Package.
C. Change Sets.
D. Zip file deployable by Force.Com Migration Tool.
Question 3
Universal Containers (UC) currently uses the org development model and utilizes the Salesforce CLI as the deployment tool. After the feature release artifact (a .zip file) has been tested in a lower sandbox, it is being deployed to the full sandbox for performance testing and production deployment readiness check-Since quick deployment options are not being used, what is the correct way to deploy the artifact to the full sandbox?
A. Authorize to the Full sandbox org; Validate with sfdx:source:deploy; On successful validation, deploy with sfdx:source:deploy
B. Authorize to the Full sandbox org; Validate with sfdx:mdapi:deploy; On successful validation, deploy with sfdx:source:deploy
C. Authorize to the Fullsandbox org; Validate with sfdximdapi:deploy; On successful validation, deploy with sfdx:mdapi:deploy
D. Authorize to the Full sandbox; validate with sfdx: source: deploy; On successful validation, deploy with sfdx;mdapi;deploy
Question 4
Universal Containers CUC) is considering implementing a minor change policy for a series of low-risk user stories that are commonly received by the UC admins. The policy would allow admins to make these changes directly in production. UC does not have continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) in place.
Which three best practices should the architect suggest UC follow for their new change policy? Choose 3 answers
A. All changes should still be tested.
B. Minor changes should be thoroughly documented and follow some type of standard cadence.
C. Downstream environments will not be automatically updated when production changes.
D. CI/CD is required in to successfully manage minor changes.
E. Minor changes do not need to be documented and can be made at any time.
Question 5
Which two decisions should be made by an Architecture Review Board (ARB)? Choose 2 answers
A. Whether to implement Single Sign -On with SAML or delegated authentication
B. What testing tools should be used to track integration testing requirements
C. Whether to create a new Salesforce object or override an existing object using a new Record Type
D. Whether to utilize the Waterfall or Agile methodology on the project
Solutions:
| Question 1 Answer: B,C,E | Question 2 Answer: B | Question 3 Answer: C | Question 4 Answer: A,B,C | Question 5 Answer: A,D |
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