Embark on a journey to seamlessly connect Salesforce with external systems through a series of meticulously structured lessons. The course begins by setting up the necessary environments, guiding you through creating a Salesforce developer account and configuring the Salesforce and development environments. You'll then dive into the intricacies of SOAP API integration, utilizing tools like Postman to authenticate users and make API calls. Learn to query, insert, and manage records in Salesforce with confidence and precision.
Salesforce Integration With External Systems Part 1
Instructor: Packt - Course Instructors
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What you'll learn
Define the steps to create and configure a Salesforce developer account.
Explain the differences between SOAP and REST APIs and their use cases.
Execute CRUD operations using SOAP and REST APIs within Salesforce.
Compare the efficiency of Bulk API versus standard API calls for large data operations.
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There are 10 modules in this course
In this module, we will create a Salesforce developer account and configure the necessary settings within Salesforce to establish an ideal environment for development. We will also introduce the demo application that will be used throughout the course, preparing you for practical, hands-on learning.
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4 videos1 reading
In this module, we will delve into the intricacies of the Force.com SOAP API and how it facilitates data interaction between Salesforce and other systems. Through hands-on demonstrations using POSTMAN, we will learn to make API calls, authenticate users, and manipulate data efficiently.
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11 videos
In this module, we will focus on creating RESTful integrations within Salesforce. We will explore the use of Apex annotations and Connected Apps for secure REST API access, followed by practical exercises on executing queries and managing data through REST API calls.
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10 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will explore integrating Salesforce with external systems. We will set up essential development tools, configure external applications, and make REST calls to facilitate dynamic data retrieval and synchronization between Salesforce and external platforms.
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4 videos
In this module, we will dive into the Salesforce BULK API, learning how to handle extensive data operations. We will cover the creation and configuration of BULK APIs, using them to upload records and define data mappings for streamlined data management.
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5 videos
In this module, we will master making callouts from Salesforce to external systems using Apex and Lightning Components. We will configure the Salesforce environment for secure callouts and implement custom solutions to enhance real-time data communication.
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6 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will explore the Streaming API and its applications for real-time data streaming. We will create Push Topics, configure Platform Events, and implement Change Data Capture to enable dynamic, automated data exchanges between Salesforce and external systems.
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12 videos
In this module, we will focus on integrating different Salesforce orgs using SOAP API. We will explore WSDL configurations, create Apex classes, and set up triggers to establish a secure and efficient data exchange framework between Salesforce environments.
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7 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will learn to use SOAP UI for testing SOAP-based integrations with Salesforce. We will perform SOAP requests, validate integration scenarios, and gain practical insights into managing SOAP services through this versatile testing tool.
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4 videos
In this module, we will focus on REST API callouts from Lightning Web Components. We will prepare the development environment, create interactive components, and implement RESTful interactions to facilitate efficient data exchanges between LWC and external systems.
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11 videos2 assignments
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