SalesForce PD1

Prove your skills in managing users, data, and security within Salesforce.

Salesforce Platform Developer I (PD1) certification proves you have the skills to build and customize applications on the Salesforce platform. The PD1 exam covers Apex programming, Lightning Web Components, data modeling, automation, testing, and deployment. Designed for versatility and practical application, PD1 validates that you can develop scalable, secure, and efficient solutions on Salesforce.

The Exams and recommended training

The Salesforce Platform Developer I (PD1) training course and exam give you the foundation to advance your career in Salesforce development. When you certify with Salesforce, you demonstrate the skills, knowledge, and rigor that businesses recognize and trust to build scalable, secure, and high-performing Salesforce applications.

Possible job roles

  • Junior Salesforce Developer – Assists in building and customizing Salesforce applications under supervision.

  • Salesforce Administrator (Entry-Level) – Manages users, data, and basic automation in Salesforce orgs.

  • Salesforce Business Analyst (Junior) – Supports requirements gathering, process mapping, and solution design.

  • Salesforce App Builder (Entry-Level) – Works on declarative app development and basic Lightning customization.

Prerequisites

No formal prerequisites, but one or more years of experience developing, customizing, or administering Salesforce applications is recommended before attempting the Salesforce Platform Developer I (PD1) exam.

Active Status

All Salesforce Platform Developer I (PD1) certifications must be maintained with regular release-specific maintenance modules, typically aligned with Salesforce’s seasonal updates, to remain valid and active.

Recertification

Complete required Trailhead maintenance modules or earn the necessary release-specific badges to maintain or renew your Salesforce Platform Developer I (PD1) certification.