Salesforce Apex Testing Essentials
Get the skills to ensure your Apex code is robust and secure
Master the essentials of writing Apex test code to validate and strengthen your production code in Salesforce. This self-paced course begins with the core concepts and requirements of Apex testing, then advances to testing triggers, asynchronous processes, and complex edge cases. Through practical examples, best practices, and hands-on exercises, you'll learn how to create meaningful, efficient tests that ensure your code is reliable, scalable, and ready for deployment.
Learn practical Apex coding skills you can use on the job
Salesforce requires test coverage for code deployment to production, but meeting the minimum coverage isn't enough. This course teaches developers how to write meaningful, high-quality tests that go beyond "just enough coverage." By improving code reliability, catching bugs early, and building confidence in your deployments, you'll enhance the overall quality of your code.
Understand the purpose of Apex test classes and methods
Learn why test classes are critical and how they support quality and reliability in Salesforce development.
Achieve and exceed Salesforce’s code coverage requirements
Master techniques to meet Salesforce’s code coverage thresholds — and go beyond.
Write meaningful tests for triggers, asynchronous operations, and classes
Create effective tests that validate different types of Apex logic under real-world conditions.
Use test data, assert outcomes, and simulate real-world scenarios
Generate realistic test data and use assertions to verify your code behaves as expected.
Detect regressions and bugs early in development
Identify issues quickly to maintain stability and reduce costly rework later.
Understand the role of Apex tests in deployment and CI/CD
Explore how Apex tests power smooth deployments, continuous integration, and long-term code maintenance.
Innovative learning methods to fast-track your Apex testing skills
This course combines interactive and practical learning methods to help you master Agentforce with confidence.
For the best experience and full access to all interactive features, we recommend using a desktop or laptop.
Self-paced learning
Progress through the material at a speed that suits you.
Hands-on excercises
Work with real coding examples to apply what you've learned.
Expert Guidance
Benefit from instructor-led support to navigate the course material.
Interactive Coding Challenges
Reinforce key concepts through coding exercises and challenges.
Certificate upon Completion
Showcase your achievement with a certificate that validates your skills.
Who should take the Salesforce Apex testing course from Focus on Force?
This course is ideal for those with a basic understanding of Apex programming who want to deepen their knowledge of Apex testing and enhance their ability to write robust, production-ready code. To take the course, you'll need access to a Salesforce Developer or Sandbox org, and familiarity with Visual Studio Code and SFDX is recommended.
- Salesforce developers with foundational Apex knowledge.
- Developers preparing to deploy custom Apex code to production.
- Professionals working with DevOps, CI/CD, and test automation in Salesforce.
- Anyone looking to improve the reliability and maintainability of their Salesforce org.
Course Outline
Lesson 1
- Introduction to Apex Testing
Lesson 2
- a. 75% Overall code coverage
b. 1% Trigger Coverage
Lesson 3
- a. Anecdotally, test code takes 1-3 times as long to properly test the production code.
b. 100% test code coverage is an illusion. Only testing 100% of all possible test inputs does this but that’s not possible, practically speaking. Explain why…
Lesson 4
- a. Regression Testing
b. Client Code
c. Identifies bugs earlier so it’s cheaper, assuming a development process that runs tests regularly and automatically.
d. Builds confidence code works
Lesson 5
- a. Class Naming Convention
b. Method Naming Convention
c. Which Tests to Write
i. Positive
ii. Negative
iii. Boundary
iv. Security
v. Unit, Module, Integration Tests
Lesson 6
- a. Functions
b. Classes
c. Trigger
Lesson 7
- a. Future
b. Queueable
c. Batch Apex
Lesson 8
- a. Isolated Data Creation Code - Test Data Pattern
b. Write failing Unit Tests For Bugs
c. Must use Assertions
d. Add Assertion messages
e. Assertion Functions
f. Focus on ensuring software works! Don’t focus on 75% test code coverage. 75% will come naturally.
g. Don’t duplicate code. Refactor at end.
h. Single test case per test function. Don’t put all test cases in one test function.
i. Refactor code to make it easier to test.
Meet your Salesforce Apex course instructor
Luke Freeland is a 15x certified Salesforce Architect and full-stack developer.
With over a decade of experience in Salesforce development, Luke has created numerous custom Salesforce applications and integrations. He is passionate about training others and has extensive experience teaching Salesforce development and technical skills.
