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I guess it is just a feedback. I did the test last friday and I noticed that 4 questions were related to “Implement” vs “Extend”, basically what is the right way but to also when to use implement or extend. I couldnt find during my studies that reference. Maybe I missed something. Can you point me to the right direction? I plan to study this topic so I can try again to take the exam
Hi Luciano, thank you for the feedback. The “implements” keyword is covered in detail on the “Declare variables, constants, methods, and use modifiers and Apex interfaces.” study guide. We mention the “extends” keyword in the study guide “Given a scenario, follow best practices to write Apex classes and triggers.” only to describe how to use it in a class definition syntax-wise. We’ll have the study guide reviewed for an update. If you haven’t yet, please try our code exercise (https://focusonforce.com/topic/code-exercises/) as the topic is also covered there.
Hi Luciano,
“Implements” are directly related to interfaces, so you’ll want to review implementing interfaces on apex classes. Extending I have found can be related to Virtual and Abstract Apex classes, but also is related to Exception handling where a custom exception extends the Exception class. The concept of extending classes probably showed up more than you expected because some of it was related to Abstract/Virtual classes (and possibly them trying to trick you on Interface implementation questions) and also Exception handling.
Hope this provides some useful feedback rather than just telling you where to review the concepts in the study guide.
Casey
Hi everyone,
I recently took the Salesforce Platform Developer I (PD1) certification exam, but unfortunately, Webassessor indicates that I did not pass. Here are my section-level scores:
Developer Fundamentals: 71%
Process Automation and Logic: 52%
User Interface: 92%
Testing, Debugging, and Deployment: 75%
I understand that the passing score for the exam is 65%, but based on my section-level performance, I estimated that I might have achieved a passing score. For example, in the Process Automation and Logic section, I got 9/18 correct answers (52%).
Could someone help me better understand how the final score is calculated or why I might not have passed? If you’ve encountered a similar situation, I would really appreciate your insights or guidance on what to do next.
Thank you so much for your time and support!
Hi Manmohan, thanks for the inquiry. Based on the category weighting, it seems that your scores should be sufficient to pass the exam. Using the example score checker here: https://focusonforce.com/salesforce-certification-score-checker/, your result yields 72% when the passing score is only 68%. Therefore, we advise you to personally reach out to the webassessor team as there may be additional factors that have been considered in computing the final result of your exam. At the same time, we are hoping that there is only a miscalculation on the the webassessor end.
I encountered the same issue – an exam score that would be passing using the weighted score calculations but received a “fail” there is also a post about this on Reddit.
I have a case opened with Salesforce support, so hopefully that can resolve it
I am assuming its an issue in the pass/score testing algorithms.
Hi Judith, thanks for letting us know.
Hey Manmohan – I’ve encountered the same issue. Did you get any response from Support ?
Hi Manmohan
Did you receive any feedback from webassessor/trailhead? I just took the Platform Developer 1 Certification and based off Score Checker, I should have passed with 72% but did not pass. I opened a ticket with them and I update you guys if I receive any information
Thanks, Luciano.
I’m sorry you didn’t pass the first time. According to the exam guide, https://trailhead.salesforce.com/help?article=Salesforce-Certified-Platform-Developer-I-Exam-Guide, the passing score is 68%.
I use the score checker from FOF: https://focusonforce.com/salesforce-certification-score-checker/. Based on your score for each topic, you got 72%. If I were you, I would check with them. Good luck.
That’s right, Edgar.
i have the same issue, yesteday took the exam and those are my results and got Fail as answer.
Section-Level Scoring:
Developer Fundamentals: 71%
Process Automation and Logic: 77%
User Interface: 81%
Testing, Debugging, and Deployment: 54%
any idea what to do ?
Hi Emna, we advise submitting a case to Salesforce and ask for clarification.
I just passed my first Salesforce certification – PD1 on my first try. Thanks guys! Focusonforce was my main source for exam prep!
Congratulations, Anton! 🎉 Passing your Salesforce Platform Developer 1 certification on the first try is a fantastic achievement, and we’re thrilled to have been a part of your success. 🚀 Here’s to many more milestones ahead—keep up the amazing work!
I recently earned my Platform Developer 1 certification in one try and Focus on Force was a HUGE help! The practice exams were a key part of my preparation, including the thorough explanations of the correct and incorrect answers after taking each one. Thanks for the help and I will definitely look to Focus on Force if/when I pursue another certification!
🎉 Congratulations, Will! Earning your Platform Developer 1 certification in one try is an incredible achievement, and we’re thrilled to have been part of your journey. Your dedication and kind words inspire us—best of luck with your future certifications, and we’ll be here to support you every step of the way! 💪
Thank you to focus on force i cleared Admin and PD1 thanks to your practice exams :D <3
Congratulations, Dilshan! 🎉 Clearing both Admin and Platform Developer 1 is an amazing achievement, and we’re thrilled that our practice exams played a part in your success. 💪 Keep shining, and best of luck for your next goals! 🌟
Cleared PD1 few days ago on my first try. Thanks to Focus on Force. FoF study guides and practice exams really helped me a lot as I don’t have previous work experience on Salesforce. Along with FoF materials I also have gone through salesforce documentation for some topics. My exam had many questions on Integrations both inbound and outbound which was not covered in detail in PD1 exam guide. Suggesting to add those topics so that it will b useful for others.
Congratulations on clearing your PD1 exam on the first try, Shivasri! 🎉 We’re thrilled to hear that our study guides and practice exams helped you on your Salesforce journey. Thank you for your valuable feedback on the integration topics, we’ll definitely review it for future updates.
I have passed it on my first TRY. This course/practice exam is really helpful.
Congrats, Justin! 🎉 Passing the Platform Developer 1 on your first try is a fantastic achievement, and we’re thrilled that our course and practice exams were helpful in your success. Keep up the great work!
Hello Justin, congrats for passing this exam.
are the questions in the exam are the same to FOF ?
Thank you
Passed my Platform Developer I and couldn’t have done it without Focus On Force! My Admin and Developer certs are both thanks to the coursework from Focus on Force!
Congratulations, Kurt, on passing your Platform Developer I exam! 🎉 We’re thrilled to hear that our course materials helped you achieve both your Admin and Developer certifications. Keep up the fantastic work, and we’re here to support you every step of the way! 🚀
Thank you FocusOnForce team, I passed my “Salesforce Platform Developer I” exam on the first attempt, and FoF was a key part of this achievement. Thanks!
Congratulations, Axel! 🎉 We’re thrilled to hear that you passed your “Salesforce Platform Developer I” exam on your first attempt. It’s fantastic to know that Focus on Force played a key role in your success. Thank you for trusting us with your preparation, and we wish you continued success in your Salesforce journey. Keep up the great work! 🚀
Thanks Sandeep!
Just pass my Salesforce Platform Developer I exam after 2 attempts. FoF helps me a lot, thank you very much
Congratulations, Soro! 🎉 We’re thrilled to hear that you passed your Salesforce Platform Developer I exam after two attempts. Thank you for choosing FoF and for letting us be a part of your success! 🚀