M1
Application design
Requirements, declarative vs programmatic decisions, app structure and user experience.
Core Platform & Admin · Learning Path ASalesforce Platform App Builder
Salesforce Platform App Builder
Training Course
Learn to design custom Salesforce applications with declarative tools before reaching for code. This course focuses on data modelling, user experience, validation, formulas, automation, access controls, and deployment concepts.
Custom data model design
Formulas and validation rules
Lightning App Builder
Hands-on project and review
Practical learning pathProject-led curriculumCareer guidance available
6Core modules
30–40 hoursGuided learning
1+Practical project
Course overview
What you will learn in this Salesforce Platform App Builder program
App Builder skills help turn business requirements into maintainable platform apps. You will practise deciding when clicks-not-code is appropriate and documenting the logic behind a solution.
Skills covered
- Custom data model design
- Formulas and validation rules
- Lightning App Builder
- Declarative automation and deployment
Who should join?
Salesforce administrators, business analysts, and declarative application builders. The learning path can be adjusted to the learner’s starting level after an initial discussion with the training team.
Before you enrol
Prerequisites & learning approach
Salesforce Administrator or equivalent platform fundamentals are recommended.
- Instructor-led concept sessions and guided demonstrations.
- Practice tasks and scenario-based discussions.
- Project documentation and review checkpoints.
- Interview preparation or certification-aligned revision where relevant to the chosen track.
Duration is a recommended planning estimate. Final hours and lab access should be confirmed for the selected cohort.
Module-wise curriculum
Ask for batch details →Salesforce Platform App Builder syllabus
Study the learning sequence below. Module delivery order may be adjusted to the cohort’s background and the available Salesforce training environment.
M2
Data model design
Custom objects, fields, relationships, schema builder concepts and data modelling.
M3
Business logic
Formula fields, validation rules, roll-up summaries and declarative logic.
M4
User interface
Lightning App Builder, record/page layouts, dynamic forms/actions and navigation.
M5
Automation and access
Flows, approval process concepts, permissions and sharing considerations.
M6
Packaging, deployment and review
Change sets / deployment concepts, app quality, testing, documentation and exam-style scenarios.
Applied learning
Practical project: build and explain a real business scenario
Build a service-request or case-tracking application with custom objects, page layouts, business rules, access controls, and an automated workflow.
Career relevance
Roles this learning path can support
The following are example role directions aligned with the skills taught. Hiring requirements differ by employer, experience, communication skills, and hands-on ability.
Salesforce App Builder
Junior Salesforce Administrator
CRM Application Analyst
Common questions
FAQs about Salesforce Platform App Builder
Who should take Platform App Builder?
It is best suited to learners who already understand Salesforce objects, fields, access controls, and basic administration.
Will the course teach Apex?
The focus is declarative application development. You will learn how to recognise when a requirement may need programmatic development.
Is a project included?
Yes. The practical outcome is a custom business application with documented data structure, business rules, and user experience.
Is an official Salesforce certification included?
The course may include certification-aligned preparation, but it does not issue an official Salesforce credential. Check the current official exam guide, registration process, prerequisites, and fees separately.
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