Acquiring knowledge of Apex has proved to be a valuable skill for developers eager to add business logic, as well as to execute flow and transaction control statements on Salesforce server. \nIn this updated and expanded second edition, Author Paul Battisson places a significant emphasis on the scalability, security, and deployment capabilities of Salesforce applications. The nine-time Salesforce MVP took another shot at teaching Apex programming and getting people to start developing Salesforce applications with complete confidence. \nSome of the most notable features of this newer edition are: \nSetting up the Salesforce development environment and improving code storage and execution techniques. \nWriting secure Apex code and different ways to enforce security while scaling applications. \nMultiple ways to put your Apex code into production. \nAcquire working knowledge of declaring variables in Apex. \nRecognize Apex's collection-based functionality. \nUse Apex's different control statements to manage the flow of a program. \nGet familiar with Apex's built-in testing tools. \nAcquire proficiency in interacting with third-party applications and data. \nA quick rundown on successfully operating and managing CI/CD and DevOps. \nExpert-run approaches and best practices to write robust codes and avoid major mistakes. \nThe book contains updates on several sections of this book, including but not limited to programming principles, the use of REST APIs, code testing, and simple examples to assist you in developing dynamic solutions and creating a platform to build.