Custom Metadata Types vs Custom Settings vs Custom Labels 💬 In plain words: Three lookalikes: Custom Metadata = configuration that DEPLOYS with your code (best for app settings). Custom Settings = org/user-specific values, changeable at runtime (hierarchy type is great for bypass switches). Custom Labels = translatable text for the UI. 📌 Example: API endpoint URLs per environment → Custom Metadata (deploys with code, sandbox vs prod values). A 'Bypass_Automation__c' checkbox an admin flips during data load → hierarchy Custom Setting. The word 'Submit' translated to Hindi → Custom Label. 🎬 Real-Life Example: The Fee Table Trapped Inside Code Skyline charges a different delivery fee per city. Apex needs those rates on every booking. The Old/Bad Way: if (city == 'Delhi') fee = 50. Else if (city == 'Mumbai') fee = 65. … Every rate change is a code change, a test run, and a deployment. Why this is bad: Business data is trappe...
Introduction: Lightning Web Components (LWC) is a modern programming model for building lightning-fast web components on the Salesforce platform. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced developer, mastering LWC can greatly enhance your Salesforce development skills. In this blog post, we will explore some of the best Trailhead modules and trails that will guide you on your journey to becoming an LWC expert. 1. "Get Started with Lightning Web Components": Trailhead offers an excellent starting point with its "Get Started with Lightning Web Components" trail. This trail introduces the fundamental concepts of LWC and guides you through the process of building your first Lightning Web Component. It covers topics such as data binding, event handling, and component composition. 2. "Build Flexible Apps with Lightning Web Components": This trail is designed for developers who want to take their LWC skills to the next level. It covers advanced topics li...