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: Salesforce Lightning Data Service is a powerful tool that enables developers and administrators to access and manipulate Salesforce data without writing complex code. It provides a declarative and efficient way to interact with data, simplifying development and enhancing user experiences. In this blog post, we will explore the features, benefits, and potential of leveraging Salesforce Lightning Data Service to maximize productivity and streamline data management. 1. Declarative Data Access: Lightning Data Service allows developers to declaratively access and manipulate Salesforce data using standard Lightning components, such as lightning:recordForm and lightning:recordViewForm. These components automatically handle data retrieval, caching, and updates, eliminating the need for manual Apex coding. This declarative approach saves development time and effort while ensuring consistency and best practices. 2. Real-Time Data Updates: With Lightning Data Service, you can...