Salesforce Certified Heroku Architect Exam Questions

The Salesforce Certified Heroku Architect credential validates expertise in designing, deploying, and managing scalable applications on the Heroku platform, especially Heroku Enterprise. This certification is ideal for Heroku Consultants and Partners who possess a strong understanding of application development best practices and can architect robust solutions.

Exam Overview:

This exam guide provides comprehensive details for the Salesforce Certified Heroku Architect Exam. It assesses your ability to:

• Plan, Build, Deploy & Scale: Architect, build, deploy, and scale Heroku applications, while managing operations, teams, and build infrastructure.
• Heroku Enterprise Expertise: Understand when to leverage Heroku Enterprise and its enhanced security and trust features.
• Add-on Integration: Apply add-ons to enhance applications, with a focus on Heroku Postgres and Apache Kafka on Heroku.
• Salesforce Integration: Integrate Heroku apps with Salesforce data using databases, APIs, and event-driven systems, including Heroku Connect.

Target Audience:

This credential is designed for professionals with at least two years of experience in Heroku-related domains, including:

• Application Deployment: Building and deploying applications on the Heroku platform.
• Scalable Architecture: Architecting scalable solutions for demanding applications.
• Elements Marketplace: Utilizing add-ons from the Elements Marketplace.
• Database Design: Designing architectures with Heroku Postgres, Heroku Redis, Dataclips, and Heroku Connect.
• Add-on Management: Recommending and implementing third-party add-ons and add-on sharing.
• Networking: Utilizing Heroku Private Space Peering and VPN connections.
• Runtime Understanding: Understanding the differences between Private Space Runtime and Common Runtime.
• Enterprise Enhancements: Recognizing how Heroku Enterprise enhances overall system architecture.
• Security & Certifications: Architecting solutions with Heroku Shield and understanding various Heroku certifications.
• Team Structures: Structuring solutions with Enterprise Teams.
• Application Methodologies: Applying the Twelve-Factor App methodology.
• Microservices: Creating microservices architectures.
• Streaming Data: Incorporating Apache Kafka on Heroku.
• Lightning Platform Integration: Integrating Heroku apps with the Salesforce Lightning Platform.

(Note: This exam does not require expertise in architecting Salesforce Lightning Platform solutions.)

Exam Details:

• Format: 60 multiple-choice/multiple-select questions
• Time Allotted: 105 minutes
• Passing Score: 72%
• Registration Fee: US$400 + applicable local taxes
• Retake Fee: US$200 + applicable local taxes
• Delivery: Proctored exam at a testing center or online (link provided for scheduling).
• References: No materials allowed during the exam.
• Prerequisites: None

Resources for Success:

To maximize your chances of passing, combine hands-on experience with formal training and self-study. Explore official Salesforce documentation and consider relevant training courses to prepare for the Salesforce Certified Heroku Architect Exam.