Salesforce Platform App Builder Certification Training - Package or Custom Lightning Component

The video tutorial explains the concept of packages, which are collections of components or applications used to distribute apps to users. It distinguishes between unmanaged and managed packages, highlighting their uses and features. Unmanaged packages are for open-source applications, while managed packages are for selling apps through AppExchange, offering upgradeability and license management. The tutorial also covers creating custom applications and the process of installing packages from AppExchange, emphasizing testing in a sandbox before production deployment.

What is the primary purpose of a package in application development?

• To create isolated applications

• To remove metadata from applications

• To complicate the user experience

• To bundle and distribute components or applications

Which type of package is used for distributing open-source applications?

• Custom package

• Premium package

• Unmanaged package

• Managed package

What is a key feature of managed packages?

• They cannot be upgraded

• They are only for internal use

• They offer seamless upgrades and user base management

• They are not available on the App Exchange

Where can you find and download managed packages?

• From the application store

• From the App Exchange

• From the developer's website

• Directly from the developer

What is the recommended first step before installing a package into production?

• Install directly into production

• Test in a sandbox environment

• Notify all users

• Deactivate all other packages