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Salesforce AppExchange Success Blueprint

By : Jakub Stefaniak
Book Image

Salesforce AppExchange Success Blueprint

By: Jakub Stefaniak

Overview of this book

Are you ready to turn your million-dollar ideas into reality? Salesforce AppExchange Success Blueprint is your ultimate guide to becoming a successful ISV partner and publishing your Salesforce applications on the AppExchange. This book covers every facet of the application development process, from the initial partnership establishment to smoothly preparing for security review and managing app releases. Packed with real-world examples, case studies, and detailed guides, it’ll help you master AppExchange development. Throughout this experience, you’ll discover how to create customer-centric applications that seamlessly integrate with external systems, ensuring a frictionless user experience. You’ll also navigate the intricate process of preparing for security reviews and managing app releases. In addition, you’ll delve into the critical realm of business strategy, addressing essential elements such as maximizing profitability, achieving operational excellence, leveraging analytics to make data-driven decisions, and effectively handling technical debt to maintain your app's robustness and scalability. By the end of this journey, you’ll possess a deep understanding of AppExchange development from both technical and business standpoints, making you well-prepared to excel in the Salesforce ecosystem. Let's embark on this exciting path together!
Table of Contents (19 chapters)
Free Chapter
1
Part 1:Setting the Stage
5
Part 2:Building Blocks
9
Part 3:Delivering Value
13
Part 4:Scaling for Success

How often should you release and deploy?

Now that you understand the differences between releases and deployments, as well as the power of push upgrades, the question arises: How often should you release and deploy?

The frequency of releases largely depends on several factors such as your development team’s speed, your customers’ adaptability to new changes, and your organization’s strategic goals. Many ISVs choose to release new features three times a year, aligning with Salesforce’s release cycle. This cadence allows ample time for development, testing, and ensuring compatibility with the Salesforce platform’s updates.

On the other hand, deployments can be performed as frequently as you want. They can serve as an excellent tool for delivering updates, bug fixes, and enhancements promptly. For example, during my tenure as a release manager at IPfolio (a substantial OEM), I introduced a weekly cycle of deployments. This approach ensured swift...