As a Quality Engineer, your role is to ensure that the software your company produces is of high quality and meets the needs of your customers. However, when it comes to Salesforce applications, there are some key differences between a Salesforce Quality Engineer and a non-Salesforce Quality Engineer. Here are some of the main differences:
Knowledge of Salesforce platform
A Salesforce Quality Engineer needs to have a deep understanding of the Salesforce platform, including its various features and functionalities. This is because Salesforce applications are built on a unique platform that has its own set of tools, languages, and frameworks. A non-Salesforce Quality Engineer may not have this level of knowledge and may need to spend more time learning about the platform before they can effectively test the application.
Familiarity with Apex Language
Salesforce applications are built using Apex, a proprietary programming language developed by Salesforce. A Salesforce Quality Engineer needs to be familiar with Apex in order to write test scripts and identify potential issues with the code. A non-Salesforce Quality Engineer may not have this knowledge and may need to rely on developers or other team members to help them understand the code.
Understanding of Salesforce Data Model
Salesforce applications use a unique data model that differs from traditional relational databases. A Salesforce Quality Engineer needs to understand this data model in order to design and execute effective test scripts. A non-Salesforce Quality Engineer may not be familiar with this data model and may need to spend additional time learning about it.
Knowledge of Salesforce-specific Testing Tools
Salesforce provides a variety of testing tools that are specific to the Salesforce platform, such as ApexTestRunner, Selenium, and TestComplete. A Salesforce Quality Engineer needs to be familiar with these tools in order to create and execute effective test scripts. A non-Salesforce Quality Engineer may not be familiar with these tools and may need to rely on more general testing tools.
Understanding of Salesforce Security Model
Salesforce applications are designed with security in mind and have a unique security model that needs to be understood and tested by the quality engineer. A Salesforce Quality Engineer needs to be familiar with this security model in order to identify potential security vulnerabilities and ensure that the application is secure. A non-Salesforce Quality Engineer may not be familiar with this security model and may need to rely on other team members to help them test the application’s security.
In summary, a Salesforce Quality Engineer needs to have a deep understanding of the Salesforce platform, Apex language, data model, testing tools, and security model. While a non-Salesforce Quality Engineer may have some of this knowledge, they may need to spend additional time learning about the platform and its unique features before they can effectively test a Salesforce application.
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