Exam Domains

Heroku Platform Heroku Platform 10%

1.1Demonstrate an understanding of the basics behind building and deploying apps on Heroku.
1.2Architect scalable solutions that are performant even during high-traffic spikes.
1.3Architect and deploy solutions using add-ons and other components from the Elements Marketplace, including various add-ons, buildpacks, and Heroku Buttons.

Data Data 17%

2.1Demonstrate knowledge of Heroku Postgres, including data handling, security, and common use cases for follower databases.
2.2Describe the use cases of Dataclips.
2.3Architect solutions using Apache Kafka on Heroku to facilitate streaming communication between applications, services, or functions.
2.4Architect solutions using Heroku Key-Value Store (KVS).
2.5Demonstrate the ability to prescribe a third-party add-on and add-on sharing, when appropriate.

Security Security 15%

3.1Construct architectures that leverage Heroku to achieve different security certifications.
3.2Recommend Heroku Private Space Peering or VPN connections for appropriate use cases.
3.3Recommend when an app should run in the Private Space Runtime versus the Common Runtime.

Heroku Enterprise Heroku Enterprise 28%

4.1Demonstrate how features of Heroku Enterprise can improve a system's architecture.
4.2Recommend networking solutions that use Heroku Private Spaces or the Common Runtime, appropriately.
4.3Describe the compliance features of Heroku Shield.
4.4Describe the features of Enterprise Teams.

Architect Applications Architect Applications 15%

5.1Recommend architectures that use the Twelve-Factor App methodology correctly.
5.2Construct solutions for creating an orchestration layer for building a microservices architecture using Apache Kafka on Heroku.

Integrations Integrations 15%

6.1Recommend architectures that use Heroku Connect appropriately, including the correct use of External IDs.
6.2Recommend techniques to integrate Heroku apps with the Salesforce Lightning Platform, and understand when to apply particular techniques.

Exam Details

Question TypesMultiple Choice, Multiple Select

FormatLinear

Online ProctoringAvailable

ID RequirementsOne valid, government-issued photo ID. Name must match Webassessor registration exactly.

RenewalRequired -- Salesforce releases three major updates per year. For each release, certified professionals must complete a free maintenance module on Trailhead to retain their certification. No cost for maintenance.

Retake PolicyRetake available after scheduling (no mandatory waiting period for first retake). Retake fee ~$100 for most exams.

LanguagesEnglish, Japanese, Brazilian Portuguese, Spanish, French, German

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