A structured catalog of every significant study content source available for the Salesforce Certified Technical Architect exam. Each entry includes the source title, URL, which CTA domains it covers, and how we should use it (reference material, study content source, decision guide, etc.).
For preparation timelines, coaching programs, mock scenarios, and costs, see CTA Preparation Guide.
1. Official Salesforce Resources
Exam-Specific
Trailhead Trails and Trailmixes
| Source | URL | Domains | Usage |
|---|
| Architect Journey Master Trailmix | trailhead.salesforce.com | All 7 | Study material — compilation of all architect domain trailmixes |
| Data Architecture Trailmix | trailhead.salesforce.com | Data | Study material — data modeling, LDV, governance |
| Identity & Access Management Trailmix | trailhead.salesforce.com | Security | Study material — SSO, OAuth, SAML, identity flows |
| Integration Architecture Trailmix | trailhead.salesforce.com | Integration | Study material — integration patterns, middleware, APIs |
| Well-Architected Framework Module | trailhead.salesforce.com | All 7 | Study material — Trusted, Easy, Adaptable pillars |
| Build Well-Architected Solutions | trailhead.salesforce.com | All 7 | Study material — applying the framework to real solutions |
| Identity Basics Module | trailhead.salesforce.com | Security | Study material — SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect protocols |
| Apex Enterprise Patterns: Service Layer | trailhead.salesforce.com | Solution Architecture, Dev Lifecycle | Study material — enterprise design patterns for Apex |
| Atlas Reasoning Engine Module | trailhead.salesforce.com | System Architecture | Study material — Agentforce AI architecture |
| Architect Certification Maintenance (Winter ‘25) | trailhead.salesforce.com | All 7 | Reference — staying current with platform changes |
Salesforce Architects Portal (architect.salesforce.com)
The central hub for all Salesforce architecture content. This is the single most important reference site for CTA preparation.
| Source | URL | Domains | Usage |
|---|
| Salesforce Architects Home | architect.salesforce.com | All 7 | Reference — central hub for all architecture content |
| Architecture Basics | architect.salesforce.com | System Architecture | Study material — foundational architecture concepts |
| Platform Transformation Overview | architect.salesforce.com | System Architecture | Study material — modern platform capabilities |
Fundamentals Section
| Source | URL | Domains | Usage |
|---|
| Data 360 Architecture | architect.salesforce.com | Data, Integration | Study material — modern data architecture with Data Cloud |
| Data 360 Integration Patterns | architect.salesforce.com | Integration | Study material — updated integration patterns for Data 360 era |
| Integration Patterns (Classic) | architect.salesforce.com | Integration | Study material — request-reply, fire-forget, batch, pub-sub |
| Platform Sharing Architecture | architect.salesforce.com | Security | Study material — sharing model deep dive |
| Enterprise Agentic Architecture | architect.salesforce.com | System Architecture, Integration | Study material — Agentforce design patterns and architecture |
Reference Diagrams Section
Official Documentation PDFs
| Source | URL | Domains | Usage |
|---|
| Integration Patterns and Practices (Spring ‘26) | resources.docs.salesforce.com | Integration | Study material — definitive guide to all integration patterns |
| Developer Limits & Allocations Quick Reference | resources.docs.salesforce.com | System Architecture, Data | Reference — all governor limits, API limits, SOQL limits |
| Salesforce Security Guide (Spring ‘26) | resources.docs.salesforce.com | Security | Study material — complete security implementation guide |
| Shield Platform Encryption Architecture | resources.docs.salesforce.com | Security | Study material — encryption architecture and key management |
| Field Audit Trail Implementation Guide | resources.docs.salesforce.com | Data, Security | Study material — audit trail architecture and retention policies |
| Best Practices for Large Data Volumes | developer.salesforce.com | Data | Study material — LDV strategies, indexing, skinny tables |
| Sales Territories Implementation Guide | resources.docs.salesforce.com | System Architecture, Security | Reference — Enterprise Territory Management |
| Hyperforce Security, Privacy & Architecture | salesforce.com | System Architecture, Security | Study material — cloud-native architecture whitepaper |
Developer Documentation
2. Well-Architected Framework
The Well-Architected Framework is organized into three pillars, each with specific guidance areas. This entire framework should be studied thoroughly for CTA preparation.
Framework Overview
| Source | URL | Domains | Usage |
|---|
| Well-Architected Overview | architect.salesforce.com | All 7 | Study material — framework structure and principles |
| Dreamforce ‘24 Architect Keynote | salesforce.com/plus | All 7 | Reference — latest architectural vision |
Pillar 1: Trusted
Solutions must be secure, compliant, and reliable.
| Guidance Area | Sub-Areas | CTA Domains |
|---|
| Secure | Organizational Security, Session Security, Data Security | Security |
| Compliant | Legal Adherence, Ethical Standards, Accessibility | Security, System Architecture |
| Reliable | Availability, Performance, Scalability | System Architecture, Data |
Pillar 2: Easy
Solutions must be intentional, automated, and engaging.
| Guidance Area | Sub-Areas | CTA Domains |
|---|
| Intentional | Strategy, Maintainability, Readability | Solution Architecture, Dev Lifecycle |
| Automated | Efficiency, Data Integrity | Solution Architecture, Data |
| Engaging | Streamlined, Helpful | Solution Architecture, Communication |
Pillar 3: Adaptable
Solutions must be resilient and composable.
| Guidance Area | Sub-Areas | CTA Domains |
|---|
| Resilient | Application Lifecycle Management, Incident Response, Continuity Planning | Dev Lifecycle, System Architecture |
| Composable | Separation of Concerns, Interoperability, Packageability | Solution Architecture, Integration |
Framework Application
The Well-Architected Framework provides the “why” behind architectural decisions. During the CTA Review Board, framing answers using Trusted/Easy/Adaptable language demonstrates architectural maturity and alignment with Salesforce’s vision.
3. Decision Guides (architect.salesforce.com)
These are curated, opinionated resources created by Salesforce’s architecture and product teams. They provide structured decision trees for common architectural choices — invaluable for the CTA Review Board.
| Guide | URL | Domains | Usage |
|---|
| Decision Guides Hub | architect.salesforce.com | All 7 | Decision guide source — index of all available guides |
| Data Integration | architect.salesforce.com | Integration, Data | Decision guide source — replication vs virtualization, middleware vs direct API |
| Event-Driven Architecture | architect.salesforce.com | Integration | Decision guide source — Platform Events, CDC, streaming |
| Building Forms | architect.salesforce.com | Solution Architecture | Decision guide source — Dynamic Forms vs Flow vs LWC |
| Data 360 Interoperability | architect.salesforce.com | Data, Integration | Decision guide source — cross-org and multi-org data strategies |
| Data 360 Provisioning | (under Decision Guides) | System Architecture, Data | Decision guide source — multi-org architecture with Data Cloud |
| Record-Triggered Automation | (under Decision Guides) | Solution Architecture | Decision guide source — before-save Flow vs after-save Flow vs Apex triggers |
How to Use Decision Guides for CTA
During the Review Board, judges want to see that you can justify why you chose a specific approach. Decision guides provide the structured reasoning framework. Study each guide and practice articulating the trade-offs between options.
Published Decision Frameworks (Non-Salesforce)
4. Salesforce Architect Blog
Official blog posts from Salesforce covering architectural patterns, best practices, and decision-making. These are primary sources for up-to-date architectural guidance.
| Post | URL | Domains | Usage |
|---|
| Salesforce Architecture Blog (All Posts) | salesforce.com/blog/category/architects | All 7 | Study material — ongoing architectural content |
| Relaunching the Salesforce Architecture Program | salesforce.com/blog | All 7 | Reference — architecture program restructuring |
| Architectural Decisions: Human-Led, AI-Powered | salesforce.com/blog | Solution Architecture | Study material — ADR methodology with AI |
| Align Integration Patterns to Use Cases | salesforce.com/blog | Integration | Study material — pattern selection guidance |
| Well-Architected Framework Pillars + Agentforce | salesforce.com/blog | All 7 | Study material — applying Well-Architected to Agentforce |
| Certified Technical Architects (Official) | salesforce.com/blog | All 7 | Reference — what makes a CTA |
Salesforce Engineers Blog
| Post | URL | Domains | Usage |
|---|
| Inside Agentforce: Atlas Reasoning Engine | engineering.salesforce.com | System Architecture | Study material — deep technical architecture of Atlas |
Governor Limits Documentation
Large Data Volumes (LDV)
| Source | URL | Domains | Usage |
|---|
| Best Practices for LDV Deployments | developer.salesforce.com | Data | Study material — skinny tables, indexes, query optimization |
| Designing for High-Volume Reads | medium.com/salesforce-architects | Data | Study material — read optimization strategies |
| Top 10 LDV Best Practices | salesforcecodex.com | Data | Study material — practical LDV handling strategies |
| LDV Data Mastery Q&A | odaseva.com | Data | Study material — architect perspective on LDV |
Key Limits to Memorize for CTA
Critical Limits
These limits frequently come up during the CTA Review Board Q&A:
- SOQL queries: 100 (sync) / 200 (async)
- DML statements: 150 per transaction
- CPU time: 10,000 ms (sync) / 60,000 ms (async)
- Heap size: 6 MB (sync) / 12 MB (async)
- Callouts: 100 per transaction, 120s cumulative timeout
- API calls: Edition-dependent (Enterprise: 100K/day base)
- Custom objects: 2,000 (EE) / 2,500 (UE+)
- SOQL query rows: 50,000 per transaction
- DML rows: 10,000 per transaction
6. Integration Architecture Resources
Official Integration Documentation
| Source | URL | Domains | Usage |
|---|
| Integration Patterns and Practices (PDF) | resources.docs.salesforce.com | Integration | Study material — the definitive integration patterns guide |
| Integration Patterns (architect.salesforce.com) | architect.salesforce.com | Integration | Study material — updated patterns with Data 360 |
| Data 360 Integration Patterns | architect.salesforce.com | Integration, Data | Study material — modern integration with Data Cloud |
Integration Pattern Categories
The official patterns document covers these pattern types (all critical for CTA):
| Pattern | Description | Key Technology |
|---|
| Request-Reply | Synchronous call to remote system, wait for response | REST/SOAP APIs, External Services |
| Fire-and-Forget | Asynchronous message sent without waiting for response | Platform Events, Outbound Messages |
| Batch Data Sync | Scheduled bulk data movement between systems | Batch Apex, MuleSoft, ETL tools |
| Remote Call-In | External system calls into Salesforce | REST/SOAP APIs, Bulk API |
| Data Virtualization | Query external data without replication | Salesforce Connect, External Objects |
| Pub/Sub (Event-Driven) | Publish events to subscribers | Platform Events, Change Data Capture, Streaming API |
MuleSoft Resources
| Source | URL | Domains | Usage |
|---|
| Getting Started with SF Integration via MuleSoft | developer.mulesoft.com | Integration | Study material — MuleSoft integration patterns |
| Subscribe to CDC Events with MuleSoft | developer.mulesoft.com | Integration | Study material — CDC implementation guide |
| Platform Events vs CDC (MuleSoft Blog) | blogs.mulesoft.com | Integration | Decision guide source — when to use PE vs CDC |
| Salesforce Connector for MuleSoft | docs.mulesoft.com | Integration | Reference — event processing with MuleSoft |
| Source | URL | Domains | Usage |
|---|
| Event-Driven Architecture Decision Guide | architect.salesforce.com | Integration | Decision guide source — EDA pattern selection |
| Salesforce Event-Driven Architecture with MuleSoft | blogs.infomentum.com | Integration | Study material — EDA implementation patterns |
| CDC + MuleSoft Real-Time Integration | smartbridge.com | Integration | Study material — real-time CDC implementation |
7. Security Architecture Resources
Sharing and Visibility
| Source | URL | Domains | Usage |
|---|
| Platform Sharing Architecture | architect.salesforce.com | Security | Study material — definitive sharing model guide |
| Data Security Model Explained Visually | developer.salesforce.com | Security | Study material — visual guide to OWD, role hierarchy, sharing rules |
| Sharing and Visibility Architect Study (PDF) | audit9.blog | Security | Study material — sharing architecture reference |
| Record Access Explained | salesforceben.com | Security | Study material — how record access really works |
| 20 Key Topics for Sharing & Visibility | medium.com | Security | Study material — comprehensive topic breakdown |
Identity and Access Management
| Source | URL | Domains | Usage |
|---|
| Salesforce Identity Flows | cloudsundial.com | Security | Study material — comprehensive identity flow diagrams |
| Salesforce SSO Flows | cloudsundial.com | Security | Study material — SP-Initiated, IdP-Initiated, SAML, OAuth |
| Identity Basics Module | trailhead.salesforce.com | Security | Study material — SAML, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect protocols |
| OpenID Connect Provider Config | help.salesforce.com | Security | Reference — OIDC authentication provider setup |
| Salesforce as OpenID Connect IdP | help.salesforce.com | Security | Reference — configuring SF as identity provider |
Salesforce Shield
| Source | URL | Domains | Usage |
|---|
| Shield Platform Encryption Architecture (PDF) | resources.docs.salesforce.com | Security | Study material — encryption architecture, AES-256, key management |
| Complete Guide to Shield | salesforceben.com | Security | Study material — Shield components overview |
| Shield Implementation Guide 2025 | getgenerative.ai | Security | Study material — practical Shield implementation |
| Security Architecture: Zero-Trust, Encryption & Compliance | researchgate.net | Security | Study material — academic treatment of SF security architecture |
Security Implementation
| Source | URL | Domains | Usage |
|---|
| Salesforce Security Guide (PDF, Spring ‘26) | resources.docs.salesforce.com | Security | Study material — comprehensive security implementation |
| Security Model: 4 Layers | flosum.com | Security | Study material — org, object, field, record-level security |
| Hierarchical Sharing Structure | help.salesforce.com | Security | Reference — role hierarchy and record visibility concepts |
8. Books with Chapter Breakdowns
”Becoming a Salesforce Certified Technical Architect” (2nd Edition)
Author: Tameem Bahri | Publisher: Packt (2023) | Pages: 568 | ISBN: 978-1803239439
The definitive CTA preparation book. Includes 9 mock scenarios with solution breakdowns.
| Chapter | Title | CTA Domain(s) | Key Topics |
|---|
| 1 | Starting Your Journey as a CTA | Overview | Exam format, prerequisites, preparation strategy |
| 2 | Core Architectural Concepts: Data Life Cycle | Data | Data governance, data quality, data lifecycle management in Salesforce |
| 3 | Core Architectural Concepts: Integration and Cryptography | Integration, Security | Integration styles (file transfer, remote procedure, messaging, mashup), SOA, microservices, API-led architecture, event-driven architecture, cryptography algorithms |
| 4 | Core Architectural Concepts: Identity and Access Management | Security | IAM concepts, standards, tokens, authentication flows, SAML 2.0 |
| 5 | Developing a Scalable System Architecture | System Architecture | Multi-system design, reporting, org strategy, mobile, licensing |
| 6 | Designing a Secure Architecture | Security | Platform security, portal architecture, record-level security, identity management |
| 7 | Designing a Scalable Salesforce Data Architecture | Data | Data modeling, LDV, migration, data operations |
| 8 | Creating a Lean Solution Architecture | Solution Architecture | Declarative vs programmatic, AppExchange, external applications |
| 9 | Forging an Integrated Solution | Integration | Integration landscape, patterns, platform-specific tools |
| 10 | Building a Resilient Development Lifecycle | Dev Lifecycle | Risk management, governance, environment management, CI/CD |
| 11 | Presenting and Defending Your Solution | Communication | Presentation techniques, diagram creation, Q&A handling |
| 12 | Mock Exam Scenarios | All 7 | 9 full mock scenarios with solution walkthroughs |
Practice Scenarios Included:
- Packt Innovative Retailers (Security focus)
- Packt United Builders (System Architecture focus)
- Packt Visiting Angels (Solution Architecture focus)
- Packt Medical Equipment (Integration focus)
- Modern Furniture (Dev Lifecycle focus)
- Lightning Utility, Pioneer Auto, Packt Digital, Online Wizz
Key Artifacts Covered:
Actors & Licenses Diagram, Data Model Diagram, System Landscape Diagram, Role Hierarchy Diagram, Business Process Flow Diagram, Development Lifecycle Diagram, Contextual SSO Flow Diagram
Other Essential Books
| Book | Author(s) | Domains | Key Topics |
|---|
| Salesforce Architect’s Handbook | Dipanker Jyoti, James Hutcherson | All 7 | End-to-end solutions guide: data, security, integration, identity, mobile, DevOps |
| Salesforce Data Architecture and Management | Ahsan Zafar | Data | Data modeling, LDV, regulatory compliance, governance |
| Enterprise Integration Patterns | Gregor Hohpe, Bobby Woolf | Integration | Messaging patterns, transformation, routing — the foundational integration reference |
| Fundamentals of Software Architecture | Mark Richards, Neal Ford | Solution Architecture | Architecture styles, modularity, trade-off analysis |
| Enterprise Architecture As Strategy | Jeanne Ross, Peter Weill, David Robertson | System Architecture | Operating models, architecture maturity, IT governance |
| IT Savvy | Peter Weill, Jeanne Ross | System Architecture | Business-architecture alignment, digitized platforms |
| Software Systems Architecture | Nick Rozanski, Eoin Woods | Communication | Viewpoints, perspectives, architectural description |
CTA-Specific Blogs
| Blog | Author | URL | Domains | Usage |
|---|
| CTA Gang of Four | Community CTAs | ctagof.com | All 7 | Reference — mock scenario repository, CTA journey stories |
| CTA202 | Andrew Hart | cta202.com | All 7 | Reference — mock scenarios and Review Board prep |
| Cloud Johann | Johann (CTA) | cloudjohann.com | All 7 | Study material — CTA mock exams, preparation guides, mentorship advice |
| SF Toolkit CTA Notes | Community | sf-toolkit.com/cta | All 7 | Reference — personal CTA study notes and tools |
| Bob Buzzard Blog | Keir Bowden (CTA) | bob-buzzard.medium.com | All 7 | Study material — CTA tips, architecture patterns |
| DYDC | Dinesh Yadav | dineshyadav.com | All 7 | Study material — detailed domain breakdowns |
| The CTA Blog | Community | thectablog.com | All 7 | Reference — journey stories and preparation advice |
| Craftware CTA Path | Craftware | craftware.com | All 7 | Study material — three-act CTA preparation strategy |
Architecture-Focused Blogs
| Blog | Author/Org | URL | Domains | Usage |
|---|
| Salesforce Ben (Architects) | Salesforce Ben | salesforceben.com | All 7 | Study material — comprehensive guides, top articles for architects |
| Andy in the Cloud | Andy Fawcett | andyinthecloud.com | Solution Architecture, Dev Lifecycle | Study material — Apex Enterprise Patterns, design patterns |
| Apex Hours Blog | Amit Chaudhary | apexhours.com | All 7 | Study material — architect content, integration patterns, CTA webinars |
| Salesforce Codex | Community | salesforcecodex.com | All 7 | Study material — Well-Architected Framework breakdowns |
| Salesforce Chacha | Community | salesforcechacha.com | All 7 | Study material — decision guides analysis, architect news |
| Cloud Sundial | Community | cloudsundial.com | Security | Study material — identity flows and SSO flow diagrams |
| Shell Black (Whiteboard) | Shell Black | shellblack.com | Security | Study material — OWD, sharing rules, role hierarchy |
YouTube Channels
| Channel | Focus | URL | Domains | Usage |
|---|
| Apex Hours | CTA success journeys, architect patterns, live webinars with CTAs | youtube.com | All 7 | Study material — deep architectural content |
| Coding With The Force | Architecture, integrations, APIs, DevOps | youtube.com | Integration, Dev Lifecycle | Study material — hands-on architect content |
| Salesforce Architects (Official) | Official architecture content and patterns | youtube.com | All 7 | Study material — authoritative architecture guidance |
| Salesforce Developers | Developer tutorials, webinars, event recordings | youtube.com | All 7 | Reference — platform capabilities deep dives |
| Salesforce Ben | Certification guides, career advice, features | youtube.com | All 7 | Reference — exam preparation, study tips |
| Focus on Force | Detailed certification topic breakdowns | youtube.com | All 7 | Study material — exam topic deep dives |
Podcasts
| Podcast | Focus | Domains | Usage |
|---|
| Salesforce Posse | Interviews with CTAs and architects, career progression from Admin to Architect | All 7 | Reference — CTA journey stories, mindset |
| Salesforce Admins Podcast | Weekly episodes with expert advice, product updates | System Architecture, Solution Architecture | Reference — platform capabilities, admin-architect bridge |
| Good Day, Sir! | Developer-focused with advanced topics | Integration, Dev Lifecycle | Study material — deep technical content |
GitHub Repositories
| Repository | URL | Domains | Usage |
|---|
| Salesforce CTA Study Guide (Coding With The Force) | github.com | All 7 | Study material — ERDs, mock scenarios, slide templates, wiki notes |
| CTA Cheat Sheet (grebmann1) | github.com | All 7 | Reference — best practices and limitations by domain |
| Packt Publishing CTA Book Scenarios | github.com | All 7 | Study material — 9 mock exam PDFs from the Bahri book |
Coaching Programs
| Program | URL | Domains | Usage |
|---|
| FlowRepublic CTA Coaching | flowrepublic.com | All 7 | Training — 78+ CTAs trained, 12-month program |
| Ladies Be Architects | ladies-be-architects.com | All 7 | Community — mock scenarios, study resources, mentorship |
| TrailblazePrep CTA Path | trailblazeprep.com | All 7 | Training — structured CTA preparation path |
10. Recent Salesforce Releases (2024-2026)
Architecturally significant features that CTA candidates must understand. The platform has shifted from AI-enabled to agent-first between 2024 and 2026.
| Release | Date | Key Architecture Changes | Source |
|---|
| Agentforce 1.0 | Sept 2024 | Initial agentic AI platform launch at Dreamforce ‘24 | salesforce.com |
| Agentforce 2 | Dec 2024 | Atlas Reasoning Engine improvements, better grounding | salesforceben.com |
| Agentforce 2dx | Mar 2025 | Agents embedded in any workflow — proactive, triggered, cross-functional | salesforce.com |
| Agentforce 3 | June 2025 | Enhanced interoperability and governance for scale | salesforceben.com |
| Agentforce 360 | Oct 2025 | Conversational builder, hybrid reasoning, voice capabilities, Data 360 integration | salesforce.com |
| Spring ‘26 | Jan-Feb 2026 | Agentforce in Setup (beta), Sales Workspace, enhanced Agentforce across clouds | admin.salesforce.com |
Key Architectural Features to Study
| Feature | Why It Matters for CTA |
|---|
| Atlas Reasoning Engine | New autonomous reasoning loop replacing rigid if-then logic; requires modular Invocable Actions in Apex or Flow |
| Data Cloud (Data 360) | Unified data foundation powering AI agents; unifies external data without replication |
| Hyperforce | Cloud-native infrastructure on public cloud; containerized services with auto-scaling |
| Agentforce Testing Center | Validation framework for simulating agent interactions before deployment |
| External Client Applications | New authentication/authorization pattern for integrations (replacing Connected Apps in some scenarios) |
| Zero Copy Interoperability | Data federation with Snowflake, Databricks, BigQuery without data movement |
Architecture Impact Sources
| Source | URL | Domains | Usage |
|---|
| 4 Critical Features for Agentforce Architecture | salesforceben.com | System Architecture | Study material — modern architecture considerations |
| Hyperforce Overview | salesforce.com | System Architecture | Study material — cloud-native platform architecture |
| Atlas Reasoning Engine Deep Dive | engineering.salesforce.com | System Architecture | Study material — AI engine architecture |
| Architecting for Scale with Atlas | sfdcdevelopers.com | System Architecture | Study material — scaling Agentforce |
| Agentforce 2025 vs 2026 Comparison | dev.to | System Architecture | Study material — feature evolution comparison |
| 2025 Year in Review | salesforce.com | All 7 | Reference — architectural features that shaped 2025 |
| 2026 Admin Roadmap (AI & Agentforce) | admin.salesforce.com | System Architecture | Reference — forward-looking platform direction |
| Release Notes Download | salesforcecodex.com | All 7 | Reference — consolidated release notes archive |
Content Creation Priority Matrix
Based on this research, here is how to prioritize creating study materials from these sources:
Priority 1: Must Create Content From
These sources cover the most commonly cited CTA knowledge gaps and highest-value study areas:
| Topic | Primary Sources | CTA Domain |
|---|
| Integration Patterns (all 6 types) | Integration Patterns PDF, architect.salesforce.com | Integration |
| Sharing and Visibility Model | Platform Sharing Architecture, Security Guide | Security |
| Identity Flows (SAML, OAuth, OIDC) | Cloud Sundial, Identity Basics | Security |
| Large Data Volumes | LDV Best Practices, High-Volume Reads | Data |
| Decision Guides (all) | architect.salesforce.com/decision-guides | All 7 |
| Governor Limits Cheat Sheet | Limits Quick Reference PDF | System Architecture |
Priority 2: Should Create Content From
| Topic | Primary Sources | CTA Domain |
|---|
| Org Strategy (single vs multi) | Six Factors, Four Factors, Developer Blog | System Architecture |
| Well-Architected Framework (all pillars) | architect.salesforce.com/well-architected | All 7 |
| Data Cloud / Data 360 Architecture | Data 360 Architecture fundamentals | Data, Integration |
| Agentforce Architecture | Enterprise Agentic Architecture | System Architecture |
| Apex Enterprise Patterns | Trailhead module, Andy in the Cloud | Solution Architecture |
| Shield & Encryption | Shield Architecture PDF | Security |
Priority 3: Supplementary Content
| Topic | Primary Sources | CTA Domain |
|---|
| Hyperforce Architecture | Hyperforce whitepaper | System Architecture |
| Reference Architecture Diagrams | architect.salesforce.com/diagrams | Communication |
| Commerce Cloud Data Models | architect.salesforce.com B2B/D2C models | Data |
| Release Notes Analysis | Recent release notes | All 7 |
| Field Audit Trail | FAT Implementation Guide | Data, Security |