Getting Started with Salesforce Lightning Web Components from Pluralsight

This course will teach you how to develop a mobile-friendly app that displays a searchable list of product info using Salesforce Lightning web components.

Modern web development skills on the Salesforce platform are high in demand these days. In this course, Getting Started with Salesforce Lightning Web Components, you’ll learn to design and create multiple components that display product info tiles. First, you'll learn how to create components using VS Code and the Salesforce developer experience tools. Next, you'll discover the three ways that these components can communicate. Finally, you'll explore how to effectively use Salesforce data to access the product data. When you’ve finished the course, you'll have the skills and knowledge to design your own component-based solution using Salesforce Lightning web components.

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Course Overview

Building Your First Lightning Web Component (LWC)

Creating Components with Salesforce Developer Experience (SFDX) Tools

Working with Custom Events and Debugging

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Examines modern web development skills using Salesforce Lightning web components, which is standard in the industry

Teaches fundamentals of creating mobile-friendly apps, which helps learners build real-world projects

Builds foundational knowledge of Salesforce data, which is core to Salesforce development

Taught by Sara Morgan Nettles, who is recognized for her work on the Salesforce platform

Introduces Salesforce developer experience tools and Lightning Data Service, which are industry-standard tools

Develops skills in using Lightning Message Service and NavigationMixin, which are essential for Salesforce developers

Reviews summary

Practical lwc foundation for salesforce developers

According to learners, this course offers a solid and practical foundation for Salesforce Lightning Web Components, particularly for those looking to get started or upskill in this in-demand area. Students frequently highlight the clear explanations and comprehensive coverage of core LWC features like Lightning Data Service and component communication as highly beneficial. While generally well-received for its practical approach, a few learners noted challenges with initial environment setup and expressed a desire for more in-depth coverage on debugging and troubleshooting, especially for those who are complete Salesforce beginners.

Delivers clear explanations of key LWC functionalities and tools.

"The hands-on examples and clear explanations of Lightning Data Service were excellent."

"I especially liked how it covered component communication using Custom Events and Lightning Message Service."

"I particularly appreciated the focus on VS Code and SFDX tools..."

"It covers the core concepts like Lightning Data Service and NavigationMixin well."

Provides a clear and effective starting point for LWC development.

"I found this course incredibly helpful for getting up to speed with LWC. It truly delivered on its promise of a 'getting started' guide."

"This is a brilliant introduction to LWC."

"The course provides a solid foundation for LWC. I feel confident starting my own projects now."

"Good course for learning the basics... it's a strong start."

Students desire more robust debugging and advanced design practices.

"I wish there was more in-depth coverage on debugging techniques."

"Sometimes, I struggled with errors and the course didn't always provide sufficient troubleshooting."

"I would have liked a bit more emphasis on best practices for component design in larger applications..."

Initial environment setup can be challenging for complete beginners.

"As a complete beginner to Salesforce, I found the initial setup and environment configuration a bit challenging."

"More detailed steps or dedicated troubleshooting for common setup issues would be great."

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Getting Started with Salesforce Lightning Web Components with these activities:

Review the Salesforce Lightning web components documentation

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Reviewing the documentation will help you refresh your knowledge and stay up-to-date with the latest features and best practices.

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Visit the Salesforce Lightning web components documentation page
Read through the documentation
Take notes on the key concepts

Join a study group for Lightning web components

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Joining a study group will provide you with the opportunity to collaborate with others, share knowledge, and learn from each other.

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Find a study group
Attend regular study sessions
Participate in discussions

Create a mobile app prototype

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Creating a mobile app prototype will help you cement your understanding of the concepts covered in this course and gain hands-on experience in mobile app development.

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Define the scope of your app
Design the user interface
Develop the core functionality
Test and iterate

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Solve Lightning web components challenges

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Solving challenges will test your understanding and help you identify areas where you need further improvement.

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Find online coding challenges
Participate in coding competitions
Create your own challenges

Attend a Lightning web components conference

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Attending a conference will provide you with the opportunity to learn from experts and network with other professionals.

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Find a conference to attend
Register for the conference
Attend the conference sessions

Build a portfolio of Lightning web components

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Building a portfolio of Lightning web components will not only demonstrate your skills but also help you identify areas where you need further improvement.

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Identify different types of Lightning web components
Develop reusable and maintainable components
Showcase your components in a portfolio

Contribute to a Lightning web components project

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Contributing to an open-source project will give you real-world experience and help you build your portfolio.

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Find an open-source project to contribute to
Identify an issue or feature to work on
Create a pull request

Explore the latest advancements in Lightning web components

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Staying up-to-date with the latest advancements will help you stay competitive and expand your knowledge.

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Follow blogs and articles on Lightning web components
Attend webinars and workshops
Contribute to open-source projects

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Learners who complete Getting Started with Salesforce Lightning Web Components will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Salesforce Developer

Salesforce developers design, build, and maintain Salesforce applications. This course can help you develop the skills needed to work effectively with Salesforce Lightning web components, which are used to build reusable, self-contained user interface elements. Whether you're looking to enter or advance your career as a Salesforce developer, this course can provide you with a solid foundation in the Salesforce platform and help you develop the skills needed to succeed in this role.

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Front-End Engineer

Front-end engineers are responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the graphical user interface (GUI) of a website or application. This course can help you develop the skills needed to work effectively with Salesforce Lightning web components, which are used to build reusable, self-contained user interface elements. Whether you're looking to enter or advance your career as a front-end engineer, this course can provide you with a solid foundation in the Salesforce platform and help you develop the skills needed to succeed in this role.

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Software Engineer

Software engineers design, develop, test, and maintain software applications. This course can help you develop the skills needed to work effectively with Salesforce Lightning web components, which are used to build reusable, self-contained user interface elements. Whether you're looking to enter or advance your career as a software engineer, this course can provide you with a solid foundation in the Salesforce platform and help you develop the skills needed to succeed in this role.

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Web Developer

Web developers design, build, and maintain websites and web applications. This course can help you develop the skills needed to work effectively with Salesforce Lightning web components, which are used to build reusable, self-contained user interface elements. Whether you're looking to enter or advance your career as a web developer, this course can provide you with a solid foundation in the Salesforce platform and help you develop the skills needed to succeed in this role.

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User Experience (UX) Designer

User experience (UX) designers are responsible for the overall user experience of a website or application. This course can help you develop the skills needed to work effectively with Salesforce Lightning web components, which are used to build reusable, self-contained user interface elements. Whether you're looking to enter or advance your career as a UX designer, this course can provide you with a solid foundation in the Salesforce platform and help you develop the skills needed to succeed in this role.

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Product Manager

Product managers are responsible for the planning, development, and launch of new products. This course can help you develop the skills needed to work effectively with Salesforce Lightning web components, which are used to build reusable, self-contained user interface elements. Whether you're looking to enter or advance your career as a product manager, this course can provide you with a solid foundation in the Salesforce platform and help you develop the skills needed to succeed in this role.

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Business Analyst

Business analysts are responsible for analyzing business processes and identifying opportunities for improvement. This course can help you develop the skills needed to work effectively with Salesforce Lightning web components, which are used to build reusable, self-contained user interface elements. Whether you're looking to enter or advance your career as a business analyst, this course can provide you with a solid foundation in the Salesforce platform and help you develop the skills needed to succeed in this role.

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Data Analyst

Data analysts are responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to identify trends and patterns. This course may help you develop the skills needed to work effectively with Salesforce Lightning web components, which are used to build reusable, self-contained user interface elements. Whether you're looking to enter or advance your career as a data analyst, this course may provide you with a solid foundation in the Salesforce platform.

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Marketing Manager

Marketing managers are responsible for planning, developing, and executing marketing campaigns. This course may help you develop the skills needed to work effectively with Salesforce Lightning web components, which are used to build reusable, self-contained user interface elements. Whether you're looking to enter or advance your career as a marketing manager, this course may provide you with a solid foundation in the Salesforce platform.

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Sales Manager

Sales managers are responsible for leading and motivating sales teams to achieve their goals. This course may help you develop the skills needed to work effectively with Salesforce Lightning web components, which are used to build reusable, self-contained user interface elements. Whether you're looking to enter or advance your career as a sales manager, this course may provide you with a solid foundation in the Salesforce platform.

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Customer Success Manager

Customer success managers are responsible for ensuring that customers are satisfied with their products or services. This course may help you develop the skills needed to work effectively with Salesforce Lightning web components, which are used to build reusable, self-contained user interface elements. Whether you're looking to enter or advance your career as a customer success manager, this course may provide you with a solid foundation in the Salesforce platform.

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Technical Writer

Technical writers are responsible for creating documentation for software and other technical products. This course may help you develop the skills needed to work effectively with Salesforce Lightning web components, which are used to build reusable, self-contained user interface elements. Whether you're looking to enter or advance your career as a technical writer, this course may provide you with a solid foundation in the Salesforce platform.

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Project Manager

Project managers are responsible for planning, executing, and closing projects. This course may help you develop the skills needed to work effectively with Salesforce Lightning web components, which are used to build reusable, self-contained user interface elements. Whether you're looking to enter or advance your career as a project manager, this course may provide you with a solid foundation in the Salesforce platform.

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Quality Assurance (QA) Analyst

Quality assurance (QA) analysts are responsible for testing software and other products to ensure that they meet quality standards. This course may help you develop the skills needed to work effectively with Salesforce Lightning web components, which are used to build reusable, self-contained user interface elements. Whether you're looking to enter or advance your career as a QA analyst, this course may provide you with a solid foundation in the Salesforce platform.

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IT Support Specialist

IT support specialists are responsible for providing technical support to users of computers and other electronic devices. This course may help you develop the skills needed to work effectively with Salesforce Lightning web components, which are used to build reusable, self-contained user interface elements. Whether you're looking to enter or advance your career as an IT support specialist, this course may provide you with a solid foundation in the Salesforce platform.

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