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About the Salesforce Certified B2C Commerce Architect Credential by ITCertify ZoneThe Salesforce Certified B2C Commerce Architect credential is intended for professionals with experience in designing global websites that support multiple brands and channels using standard design patterns.This certification is for Salesforce customers, partners, and employees who want to demonstrate proficiency in the following areas:Core Architecture Principles: Promote modularity, reusability, and the development of durable components throughout the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) across all layers, including client, server, and Content Delivery Network (CDN).Best Practices Guidance: Provide development teams with guidance on B2C Commerce best practices during the SDLC to create high-performing and scalable websites.Storefront Integrations: Design storefront integrations that leverage available data and technologies effectively.Project Management Support: Apply technical knowledge and best practices to support project management throughout the site development lifecycle.Commerce Ecosystem Knowledge: Use a solid understanding of the commerce ecosystem and solution architecture, including key integrations to meet client business needs and process flows.Design Patterns Application: Implement standard design patterns to support multiple brands, internationalization, and various channels like mobile and tablet.Audience Description: Salesforce Certified B2C Commerce ArchitectA Salesforce Certified B2C Commerce Architect typically holds the B2C Commerce Developer certification and has over five years of e-commerce experience. They possess the following knowledge, skills, and experience:Technical Leadership: Leading technical teams effectively.System Integration: Familiarity with integrating retail IT systems, including CRM, ERP, OMS, PIM, and WMS.Architecture Design: Designing architecture for full-cycle Commerce Cloud implementations, including projects following the Site Readiness Assessment (SRA) process, either by shadowing or co-leading.Performance and Security: Understanding Salesforce Commerce Cloud (SFCC) platform performance, security measures, and e-commerce compliance requirements.Storefront Reference Architecture (SFRA): Proficiency in SFRA.Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC): Comprehensive understanding of SDLC processes.SFCC Platform Expertise: In-depth knowledge of the SFCC platform features, including system and custom objects, SEO, and analytics capabilities.DNS Principles: Basic understanding of DNS principles and terminology.Solution Design: Experience architecting multi-site/multi-region solutions and designing system interfaces.Requirements Gathering: Ability to collect technical requirements based on business needs.Data and Code Management: Advising on data and code replication schedules, creating high-level estimates, designing integration jobs, configuring builds, and conducting code reviews.Technical Documentation: Preparing technical artifacts, such as specifications and proofs of concept.Best Practices Application: Applying SFCC best practices for security and performance.eCDN Configuration: Configuring eCDN settings.Typical Job Roles:Technical LeadSolution ArchitectSenior DeveloperTechnical DirectorOwner of Technical Design and Quality ImplementationsAbout the ExamSalesforce Certified B2C Commerce Architect Exam Details:Content: 60 multiple-choice/multiple-select questions plus up to five non-scored questions.Time: 105 minutes (includes time for unscored questions).Passing Score: 65%.Registration Fee: $400 USD, plus applicable taxes.Retake Fee: $200 USD, plus applicable taxes.Delivery Options: Proctored exam available onsite at testing centers or online.References: No hard-copy or online materials allowed during the exam.Prerequisite: Salesforce Certified B2C Commerce Developer credential.Note: Some Salesforce Certification exams include up to five additional unscored questions to gather data on question performance. These do not affect the exam score.Exam OutlineThe Salesforce Certified B2C Commerce Architect exam measures knowledge and skills in the following areas. Candidates should have hands-on experience with B2C Commerce and demonstrate proficiency in these areas:Design/Discovery (29%)Create technical specifications that align with business requirements.Develop standard technical artifacts that complement design and project needs.Review implementation specifications for future growth and provide gap analysis.Evaluate AppExchange solutions, third-party technical specifications, and API documentation for integrations.Diagram system architecture, including integration points, data types, and migration approaches.Build (19%)Ensure implementation processes meet business requirements.Validate best practices are followed to create secure, performant, and modular solutions.Guide development teams in resolving complex issues.Support load testing, evaluate performance results, and ensure KPIs are met.Define processes to compile and deploy cartridges and data to Salesforce environments.Monitoring/Troubleshooting (14%)Configure custom logging and leverage tools like Log Center for issue identification.Identify and address performance issues, including quota violations and service timeouts.Diagnose root causes of implementation issues and recommend solutions.Proactively adjust systems to ensure scalability and performance.Integrations and Customizations (22%)Identify appropriate protocols (SOAP/REST) and processing approaches for third-party integrations.Use the Job Framework for batch process integration.Integrate legacy code with controllers using AppExchange solutions.Leverage the Service Framework for real-time integrations.Launch (16%)Set up SEO-friendly aliases to direct customers to the correct domain, locale, and currency.Plan post-production activities and rollback steps for site launches.Monitor system health indicators during site launches.Define jobs and data replication schedules based on dependencies.Plan and support data migration processes.Who This Course Is ForThis course is intended for aspiring Commerce Architects, e-commerce developers and designers, technical project managers, solution architects, and IT professionals in the retail and e-commerce sectors. Whether you're preparing for the Salesforce Certified B2C Commerce Architect certification, looking to lead complex e-commerce projects, or aiming to deepen your technical skills, this course provides the essential knowledge and practice tests you need to succeed. It is ideal for professionals responsible for implementing and maintaining Salesforce B2C Commerce environments, offering the skills to design scalable, secure, and high-performance commerce solutions that meet business goals.

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