Welcome to Trailblazer Talk! In this episode, Ethan Parker and Sophia Bennett dive into the Salesforce Winter ’25 Release, inspired by Andrew Cook’s detailed overview. Discover the 10 essential features introduced in Winter ’25 that are specifically designed to empower developers within the Salesforce ecosystem. From enhanced documentation sites and Metadata API updates to groundbreaking innovations like TypeScript support for Lightning Web Components and free-tier Event Monitoring, this episode covers everything you need to prepare for your instance’s upgrade and maximize your development workflow.

Key Topics Covered:

1. Einstein for Developers Documentation Site:
2. Explore the newly redesigned documentation site that centralizes all Einstein for Developers resources, improving navigation and user experience for streamlined development.
3. Metadata API Enhancements:
4. Learn about the new and modified metadata types that enhance customization, development, security, and service capabilities, providing developers with more robust tools for managing Salesforce environments.
5. Free-Tier Event Monitoring:
6. Discover how free-tier access to Event Monitoring allows developers to track and troubleshoot Apex code exceptions more effectively, improving code reliability without additional costs.
7. Heroku Apps Integration in Setup (Beta):
8. Understand the new ability to integrate Heroku apps within Salesforce Setup, enabling seamless interaction between Heroku and Salesforce through External Services and Flow Builder.
9. Lightning Web Component (LWC) Updates:
10. Delve into the latest updates to LWCs, including improved validation error displays, enhanced accessibility features, and expanded support for Salesforce Event objects.
11. TypeScript Support for LWCs:
12. Gain insights into the introduction of TypeScript support for developing and converting LWCs, boosting productivity and code quality for developers.
13. LWC Real-Time Preview:
14. Learn about the new Local Dev feature that provides real-time previews of LWCs, allowing for faster iteration and development without the need for manual deployments or refreshes.
15. External Object Mock SOQL Tests:
16. Explore the new capabilities for writing mock SOQL tests for external objects, enhancing Apex unit tests by simulating SOQL query responses and improving code coverage and quality.
17. Understanding SOQL Errors:
18. Get acquainted with the latest changes to SOQL error messages and functionality, ensuring your Apex code remains compatible and robust against new query handling updates.
19. REST API for External Client App OAuth Consumer Credentials:
20. Discover the new, more secure method for storing and accessing OAuth consumer credentials through the Credentials Connect REST API, safeguarding your secret codes and preparing for the deprecation of older methods.

Additionally, Ethan and Sophia provide actionable tips on how to implement these new features effectively, ensuring your Salesforce development processes remain cutting-edge and efficient. Whether you’re a seasoned Salesforce developer or just starting your journey, this episode equips you with the knowledge to leverage the Winter ’25 release to its fullest potential. Listen now to stay ahead with the latest Salesforce developer features on Trailblazer Talk!

Source: Salesforce Ben