210: Spring ’24 Release Highlights with Mohith Shrivastava

Uncover the future of Salesforce development with insights from Mohith Shrivastava in our latest episode, where we dissect the Spring '24 release highlights. From the time-saving beta feature Scratch Org Snapshots to the sleek new Null Coalescing Operator and the UUID system class in Apex, we're unpacking tools that promise to elevate your coding experience to new heights. These updates not only simplify workflows but also signify Apex's evolution towards contemporary programming standards.

In this episode, we discuss the substantial enhancements within Lightning Web Components, like the now widely available Workspace API and the transformative Lightning Record Picker component. We also say goodbye to tools such as the Ant Migration Tool and Workbench. Meanwhile, Salesforce Data Cloud is upping its game with new features and updates that integrate data with unprecedented ease. 

Don't miss out on the excitement for what the future holds for Salesforce releases — join us for an episode brimming with expert knowledge and tips straight from one of Salesforce's very own developer advocates.

Show Highlights:

• Apex language enhancements, including the Null Coalescing Operator for streamlined null checks and default value assignments and the UUID system class.

• Updates to Lightning Web Components (LWC), along with performance improvements through component versioning and native JavaScript APIs.

• Retirement of the Ant Migration Tool in favor of Salesforce CLI for deployment and org management.

• Salesforce Data Cloud advancements with new features for data integrations.

Resources:

• Read the blog: The Salesforce Developer’s Guide to the Spring ’24 Release

• Follow the trail: Spring ’24 Release Highlights

• Browse the release notes

• Join the Salesforce Developers Trailblazer Community group to connect with the global developer community.

• Join Release Readiness Trailblazers to stay up to date on the latest and greatest product enhancements and innovations across the Salesforce ecosystem.