Development-Lifecycle-and-Deployment-Architect Practice Test

A.   Generate a destructivechanges.xml file and deploy the package via the Force.com Migration Tool

Explanation:

A is the correct answer, as generating a destructivechanges.xml file and deploying the package via the Force.com Migration Tool is the best way to manage the deletions of metadata components across sandbox environments and production with minimal impact on other work streams. A destructivechanges.xml file is a special file that specifies the components to be deleted from an org, and can be deployed using the Force.com Migration Tool, which is a command-line tool that uses the Metadata API to retrieve and deploy metadata components. This method can help to automate and streamline the deletion process, as well as ensure consistency and accuracy across the environments. B is incorrect, as performing deletes manually in a sandbox and then deploying a change set to production is not a good way to manage the deletions, as it can introduce errors and inconsistencies, as well as require additional steps and permissions. C is incorrect, as assigning business analysts to perform the deletes and splitting up the work between them is not a good way to manage the deletions, as it can create confusion and complexity, as well as lack of coordination and integration.

D is incorrect, as deleting the components in production and then refreshing all sandboxes to receive the changes is not a good way to manage the deletions, as it can disrupt the production environment and the ongoing development and testing activities in the sandboxes. You can learn more about this topic in the Deploy Changes with the Force.com Migration Tool unit on Trailhead.

A.   Developers can see automated test statuses that commit on a specific user story.

D.   Developers can use the committed code's build status directly on the user story record.

Explanation:

Integrating an agile issue tracker with software testing and continuous integration tools can provide the following benefits: Developers can see automated test statuses that commit on a specific user story, which can help them identify and fix any errors or failures quickly. Developers can use the committed code’s build status directly on the user story record, which can help them track the progress and quality of their work.

A.   Identify the data relevant to the new system, including dependencies, and develop a plan/scripts for verification of data integrity.

D.   Use a full sandbox environment and perform test runs of data migration scripts/processes with real data from the legacy system.

Explanation:

Identifying the relevant data and verifying the data integrity can help ensure the quality and accuracy of the migrated data. Using a full sandbox and performing test runs with real data can help validate the migration process and identify any issues or risks.

B.   Create development standards and train teams in those standards.

D.   Use static code analysis tool in the pipeline before manual code review.

Explanation:

The two actions that can effectively contribute to the quality and agility of the team are: Define and follow code standards, and use static code analysis tool in the pipeline before manual code review. Code standards can help ensure consistency, readability, and maintainability of the code, as well as reduce errors and bugs. A static code analysis tool can help automate the code review process and identify any issues or violations of the code standards before the manual review. Choosing the most senior developer to help the technical lead or skipping the code review are not effective actions, as they can lead to more errors and delays.

C.   Automated browser testing

D.   Static code quality analysis

Explanation:

Automated browser testing and static code quality analysis are two quality assurance techniques that can help minimize defects in software projects, and that an architect should recommend for Universal Containers to incorporate into its overall CI/CD pipeline. Automated browser testing is a technique that involves using tools or frameworks to simulate user interactions with the web application across different browsers and devices, and to verify the functionality and performance of the application. Static code quality analysis is a technique that involves using tools or frameworks to scan the code and detect any violations of the predefined coding rules and best practices, such as syntax errors, security issues, code smells, etc. Business verification testing and stress testing are also quality assurance techniques, but they are not as suitable or relevant for the CI/CD pipeline, as they are more focused on validating the business requirements and the system capacity.