SF Dev Lifecycle Architect (Salesforce Certified Development Lifecycle and Deployment Architect) — Free Online Mock Test
Salesforce · 60 Q in 120m. Application lifecycle, environment & release management, source-driven development, testing and deployment. · Official language: English.
SF Dev Lifecycle Architect exam at a glance
SF Dev Lifecycle Architect full-length mock tests
Attempt 50 full-length SF Dev Lifecycle Architect mock tests, each a distinct question set built on the real 60-question, 120-minute pattern — with instant scoring and section-wise analysis. The first 3 are free.
SF Dev Lifecycle Architect key facts & eligibility
| Conducting body | Salesforce. |
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| Official website | trailhead.salesforce.com — Dev Lifecycle Architect ↗ |
| Mode | Multiple-choice / multiple-select proctored exam, taken onsite or online-proctored. |
| Frequency | On demand, by appointment. |
| Scoring & marking | Renamed from “Development Lifecycle and Deployment Designer”. 60 scored multiple-choice questions (plus up to 5 unscored) in 105 minutes; check the official exam guide for the current passing score (it is in the mid-60s%). Eight fairly even sections — Application Lifecycle Management (8%), Planning (13%), System Design (15%), Building (14%), Testing (14%), Deploying (14%), Releasing (13%) and Operating (10%). It is a component credential toward the System Architect credential. |
| Score validity | Kept current through free Trailhead release-maintenance modules. |
| Language | English plus several localizations. |
Who is eligible for SF Dev Lifecycle Architect?
No prerequisite; hands-on experience managing the Salesforce development lifecycle and deployments is recommended.
Last verified August 2026 against Trailhead — Development Lifecycle and Deployment Architect. Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.
SF Dev Lifecycle Architect section breakdown
The SF Dev Lifecycle Architect mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. No inter-section breaks — the timer runs continuously.
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SF Dev Lifecycle Architect (60 Q)
SF Dev Lifecycle Architect scoring & marking scheme
Strategy: SF Dev Lifecycle Architect has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.
Scale: SF Dev Lifecycle Architect (pass 700/1000).
How SF Dev Lifecycle Architect is conducted
- Mode
- Test format
- Backtracking
- Mark for review
SF Dev Lifecycle Architect time strategy
With 60 questions in 120 minutes, you have about 120 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
- SF Dev Lifecycle Architect (60 Q)
Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.
SF Dev Lifecycle Architect topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of SF Dev Lifecycle Architect, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
SF Dev Lifecycle Architect (60 Q)
- PDI — LWC · 4
- Salesforce — Automation · 3
- Salesforce — Fields · 3
- Salesforce — Data Model · 3
- Salesforce — Dashboards · 3
- Salesforce — App Builder · 3
- PDI — Governor Limits · 2
- Salesforce — Sharing · 2
SF Dev Lifecycle Architect difficulty calibration
Elite tier. Elite-tier: among the toughest exams in its category. Most successful candidates prepare for 6-12+ months.
Salesforce · 60 Q in 120m. Application lifecycle, environment & release management, source-driven development, testing and deployment. · Official language: English.
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How Wrexa Edge prepares you for SF Dev Lifecycle Architect
- Real test-day interface
- 50 distinct variants
- Detailed analytics
- Spaced repetition (Notebook)
- Optional proctoring
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Expert take: what SF Dev Lifecycle Architect really tests
The Salesforce Certified Development Lifecycle and Deployment Architect (renamed from the Designer credential) is a 60-question proctored exam on planning, building, testing, deploying and releasing scalable solutions across environments. It is a component credential toward System Architect, with eight fairly even sections.
Preparation tips
- Know environment/sandbox strategy and org-development vs package (SFDX/unlocked-package) models.
- Master the deployment tools — change sets, Metadata API, Salesforce CLI and CI/CD concepts.
- Study broadly: the eight sections are weighted fairly evenly.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Focusing only on tooling and neglecting governance, planning and release strategy.
- Ignoring source-driven/package development in favour of only change-set knowledge.
SF Dev Lifecycle Architect study plan
A phase-by-phase roadmap from your first concept to test-ready. Stretch or compress each phase to fit the time you have before your attempt.
- Sandbox strategy
- Org vs package (SFDX/unlocked) development
- Planning & governance
- Change sets, Metadata API, Salesforce CLI
- CI/CD concepts
- Testing & releasing
- All 8 sections are fairly even
- Trailhead trailmix
- Timed practice
Where SF Dev Lifecycle Architect can take you
A strong SF Dev Lifecycle Architect result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
- DevOps / Release Architect
- Technical architect
Best books & official prep for SF Dev Lifecycle Architect
- Official exam guide & Development Lifecycle and Deployment Architect trailmix — Salesforce Trailhead
Official practice: Salesforce publishes the exam guide and a Development Lifecycle and Deployment Architect trailmix on Trailhead.
Previous-year papers: Salesforce does not release past papers; the exam guide defines the scope.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the SF Dev Lifecycle Architect exam pattern?
- Salesforce Certified Development Lifecycle and Deployment Architect contains 60 questions across 1 section: SF Dev Lifecycle Architect (60 Q). Total duration is 120 minutes (about 120 seconds per question).
- Does SF Dev Lifecycle Architect have negative marking?
- No — SF Dev Lifecycle Architect has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
- How is SF Dev Lifecycle Architect scored?
- Scaled score range: 100 to 1000. SF Dev Lifecycle Architect (pass 700/1000).
- How can I practise SF Dev Lifecycle Architect online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 3 free full-length SF Dev Lifecycle Architect mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 47 more with Pro. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of SF Dev Lifecycle Architect?
- SF Dev Lifecycle Architect is rated Elite difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Elite-tier: among the toughest exams in its category. Most successful candidates prepare for 6-12+ months. Salesforce · 60 Q in 120m. Application lifecycle, environment & release management, source-driven development, testing and deployment. · Official language: English.
- How long is the SF Dev Lifecycle Architect exam?
- SF Dev Lifecycle Architect runs for 120 minutes total. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.
- What topics are covered in SF Dev Lifecycle Architect?
- SF Dev Lifecycle Architect is split into: SF Dev Lifecycle Architect (60 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. Salesforce · 60 Q in 120m. Application lifecycle, environment & release management, source-driven development, testing and deployment. · Official language: English.
- What tools or aids are allowed during SF Dev Lifecycle Architect?
- No special tools are required. Note: real exam is proctored — Wrexa Edge mirrors this with a webcam-based proctoring flow you can enable.
- Is the SF Dev Lifecycle Architect test adaptive?
- No — SF Dev Lifecycle Architect is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many SF Dev Lifecycle Architect mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct SF Dev Lifecycle Architect variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 3 free for everyone and 47 more with Pro. That's 3000 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free SF Dev Lifecycle Architect test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge SF Dev Lifecycle Architect test series for 2026 gives you 3 free full-length mock tests (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.
- Are SF Dev Lifecycle Architect previous year question–style papers included?
- Every SF Dev Lifecycle Architect mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 60-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free SF Dev Lifecycle Architect mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's SF Dev Lifecycle Architect mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and marking scheme, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.
- Can I take the SF Dev Lifecycle Architect mock test on mobile?
- Yes. SF Dev Lifecycle Architect mock tests run in any browser on mobile, tablet or desktop — no app or download needed. Start on your phone and your progress and analytics sync when you sign in.
- What is the SF Dev Lifecycle Architect syllabus?
- The SF Dev Lifecycle Architect syllabus maps to its 1 section: SF Dev Lifecycle Architect (60 Q). Wrexa Edge's mock tests cover the complete syllabus topic by topic — see the topics-covered breakdown above — so you practise every area at real exam difficulty.
- What is the eligibility for SF Dev Lifecycle Architect?
- No prerequisite; hands-on experience managing the Salesforce development lifecycle and deployments is recommended. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic SF Dev Lifecycle Architect practice: 3 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the SF Dev Lifecycle Architect exam and how should I prepare?
- Official SF Dev Lifecycle Architect exam dates are announced by the conducting body for each cycle — check the latest notification for the current schedule. To be ready, follow a phased study plan and take full-length timed mocks; Wrexa Edge gives you 3 free SF Dev Lifecycle Architect mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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