Top Reasons to Enroll in Anypoint Platform Development Fundamentals Training.
As an experienced MuleSoft professional with numerous end-to-end project implementations under my belt, I was pleasantly surprised at how beneficial I found the Anypoint Platform Development Fundamentals course, which I recently completed.
Do you know how it feels when you pick up a book you have already read multiple times? This felt a lot like that, even when you are familiar with the topic, revisiting it helps reinforce your existing knowledge and provide a refresher on key concepts that you may have forgotten or overlooked. it provides a new perspective or fresh insights that can give you a deeper understanding of the MuleSoft fundamentals. It can also help identify gaps in your knowledge, allowing you to identify areas where you may need to focus more attention or seek out additional resources. In my case, it helped me get familiar with new developments or updates that I was previously unaware of.
On the Trailhead Academy website, under course it says..
“This course is for developers and architects who want to get hands-on experience using the Anypoint Platform to build APIs and integrations. It prepares you for the MuleSoft Certified Developer — Level 1 exam and includes two attempts.”
What’s in it for New MuleSoft Developer?
This comprehensive course provides structured learning that’s designed specifically for newcomers to the platform. The course itself is structured to be ramp up new developers quickly, that being said, it’s imperative for everyone taking the course to know REST and basic programming concepts. The course focuses on Core MuleSoft and is not a good fit for application testers, DevOps engineers, or Analysts. If you take the course, you will benefit from logical concepts and hands-on exercises that reinforce everything you learn.
In this course, every instructor is a highly skilled subject matter expert with extensive practical experience working with MuleSoft. Their expertise will be invaluable in guiding you to effectively and efficiently utilize the technology, enabling you to achieve mastery quickly. Additionally, instructors will provide valuable feedback on assignments and projects, and I strongly recommend taking advantage of this opportunity. Often, I have observed students neglecting assignments and postponing them for later, but the course fee you pay includes instructor feedback and assistance. This feature sets instructor-led training apart from self-paced learning since you have immediate access to instructor feedback.
Completing course exercises and assignments will help you quickly identify areas where you need to improve and gain a deeper understanding of the core concepts in MuleSoft.
Tips for new developers:
- Install MuleSoft studio before coming to the class. Follow this to learn how https://docs.mulesoft.com/studio/7.15/to-download-and-install-studio-wx
- Create an Anypoint Platform account for your training. This is free and is usually active for 30 days.
- If possible complete the self-paced fundamentals training found here https://training.mulesoft.com/course/development-fundamentals-mule4-bootcamp.
What’s in it for Seasoned MuleSoft Developers?
Even experienced professionals can benefit from taking courses to expand their knowledge and skills in specific areas. These courses can help you become more valuable to your organization and more competitive in the job market. And, with a dedicated instructor, you’ll feel accountable and motivated to stay on track with your learning, pushing you to achieve your goals faster than you ever thought possible.
Tips for Seasoned MuleSoft Developers:
- Set up a dedicated workspace specifically for your training purposes to avoid any potential issues arising from project naming conflicts or configuration problems.
- Download all student files ahead of time.
- Stay on top of your assignments.
- Create a comprehensive list of things/topics that you wish to prioritize, as having a well-structured list will aid in maintaining focus and maximizing the benefits of your training.
- Make sure to take notes, as many of these topics will already be familiar to you, giving you a special advantage in creating a valuable reference for the future.
After Training
Training is complete, now what? Well, Salesforce offers a free certification voucher which has two exam attempts, the exam details can be found here https://training.mulesoft.com/certification/developer-mule4-level1. Take it while the concepts are still fresh in your mind. Certification exams offer numerous benefits that can positively impact your career trajectory, professional brand, and personal development.
If you take the course or the certification do tag me on Twitter @poojapkamath and let me know how it went. I am rooting for you!
