Effective Salesforce branching strategies

When developing features in version control, a branching strategy establishes guidelines for how branches are utilized and managed. However, there is no single strategy that is ideal for every team. The best strategy for your team will depend on several factors, such as team size, team structure/complexity, the desired release schedule, and the current workflow.

For example, larger teams may require a more complex strategy to accommodate different roles, while a simpler strategy may be more suitable for smaller teams. Additionally, business requirements may dictate a specific release cycle, and the branching strategy should be able to accommodate those needs. Furthermore, it is important to consider how your current workflow and environment setup (for example, the number of sandboxes) may align with the chosen branching strategy.

Git as a backup

The first strategy we can look at is using Git as a lightweight backup of your Salesforce...