Lesson: 36 | Can you explain the purpose and functionality of System.runAs() method in Salesforce?

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In Salesforce, System.runAs() is a method that allows you to test your Apex code with a specified user context. This method is often used in test classes to simulate different user profiles and test the behavior of the code under those profiles.

Here's how System.runAs() works:

You first create a user object that represents the user context you want to test.
You then wrap your test code in a System.runAs() method, passing the user object as a parameter.
Any code that is executed within the System.runAs() block will be executed in the context of the specified user.

By using System.runAs(), you can test your Apex code with different user profiles, roles, and permissions to ensure that it behaves correctly under different scenarios. This is particularly useful when testing code that interacts with objects and records that have complex sharing rules or permission settings.

It's important to note that System.runAs() does not actually create a new user or change the running user context in the system. Instead, it simulates the user context within the test code only, allowing you to test your code without affecting the actual data in your Salesforce org.

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Lesson: 36 | Can you explain the purpose and functionality of System.runAs() method in Salesforce?

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