MuleSoft-Platform-Architect-I Exam Dumps - Salesforce Certified MuleSoft Platform Architect 1 Exam (WI25)

Explanation

Correct Answer: TRUE

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>> As per MuleSoft proposed IT Operating Model, designing APIs and making sure that they are discoverable and self-servable is VERY VERY IMPORTANT and decides the success of an API and its application network.

Explanation

Correct Answer: Build several Bounded Context Data Models that align with coherent parts of the business processes and the definitions of associated business entities.

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>> The options w.r.t building API data models using XML schema/ Agile API-centric practices are irrelevant to the scenario given in the question. So these two are INVALID.

>> Building EDM (Enterprise Data Model) is not feasible or right fit for this scenario as the teams and LOBs work in silo and they all have different initiatives, budget etc.. Building EDM needs intensive coordination among all the team which evidently seems not possible in this scenario.

So, the right fit for this scenario is to build several Bounded Context Data Models that align with coherent parts of the business processes and the definitions of associated business entities.

To create a unified schema in MuleSoft's DataGraph, APIs must be exposed in a way that allows DataGraph to pull and consolidate data from these APIs into a single schema accessible to consumers. DataGraph provides a federated approach, combining multiple APIs to form a single, unified API endpoint.

In this setup:

APIs 1, 2, 3, and 4 are suitable candidates for DataGraph because they are hosted within the Customer VPC on CloudHub and are accessible either through a Shared Load Balancer (LB) or a Dedicated Load Balancer (DLB). Both of these load balancers provide public access, which is a necessary condition for DataGraph as it must access the APIs to aggregate data.

APIs 5 and 6 are hosted on Customer Hosted Server 2, which is explicitly marked as "Not public". Since DataGraph requires API access through a publicly reachable endpoint to aggregate them into a unified schema, APIs 5 and 6 cannot be used with DataGraph in this configuration.

APIs 3 and 4 on Customer Hosted Server 1 appear accessible through a Shared LB, implying public accessibility that meets DataGraph’s requirements.

By combining APIs 1, 2, 3, and 4 within DataGraph, you can create a unified schema that enables clients to query data seamlessly from all these APIs as if it were from a single source.

This setup allows for efficient data retrieval and can simplify API consumption by reducing the need to call multiple APIs individually, thus optimizing performance and developer experience.

ReferencesFor more detailed information on setting up and managing unified schemas in DataGraph, refer to the DataWeave documentation and MuleSoft DataGraph resources which provide in-depth guidelines on schema aggregation and API federation​​.

Explanation

Correct Answer: Traffic between Mule applications deployed to an Anypoint VPC and on-premises systems can stay within a private network

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>> The private IP address range of an Anypoint VPC is NOT automatically chosen by CloudHub. It is chosen by us at the time of creating VPC using thr CIDR blocks.

CIDR Block: The size of the Anypoint VPC in Classless Inter-Domain Routing (CIDR) notation.

For example, if you set it to 10.111.0.0/24, the Anypoint VPC is granted 256 IP addresses from 10.111.0.0 to 10.111.0.255.

Ideally, the CIDR Blocks you choose for the Anypoint VPC come from a private IP space, and should not overlap with any other Anypoint VPC’s CIDR Blocks, or any CIDR Blocks in use in your corporate network.

that each CloudHub environment requires a separate Anypoint VPC. Once an Anypoint VPC is created, we can choose a same VPC by multiple environments. However, it is generally a best and recommended practice to always have seperate Anypoint VPCs for Non-Prod and Prod environments.

>> We use Anypoint VPN to link the underlying AWS VPC to an on-premises (non AWS) private network. NOT VPC Peering.

In a CloudHub deployment with a single worker/replica located in a specific Availability Zone (AZ), if an AZ experiences an outage, here’s what happens:

Worker Availability: Since the application is deployed in a single AZ, CloudHub does not automatically redeploy the application in a different zone or region during an outage. Thus, if the current AZ is unavailable, the application will be offline.

Auto-Restart upon AZ Recovery: Once the affected AZ is back online, CloudHub will auto-restart the worker in the same AZ without manual intervention. This ensures that as soon as the AZ is functional, the application resumes automatically.

Explanation of Correct Answer (B):

Option B accurately describes the situation, as the API will remain unavailable until the original AZ is restored.

CloudHub does not currently support automatic failover across regions or other availability zones within the same region for single-worker deployments on the shared cloud.

Explanation of Incorrect Options:

Option A (auto-redeployment in the U.S. East region) is incorrect, as CloudHub does not migrate across regions automatically.

Option C (redeployment in another AZ within the U.S. West) is not a feature for single-worker deployments.

Option D (manual redeployment triggered by an admin) is unnecessary as CloudHub handles restarts automatically when the AZ is back online.

ReferencesRefer to MuleSoft CloudHub’s availability and disaster recovery documentation for more information on how CloudHub manages availability in shared environments​.

Explanation

Correct Answer: The API consumer creates an API client, which sends API invocations to an API such that they are processed by an API implementation

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Terminology:

>> API Client - It is a piece of code or program the is written to invoke an API

>> API Consumer - An owner/entity who owns the API Client. API Consumers write API clients.

>> API - The provider of the API functionality. Typically an API Instance on API Manager where they are managed and operated.

>> API Implementation - The actual piece of code written by API provider where the functionality of the API is implemented. Typically, these are Mule Applications running on Runtime Manager.

In the initial meeting for establishing a Center for Enablement (C4E), it’s essential to lay the foundational vision, objectives, and guiding principles for the team. Here’s why this is crucial:

Clear Vision and Mission:

Defining the mission statement and objectives at the start ensures alignment within the organization and clarifies the C4E’s role in supporting API-led development and integration practices.

Guiding Principles:

Establishing guiding principles will help the C4E maintain consistent practices and strategies across projects. This serves as a framework for decisions and fosters shared understanding among IT leaders and stakeholders.

Explanation of Correct Answer (A):

By prioritizing the C4E’s objectives and mission, the organization builds a solid foundation, paving the way for subsequent meetings focused on technical standards, processes, and operating models.

Explanation of Incorrect Options:

Option B (API monetization) and Option C (common services best practices) are specific topics better suited for later discussions.

Option D (specifying the operating model) is an important step but typically follows the establishment of the C4E’s objectives and vision.

ReferencesFor more on C4E objectives and foundational setup, refer to MuleSoft’s documentation on establishing a C4E and the roles and mission statements recommended for such initiatives​.