Build and test in isolated, version-controlled environments. Prevent conflicts, speed up Git workflows, and move from concept to production faster.
Developer Sandboxes Simultaneously build new features in version-controlled, isolated environments on demand. Eliminate code conflicts and rework. Watch Demo (5:48)
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Benefits of Developer Sandboxes Bring features to production faster Enable true parallel development and enhance Git workflows to accelerate deployments. Drastically cut the time from feature concept to live production. Align work to business value Instantly provision a dedicated, conflict-free workspace aligned precisely to a story or test plan. Eliminate setup lag and environment dependencies. Maintain consistent development quality Minimize errors and risk when all development occurs in isolation and gets validated through enhanced testing frameworks and simplified peer review processes.
Features of Developer Sandboxes Dedicated, stable workspaces Conduct work in a truly separated environment to prevent accidental overwrites and make sure your baseline instance remains stable. Seamless Git integration Manage commits, pulls, and merges through deep platform integration with Git. Reduce manual effort and simplify team development. Task-to-branch traceability Align each sandbox to a specific Git branch that mirrors how your team works (stories, epics, or sprints). Maintain isolation, clear traceability, and immediate project readiness. Structured peer review and sharing Use built-in tools for real-time code sharing, enhanced documentation, and simplified peer reviews of application quality.
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Frequently asked questions Expand All Collapse All What is the main difference between a sandbox and a personal developer instance (PDI)?
Sandboxes are disposable, feature-specific environments integrated directly into a corporate Git workflow. They are designed for parallel team development and quick merging. PDIs are standalone, long-term learning instances.
How do sandboxes help manage code conflicts?
Sandboxes provide isolated development environments, allowing developers to work independently on clean code. Changes are cleanly merged via Git, and conflicts are managed at the source control level. This approach drastically reduces instance-level issues.
Do I need Git to use Developer Sandboxes?
Developer Sandboxes are designed to natively work with Git, but changes can also be made using update sets. When developers are ready to promote their changes to a shared, integrated environment, they can push changes to the desired upstream shared instance either by using source control or exports through Git or by using update sets and imports.
Does the sandbox contain production data?
Sandboxes are clean, isolated environments. They typically contain a subset of necessary configuration data but do not include sensitive or full production data.
How do I provision a new sandbox?
Sandboxes can be provisioned instantly depending on the developer’s needs. If you’re developing against a story or task, the sandbox can be instantly assigned and provisioned with the most recent instance configuration.
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