MuleSoft-Platform-Architect-I Exam Dumps : Salesforce Certified MuleSoft Platform Architect (Mule-Arch-201)

Explanation

Correct Answer: Implement required changes to the Process API implementation so that, whenever possible, the Process API’s RAML definition remains unchanged.

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Key requirement in the question is:

>> Approach that minimizes the impact of this change on API clients

Based on above:

>> Updating the RAML definition would possibly impact the API clients if the changes require any thing mandatory from client side. So, one should try to avoid doing that until really necessary.

>> Implementing the changes as a completely different API and then redirectly the clients with 3xx status code is really upsetting design and heavily impacts the API clients.

>> Organisations and IT cannot simply postpone the changes required until all API consumers acknowledge they are ready to migrate to a new Process API or API version. This is unrealistic and not possible.

The best way to handle the changes always is to implement required changes to the API implementations so that, whenever possible, the API’s RAML definition remains unchanged.

In MuleSoft’s ecosystem, when a Process API needs to consume a System API (published to Exchange and protected by OAuth 2.0), the recommended approach is to utilize the REST Connect Connector. Here’s how it aligns with best practices:

Automated Connector Generation:

When a RAML or OAS specification is published in Exchange, MuleSoft automatically generates a REST Connect Connector for that API. This connector simplifies integration as it abstracts the complexity of making HTTP requests and handling OAuth authentication.

Streamlined Integration:

The Process API can import this generated connector from Exchange and configure OAuth credentials, streamlining secure access to the System API without manual HTTP setup.

Why Option C is Correct:

Using the REST Connect Connector directly leverages MuleSoft’s automated tooling, minimizing manual configurations and ensuring a more maintainable integration.

Explanation of Incorrect Options:

Option A (importing an OAuth module) is unnecessary; OAuth is handled within the connector’s configuration.

Option B (property YAML files with HTTP requests) involves manual setup, which is more error-prone and not recommended.

Option D (manually updating POM file) does not directly aid in invoking an API through Exchange.

ReferencesFor more information on using REST Connect Connectors and OAuth integration in MuleSoft, refer to the MuleSoft documentation on API Management and Connectors​​.