In which part of the deployment process is the test level determined?

The test level in the deployment process is determined during the deployment record stage. The deployment record serves as a formalized documentation of what items are being deployed, the environments involved, and any associated testing requirements. It is here that the specific details regarding which tests need to be executed, including unit tests, integration tests, or user acceptance tests, are defined based on the components being deployed and the standards set for that deployment.

By establishing the test level within the deployment record, teams can ensure that appropriate testing is prioritized and conducted, thereby maintaining the quality and integrity of the deployment process. This approach helps clarify the expected outcomes of the testing, facilitating better collaboration among team members and ensuring that the necessary validations are performed before deployment.

Other options, such as the user story, environment, and org, play important roles in the deployment process but do not specifically designate the test level. The user story is primarily focused on the functionality or feature to be delivered, the environment pertains to where the deployment will occur (e.g., sandbox, production), and the org relates to the specific Salesforce organization being utilized. None of these elements directly dictate the specific testing levels required for a successful deployment.