10/15/2026 · 1 min read
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Heroku has introduced a new Front-End Web Cloud Native Buildpack, significantly enhancing its built-in support for static websites composed of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. This development simplifies the deployment of client-side browser applications on the platform.
Heroku's October 2026 update highlights its ongoing commitment to platform innovation, reducing operational overhead for developers. The platform continues to manage core infrastructure and dependencies, allowing developers to focus on building applications.
Heroku has officially launched Heroku Postgres Advanced, a new managed database offering designed to empower developers to focus solely on their applications rather than infrastructure management. This next-generation service is available immediately, reinforcing Heroku's commitment to developer-centric platforms.
This article discusses the expanded capabilities of Apex integration testing in the Winter '27 release, demonstrating how to use the `@IntegrationTest` annotation for external callouts beyond Agentforce and Data 360. It highlights the setup for a preview scratch org and provides a practical example with the Agify.io service.