What do you need to do to confirm the initial values of flow variables during an interview?

To confirm the initial values of flow variables during an interview, adding temporary elements to the flow is an effective approach. This method allows you to visually display the values of the variables at specific points during the execution of the flow. By incorporating elements such as screens or other display components, you can present the variable values to yourself or users, aiding in understanding how data is being manipulated as the flow progresses.

Using this technique enables real-time feedback without altering the core logic of the flow. It can be particularly helpful during development and testing phases, ensuring that the values are correctly set before proceeding to the next steps in the automation.

Other methods such as running the flow in debug mode provide a way to analyze a flow’s execution, but they may not visually show the variable states directly in the flow interface. Examining logs manually may require extensive knowledge and does not facilitate immediate understanding of the flow’s internal states. Contacting Salesforce support is generally not necessary for confirming variable states in flows, as the tools provided within the platform are designed to allow developers and administrators to validate their configurations independently.