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ShreyashJunje
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‎10-13-2024 08:53 AM

What do I need to focus on to pass the CAD exam, and which course should I complete on the Now Learning platform? Also, what is the syllabus for this exam?

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SAI VENKATESH
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‎10-13-2024 01:29 PM - last edited on ‎02-14-2025 08:27 AM by Administrator

Hi @ShreyashJunje 

 

Below is the link for the CAD exam :

https://learning.servicenow.com/lxp/en/certified-application-developer-mainline-exam-blueprint?id=kb...

 

Thanks and Regards

Sai Venkatesh

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PrashantLearnIT
Tera Sage

‎10-13-2024 09:59 PM

HI @ShreyashJunje 

 

 

To pass the Certified Application Developer (CAD) exam on ServiceNow, you'll need to focus on a few key areas and complete the appropriate training on the Now Learning platform.

Key Topics to Focus On:

  1. ServiceNow Fundamentals: Core concepts such as platform security, database schemas, business logic, and UI policies.
  2. Application Development Lifecycle: Design, build, test, and deploy applications.
  3. Data Model and Relationships: Understanding tables, fields, and relationships.
  4. Scripting: Familiarity with client-side and server-side scripting, especially using JavaScript within ServiceNow.
  5. Process Automation: Business rules, flow designers, workflows, and notifications.
  6. Integration and REST APIs: Basic understanding of data integration techniques using APIs.
  7. Application Security: Role-based access control (RBAC) and data security mechanisms.

Recommended Courses on Now Learning:

  • Application Development Fundamentals: A hands-on course providing foundational knowledge required for the exam.
  • CAD Certification Preparation: This course focuses on key exam topics and offers mock assessments to simulate the actual exam environment​
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Syllabus Overview:

The CAD exam tests your ability to:

  • Build applications that meet real-world business needs.
  • Utilize ServiceNow’s platform tools for both configuration and customization.
  • Implement secure, performant, and maintainable solutions.

More details, including practice tests and structured paths, can be found on the Now Learning platform

 

https://nowlearning.servicenow.com/lxp/en/certification-preparation-certified-application-developer?...

 

https://nowlearning.servicenow.com/lxp/en/pages/now-learning-get-certified?id=amap_detail&achievemen...

 

By completing the relevant learning path and gaining hands-on experience with ServiceNow, you'll be well-prepared for the CAD exam.

 

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emilywalker
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‎10-27-2025 04:35 AM

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‎11-04-2025 09:08 AM

Global vs privately scoped applications- several questions 

Question about cross-scope access

Restricted caller access - it was about how is the exact name and the sub- entries were listed below. 

Question about - g_scratchpad and what is its usage. 

Question about what is the table behavior when allow all is selected in the advanced tab, check also this. 

A strange question which I didn`t see in any dumps or never thought about is what is happening if an incident`s transaction in a record producer is being aborted, is the record created , and if an error message is displayed. 

1-2 questions about UI actions 

g_user

glide_system

glide record 

Script Includes - limitations, is it client-callable, what is its trigger 

 

The exam is based on two courses- Scripting in ServiceNow and Application Development. Read the books several times. Do the labs and you are fine. 

 

 

 

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terokad508
Giga Contributor

‎12-24-2025 01:23 AM

I recently passed the Certified Application Developer (CAD) exam I have shared my exam experience on my doc. Feel free to check it out. I have included all my tips, prep strategy & exam day questions tips. Hope this helps.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pQeH9fePKpc3N9zZj98K0ef_zNe3Jo67aJ1NZNoV1eE/edit?usp=sharing

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How I Prepared for the CAD Exam Preparing for the CAD exam can feel overwhelming at first, but with the right strategy and consistent effort, it becomes much more manageable. In this article, I want to share the step-by-step approach I used to prepare for the CAD exam effectively. Understanding ...
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