Rise to the #BuildWithCreatorStudio Challenge and Earn Exclusive Swag!
#BuildWithCreatorStudio
Introduction
Hey y’all! 🤠 It's that time of the year again! We're thrilled to announce the return of our annual #BuildWith challenge, this year focusing on the incredible capabilities of ServiceNow's Creator Studio. Whether you're a seasoned developer or a newcomer to the world of no-code solutions, #BuildWithCreatorStudio is your gateway to transforming your innovative ideas into real-world solutions. Ready to get creative and have some fun? Join us for our third year of this exciting challenge!
What’s Creator Studio?
Creator Studio is a no-code tool that lets you whip up apps fast, no waiting on IT. It’s perfect for those simple, request-based workflows that need to get done without the hassle. The best part? It’s easy to use and comes with built-in governance, so your apps stay compliant and good to go, without any extra effort on your end.
Already using App Engine Studio? No problem. Creator Studio plays nice with it, letting you knock out the simpler apps quickly while saving AES for the bigger, more complex projects. It’s all about giving you more control and flexibility in how you build. (Quick shoutout to our #BuildWithAES participants! Cheers to more skill-building!)
Whether you’re looking to speed things up, clear out bottlenecks, or just try something new, Creator Studio’s got you covered. Ready to show off what you can build? Keep reading to learn how to dive into the #BuildWithCreatorStudio challenge, earn some swag, and show us what you’ve got.
What’s in It for You (Besides Fun)?
Your contributions help drive thought leadership and showcase real-world use cases that other organizations can learn from. That being said, the Community team is also a big believer in a little quid pro quo. Participants will earn a #BuildWithCreatorStudio Community badge and an exclusive mug! Did I mention it's in the new design style we debuted at CreatorCon during K24? 
How Do I Enter?
Jumping into the #BuildWithCreatorStudio challenge is simple. Here's how you can get started:
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Set Up Your PDI (Personal Developer Instance): If you don't already have Creator Studio in your environment, go to your ServiceNow Developer Portal and either log into or spin up a PDI. It’s free and easy! Just make sure you install Creator Studio.
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Build Your App: Now’s the time to create! Feel free to let your imagination run wild or keep it simple.
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Share Your Build: When your app is complete, submit a 300-word description, a video, or an infographic that explains what your app does, and your experience using Creator Studio. Be sure to share it on both in the comments of this blog and on social media using #BuildWithCreatorStudio
Then sit back, relax, and wait for your swag redemption email!
Getting Started with Creator Studio
Not sure where to start? Check out the videos below for how to get started and how to enter the #BuildWithCreatorStudio Challenge. We also have a wealth of resources listed in our FAQ questions. Still need more help? We recommend you ask them in our #BuildWith channel in the SN Devs Slack. Our community is here to help you every step of the way. Alternatively, you can reach out to buildwith@servicenow.com, but please expect a delay in response via this channel. Our team is small but mighty!
Enter Now!
The #BuildWithCreatorStudio challenge is your chance to showcase your creativity, solve problems, and win some awesome swag. So, what are you waiting for? Let’s make this year’s challenge the best one yet!
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Where Do I Enter?
- To enter, you must follow the guidelines and respond to this Community blog post. You must include links to your content as well as links to where you shared on social media with #BuildWithCreatorStudio hashtagged.
- Where and What Do I Post on Community?
- You’re in the right place! Simply log into your ServiceNow Community account. At the bottom of this blog, you will see an area to comment. This is where you can input your proof of completing the challenge using Creator Studio use along with a description of what you’ve built.
- Where and What Do I Post on Social Media?
- You can post on any social media platform, whether it’s LinkedIn or Twitter, and share your completed app and Creator Studio imagery/experience.
- What if I Don’t Have Social Media?
- Not to worry! Please send an email to BuildWith@servicenow.com, and we will contact you to get you your swag. Please refrain from emailing your entries to this address! We are monitoring the comments for your submissions. 😀
- When Will I Receive My Swag?
- When you complete the challenge, you can expect an email in a few weeks from ServiceNow with the subject line #BuildWithCreatorStudio Redemption. Enclosed there will be a link to our Developer Swag Store and a code to which you can redeem your mug. Based on the address you provide; your mug will ship there. If you are located outside the USA, please expect a longer shipping time. Swag is limited to while supplies last.
- What If I am New to Creator Studio?
- You're not alone! Everyone was once a beginner, and there's no better time to dive in than now. We've curated a selection of helpful videos to kickstart your journey towards building your first app with Creator Studio. Before you know it, you'll be ready to tackle the #BuildWithCreatorStudio challenge.
- Do you have any additional resources for me?
- It's your lucky day! Check out our resources below.
- Do I Need to Fill Out a Submission Form?
- No submission form is required! Just follow the guidelines above and you are good to go!
- When Does the Challenge End?
- To receive swag, you must submit your challenge entry by October 8th, 2024 at 11:59 PM PST. However, you are welcome to continue sharing your apps past this date.
- Who is Eligible to Enter the Challenge?
- We invite everyone aged 18 and above to join us! Whether you're an absolute beginner or an experienced Creator Studio user, your contribution is valued! Sadly, our legal guy informs us that while government employees may participate, they are ineligible for the mug reward. (Terms and Conditions apply.)
- I Have a Problem Who Do I Reach Out to?
- Please direct your questions to our #BuildWith Slack Channel or email buildwith@servicenow.com with #BuildWithCreatorStudio Challenge in the subject line. Please refrain from emailing your entries to this address! We are monitoring the comments for your submissions. 😁
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- Do you have an example of what I should share on this Community blog?
- Yes! Here is an example for you. Make sure you link out to your social post!
A #BuildWithCreatorStudio Submission Example
- Do you have an example of what I should share on this Community blog?
- Do you have an example of what I should post on social media?
- Absolutely, here is an example!
Submission Social Media Example
- Absolutely, here is an example!
Terms and Conditions
No purchase is necessary. #BuildWithCreatorStudio Challenge is open only to individuals at least eighteen (18) years old at the time of entry. The Challenge begins September 8, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time ("PDT") and ends on October 8, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. PDT.
Entrants must respond to the official forum with a 1) Screenshot, graphic, or video showing their app built using Creator Studio or 2) a 300 minimum word description of the app they built with a screenshot using Creator Studio AND entrants must post their video or blog into the ServiceNow Community Developer forum here AND share it on LinkedIn or Twitter with #BuildWithCreatorStudio Challenge on their post AND the social media post will be linked to their forum post.
The Submission must be your own, original work; The Submission must contain a relevant reason/response to the prompt of Creator Studio; The Submission must meet the format and size requirements of the social platform used to enter; The Submission must conform with any applicable social media platform terms.
The prize includes the official 2024 #BuildWithCreatorStudio Mug, while supplies last. Government employees are excluded from receiving the mug but can participate in the challenge. The brand of mug may vary. Mug may take up to 4 weeks or longer to arrive once ordered. Approximate Retail Value (“ARV”): $15 USD.
The ServiceNow Community reserves the right to access email data provided by the entrant in order to reach out to individuals who have completed the challenge. Entrants who have met the guidelines and have successfully completed the challenge will receive an email from ServiceNow with instructions on how to redeem the prize. International country restrictions will apply.
Except where prohibited, participation in the Challenge constitutes each entrant's consent to use submission’s name, and photograph (including, without limitation, entrant’s Twitter and LinkedIn profile photo), voice, opinions and/or hometown and state for promotional purposes in any media, worldwide, without further payment or consideration.
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