servicenow development path

[izzaijaz]

Please help me,  I want to become a service now developer, I have a little knowledge about loops, functions and variables, i know i can learn it from now learning and through youtube courses as well but the thing is whenever I see servicenow JD there are so many things they require like JS, react, angular, react native, css html. Please help me what else I need to learn to become a developer and also what is the roadmap what thing I should learn first, I really wanna get a job as a developer within a year.

I've confusion about one more thing there are so many modules in SN all of them require the same knowledge and coding? like ITSM, ITBM, CSM, HRSD and many more do I need to do different certs as well for these?

[Rohit Singh · Accepted solution]

Hi @izzaijaz , You can start learning with the Java Script as it is mainly used as ServiceNow developer from various online sources. Other programming languages like Angular JS, html and CSS is mainly used for ServiceNow Service Portal development which is good to have and which you can learn at later point of time depending upon on your interest. 

The concept of javascript remains the same in across all the modules, however you need to learn about each modules : like how it solves business problem, various tables in a module, purpose of the module, OOB functionality provided by the module etc.

If my response helped, please mark it correct and close the thread so that it benefits future readers.

Regards,

Rohit

[Harish Bainsla · Accepted solution]

Hi @izzaijaz 

follow these steps 

1. Create PDI its free from below link

https://developer.servicenow.com/dev.do#!/learn

2. Create account on learning ServiceNow to do from basic module like itsm , do micro- certificate which are free from below link 
https://learning.servicenow.com/lxp/en/pages/servicenow

3. Pic any you tube channel and study from there and do hands on practice on pdi.
check below link 

https://www.servicenow.com/community/developer-forum/ten-steps-how-to-become-servicenow-developer-ro...

also check my post on LinkedIn i have post about it in below link

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/harish-baisla-8895aa22a_how-start-career-in-servicenow-activity-72996...

if my answer helps you mark helpful and accept solution 

[Rohit Singh · Accepted solution]

Hi @izzaijaz , You can start learning with the Java Script as it is mainly used as ServiceNow developer from various online sources. Other programming languages like Angular JS, html and CSS is mainly used for ServiceNow Service Portal development which is good to have and which you can learn at later point of time depending upon on your interest. 

The concept of javascript remains the same in across all the modules, however you need to learn about each modules : like how it solves business problem, various tables in a module, purpose of the module, OOB functionality provided by the module etc.

If my response helped, please mark it correct and close the thread so that it benefits future readers.

Regards,

Rohit

[Harish Bainsla · Accepted solution]

Hi @izzaijaz 

follow these steps 

1. Create PDI its free from below link

https://developer.servicenow.com/dev.do#!/learn

2. Create account on learning ServiceNow to do from basic module like itsm , do micro- certificate which are free from below link 
https://learning.servicenow.com/lxp/en/pages/servicenow

3. Pic any you tube channel and study from there and do hands on practice on pdi.
check below link 

https://www.servicenow.com/community/developer-forum/ten-steps-how-to-become-servicenow-developer-ro...

also check my post on LinkedIn i have post about it in below link

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/harish-baisla-8895aa22a_how-start-career-in-servicenow-activity-72996...

if my answer helps you mark helpful and accept solution 

[Dr Atul G- LNG · Accepted solution]

Hi @izzaijaz 

My friends @Harish Bainsla  @Rohit Singh 

already shared the best ways to approach this, but I'd like to add that, as a ServiceNow trainer, it's crucial to first understand the ServiceNow platform before diving into development. Once you familiarize yourself with the platform, you'll naturally grasp where and why code is required.

ServiceNow primarily uses JavaScript, and I recommend following the JavaScript playlist by Chuck—it’s a great resource for beginners to get started.

Yes, there are many modules in ServiceNow, but don't chase certifications—focus on gaining knowledge. Each module requires significant time to understand and gain hands-on experience. Ideally, you should spend at least six months on each module to build a solid foundation.

Suggested learning path:

1. Starting Point – Admin
2. Next Steps – CAD → ITSM
3. Advanced Modules – HRSD / CSM / GRC (Pick based on your interest)