ServiceNow SDK

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  • Updated March 12, 2026
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    Summary of ServiceNow SDK

    The ServiceNow SDK allows developers to create and develop applications in source code using Visual Studio Code Desktop, facilitating the upload of changes to a ServiceNow instance. This toolkit is essential for leveraging industry-standard development tools and processes within the ServiceNow ecosystem.

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    Key Features

    • Configuration and Authentication: Install and configure the SDK locally, and authenticate to ServiceNow instances for seamless integration.
    • Application Development: Create and develop applications in source code using ServiceNow Fluent, a domain-specific language for application metadata.
    • Development Tools: Choose from multiple development environments:
      • ServiceNow IDE: An implementation of Visual Studio Code for the Web on the ServiceNow AI Platform.
      • ServiceNow Studio: A unified environment for platform developers, offering streamlined navigation and integrated low-code tools for efficient development.
      • App Engine Studio: Enables the creation of a wider range of applications with low-code options.
      • Creator Studio: Focuses on building request-fulfillment applications without the need for coding.
    • Resources: Access release notes, a video toolbox, examples on GitHub, and community forums for additional support.

    Key Outcomes

    By utilizing the ServiceNow SDK, customers can enhance their development productivity, create robust applications tailored to their needs, and leverage a range of tools to support both low-code and traditional coding approaches. This flexibility enables organizations to build applications quickly and efficiently, meeting business demands effectively.

    Create and develop applications in source code locally in Visual Studio Code Desktop and upload changes to an instance using the ServiceNow software development kit (SDK).

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    Which builder should I use to create an app?

    Are you a developer who wants to use industry-standard development tools and processes?

    The ServiceNow IDE and ServiceNow SDK support developing applications in source code with ServiceNow Fluent, creating JavaScript modules, and using third-party libraries. ServiceNow Fluent is a domain-specific programming language for creating application metadata in code.

    The ServiceNow IDE is an implementation of Visual Studio Code for the Web on the ServiceNow AI Platform. The ServiceNow SDK uses Visual Studio Code Desktop locally. For more information, see Building applications in source code.

    Are you a developer who wants more control in a centralized user interface?

    Build apps smarter and deliver them faster with the new ServiceNow Studio. ServiceNow Studio empowers platform developers with a modern, unified environment for building on the ServiceNow AI Platform. ServiceNow Studio features streamlined navigation to applications and metadata, integrated low-code tools, efficient tracking and packaging of development work that accelerates development processes and enhances productivity. For more information, see Exploring ServiceNow Studio.

    Need a more general app but still want low-code options?

    App Engine Studio lets you build a broader range of apps than Creator Studio without being a programming pro. For more information, see Exploring App Engine Studio.

    Want to build an app easily, without code?

    Creator Studio specializes in helping you craft request-fulfillment applications without writing code. For example, an application to request office supplies by filling out a form, and someone approves or denies your request. For more information, see Exploring Creator Studio.

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