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Appian Certified Associate Developer
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ACD101 Appian Certifications: Study Roadmap
Follow this path to organize your exam preparation
Phase 1: Platform FundamentalsYou are here
Learn Appian Designer, application object structure, environments, and core platform navigation. These phase hours are an OpenExamPrep planning suggestion, adjustable to experience.
Phase 2: Interfaces and Expression Rules
Build SAIL interfaces, master a! components, layouts, local variables, rule inputs, and reusable expression rules.
Phase 3: Process Models
Design process models with start, user input task, write-to-data-store, sub-process, and gateway nodes.
Phase 4: Records and Data Persistence
Create CDTs, data stores, and record types; configure record list, dashboard, and related actions.
Phase 5: Security, Sites, and Mock Exams
Apply group/role security, build a basic site, and run timed mock exams covering all seven domains.
Can You Take the ACD101 Exam?
Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements
- •Request exam eligibility through Appian when ready to test; eligibility lasts 30 days.
- •Schedule with Prometric for remote or in-person proctoring, using the eligibility details.
- •Four attempts are ordinarily allowed. The second can be scheduled after one day; after the second attempt, wait at least 14 days. Further attempts require discretionary program approval.
- •Cancellation/rescheduling is free at least 10 calendar days before the appointment, costs $25 from 9 through 2 days before, and less than 2 days or a no-show forfeits fees.
ACD101 Quick Facts
Time to Get Licensed
An example planning window is 6-10 weeks; adjust it to prior experience and hands-on progress. This is an OpenExamPrep study suggestion.
From start to license in hand
Retake Policy
Appian ordinarily permits four attempts. A second attempt may be scheduled after one day; after the second attempt, wait at least 14 days before retaking. Each attempt has a fee. After four unsuccessful attempts, additional opportunities are at the program’s discretion.
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Practice Questions
Independent Appian development practice covering interfaces, processes, expressions, records, and data persistence.
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What You'll Study
12 chapters covering the exam topics in this guide
Chapter 1: Platform Architecture & Environments
3 sections
Chapter 2: Security & Platform Governance
3 sections
Chapter 3: Relational Data Modeling & CDTs
2 sections
Chapter 4: Data Persistence Operations & Query Entity
2 sections
Chapter 5: Records Architecture & Data Fabric
2 sections
Chapter 6: Record Views, Actions & Record Queries
2 sections
Chapter 7: Process Model Architecture & Task Design
3 sections
Chapter 8: Process Orchestration, Sub-Processes & Exception Handling
3 sections
Chapter 9: SAIL Interface Design & State Management
3 sections
Chapter 10: Advanced Interface Components & Sites
3 sections
Chapter 11: Expression Rules & Functional Data Manipulation
3 sections
Chapter 12: Query Optimization, Testing & Debugging
3 sections
ACD101 Exam Details
Appian Certified Associate Developer
Administered by Appian
Exam Content Breakdown
Based on the official Appian content outline
Building SAIL interfaces, components, layouts, local variables, rule inputs, validations, and patterns.
Process model nodes, smart services, gateways, sub-processes, exception handling, and lanes.
Authoring expression rules with a! and fn! functions, rule inputs, and reusing logic across the app.
Common Appian resources, application object structure, environment specifications, and platform use cases.
Relational modeling and updates; reading, writing, and aggregating data with CDTs, data-store entities, and records.
Record types, record sources, list and dashboard configuration, related actions, and record-powered queries.
Permissions, security across design objects, environments, deployment basics, and design system principles.
What's Included
12 Chapters
Complete exam coverage
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With detailed explanations
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What's Next After the ACD101?
After passing the ACD101, you can pursue these career paths
Appian ACD201
Step up to the Senior Developer credential covering integrations, complex process design, and advanced records.
Appian ACD301
Pursue the Lead Developer credential focused on architecture, performance, and enterprise design patterns.
Appian Analyst
Round out platform skills with the Analyst credential covering requirements gathering and process design.
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