ACD301

The Appian ACD301 exam, focused on Appian's low-code development platform, tests your understanding of building and deploying applications using Appian. The main points covered generally fall under these categories:

• Appian Design Principles & Best Practices: This includes understanding Appian's core concepts, such as the use of expressions, rules, interfaces, and data types. It emphasizes building robust, maintainable, and scalable applications following Appian's recommended guidelines.

• Interface Design & User Experience (UX): You'll need to know how to create user-friendly interfaces using Appian's tools. This involves understanding different interface components (buttons, grids, forms, etc.), data binding, and creating a positive user experience.

• Data Modeling & Management: This section focuses on designing and implementing effective data models within Appian. You'll be tested on understanding data types, relationships between data, and using Appian's data connectors to integrate with external systems.

• Process Modeling & Automation: This is a core aspect of Appian. You'll need to demonstrate your ability to design and implement business processes using Appian's process modeler. This involves using different process components (tasks, sub-processes, gateways, etc.), handling exceptions, and implementing process-related rules.

• Security & Governance: Understanding Appian's security features is crucial. You'll need to know how to implement security best practices, manage user roles and permissions, and ensure data protection.

• Deployment & Administration (Basic): While not as in-depth as a dedicated administrator exam, you'll need a foundational understanding of deploying and managing Appian applications, including concepts like version control and basic troubleshooting.

• Integration with External Systems: Appian excels at integrating with various systems. Expect questions on connecting Appian to other applications using different integration methods (e.g., REST APIs, web services, connectors).

The specific weight given to each topic might vary slightly depending on the version of the exam, but these points consistently represent the core knowledge areas tested. Always consult the official Appian documentation and training materials for the most up-to-date and accurate information.