Certification journey for Adobe Commerce Developer Professional
This page provides information on how to attain this certification. It includes a description of the exam, study materials, step-by-step instructions on the certification process, and how to renew your certification.
Exam description
Learn who should take this exam, what experience is recommended, and what subjects are covered on the exam.
Exam details
Exam details:
- Level: Professional (0-12 months’ experience)
- Passing Score: 50/77
- Time: 154 mins
- Delivery: Online proctored (requires camera access)
- Available languages: English
- Cost: $125 (global) / $95 (India)
- Exam ID: AD0-E717
Intended audience
- Developers
- Lead Developers
- Backend Developer
- Solution Architects
- Technical Leaders
Minimum experience
You should be comfortable working in Adobe Commerce and have a basic understanding of Adobe Commerce admin development, architecture, EAV/database, layout/UI, checkout and sales, and catalog.
Additionally, you should be familiar with the following technologies and environments:
- Adobe Commerce - version 2.4
- Good understanding of PHP
- Knowledge of MYSQL
- Knowledge of Object-Oriented Programming
- Knowledge of Cloud Architecture
Exam objectives and scope
This section provides information on the exam content.
Section 1: Working with Admin (5%)
- Describe how the ACL works with roles and resources
- Identify the components to use when creating or modifying the admin grid/form
- Identify the files to use when creating a store/admin config and menu items
Section 2: Architecture (29%)
- Describe Magento file structure
- Describe Magento CLI commands
- Describe cron functionality
- Given a scenario, describe usage of the di.xml
- Given a scenario, create controllers
- Describe module structure
- Describe index functionality
- Describe localization
- Describe plugin, preference, event observers, and interceptors
- Describe custom module routes
- Describe URL rewrites
- Describe the Magento caching system
- Describe stores, websites, and store views (basic understanding)
Section 3: EAV/database (13%)
- Given a scenario, change/add/remove attribute sets and/or attributes
- Describe different types of attributes
- Given a scenario, use a DB schema to alter a database table
- Describe models, resource models, and collections
- Describe basics of Entity Attribute Value (EAV)
Section 4: Layout/UI (15%)
- Apply changes to existing product types and create new ones
- Modify and extend existing Catalog entities
- Demonstrate the ability to manage Indexes and customize price output
- Explain how multi-source inventory impacts stock (program level)
Section 5: Checkout and sales (8%)
- Describe cart components
- Describe a cart promo rule
- Given a scenario, describe basic checkout modifications
- Given a scenario, describe basic usage of quote data
- Given a scenario, configure the payment and shipping methods
- Given a scenario, configure tax rules, currencies, cart, and/or checkout
Section 6: Catalog(8%)
- Identify the basics of category management and products management
- Describe product types
- Describe price rules
- Describe price types
Section 7: Adobe Commerce Cloud architecture (12%)
- Define Adobe Commerce architecture/environment workflow
- Describe cloud project files, permission, and structure
- List services available on Adobe Commerce on Cloud
- Describe how to access different types of logs
- Describe steps for applying patches (Identify which folder to put patches in)
- Describe how to Maintain and upgrade ECE tools
- Identify when to call support *Yaml files and limitations (DIY vs Support tickets)
Section 8: Setup/Configuring Adobe Commerce Cloud (4%)
- Identify how to setup/configure Adobe Commerce Cloud
- Define Basic Cloud troubleshooting (Hierarchy of web UI and variables, configurations precedence)
- Recognize basic knowledge of cloud user management and onboarding UI
- Describe environment Management using UI
- Describe branching using UI
- Identify Adobe commerce Cloud Plan capabilities
Section 9: Commerce Cloud CLI tool (Managing part) (6%)
- Describe exclusive features of Adobe Commerce Cloud CLI tool (CLI exclusive features: activate emails, rebase environments, snapshot, db dump, local environment setup)
- Describe branching using the Adobe Commerce Cloud CLI tool
- Identify ways to connect to cloud services? (My SQL, Redis, tunnel:info)
Readiness questionnaire
This online readiness questionnaire is a self-assessment. It will help you gauge whether your current experience matches the recommended minimum candidate qualifications.
Take the online readiness questionnaire
How to get certified
These steps take you through the certification process from beginning to end.
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You must have an Adobe ID to schedule and take your exam. If you do not have an Adobe ID, you can create one here.
It is necessary to have an Adobe ID for three reasons:
- You will need an Adobe ID to create and log in to your Adobe Credential Management System account. This is where you can view your certifications, exam history, exam scores, and additional information.
- You must be logged in to the Adobe Credential Management System in order to create and log in to your Examity account. That is where you will schedule, pay for, and take your test.
- You must be logged in to the Adobe Credential Management System to take practice tests on the Adobe Certification Exam Prep Portal.
Study Materials
You are not required to complete training before taking the exam, and training alone will not provide you with the knowledge and skills required to pass the exam. A combination of training and successful, on-the-job experience are critical to providing you with the repository needed to pass the exam.
Here are some suggested resources to help you prepare:
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Section 1: Working with Admin
- Layouts
- User Roles
- Introduction to UI Components
- Configuration files for deployment
- Extensibility and modularity
Section 2: Architecture
- Extensibility and modularity
- Configuration files for deployment
- Command-line tool
- Events and Observers
- Introduction to Admin systems
- Templates
- Translations
- URL rewrites
- Configure caching
- Configure and use Varnish
- Website Stores and Views
- Site, Store, and View Scope
- Create categories
- Store and site Structure
Section 3: Digital marketing and eCommerce fundamentals
- Commerce Tutorials
- Events and Observers
- Layered Navigation
- Product Attributes Overview
- Declarative Schema Overview
Section 4: Layout/UI
- Pages
- Layouts
- Cascading Style Sheets
- Themes
- Introduction to JavaScript
- Coding Standards
- Page Caching
Section 5: Checkout and sales
- Order management and operations
- Shopping cart
- Cart price rules
- Customize Checkout
- Common Commerce Tables
- Adding a new payment integration
- Currency
Section 6: Catalog
Section 7: Adobe Commerce Cloud Architecture
- Commerce on Cloud Infrastructure
- Cloud architecture for Commerce
- Starter architecture
- Pro architecture
- Scaled Architecture
Section 8: Setup/Configuring Adobe Commerce Cloud
- Configuration files overview
- Properties for application configuration
- Configure environment variables for deployment
- Adobe Commerce on Cloud Product Description
Section 9: Commerce Cloud CLI Tool (Managing Part)
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Take a practice test
We recommend taking the free practice test before you start. You’ll have unrestricted access to all available practice tests for Adobe’s expert-level exams.
Our practice tests are all developed from the same blueprint as the live exams. The practice test will help you understand the topics covered in the live exam.
Please remember that passing a practice test does not guarantee you will pass the certification exam.
To take the practice test:
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First, log in to the Adobe Credential Management System with your Adobe ID.
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Then, go to the Adobe Certification Exam Prep Portal to find your practice test.
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Exam delivery
Adobe uses a vendor called Examity to administer scheduled, proctored exams. All new certification exams are proctored. Renewal exams are on-demand and unproctored.
Schedule, reschedule, or cancel exam
To schedule, reschedule, or cancel your exam:
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First, log in to the Adobe Credential Management System with your Adobe ID.
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Then, go to the Examity portal and follow the instructions provided on screen.
Cancellations and rescheduling must be initiated 48 hours before the scheduled exam appointment. Candidates must modify this appointment themselves. Neither Adobe Support or exam vendors can process rescheduling and cancellation requests. Cancellations under 48 hours are subject to a rescheduling fee in addition to the exam fee.
How to pay
Pay by credit card: When you schedule your exam, you will be prompted to enter your credit card for payment.
Pay by voucher: To purchase an exam voucher go to: Adobe Certification Voucher Center. You can apply the voucher code when you schedule your exam. See below for voucher discount information.
Purchasing a voucher
You can pay for an exam with a voucher. To purchase an exam voucher go to the Adobe Certification Voucher Center.
You can apply the voucher code when you schedule your exam. See below for voucher discount information.
All candidates can receive a discount on bulk purchases of 10 or more exams when they purchase via the Adobe Certification Voucher Center.
For more information on vouchers, please see the FAQ.
Discounts
Bulk discounts are available:
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| 25-49 | 25% |
| 50+ | 33% |
Partner discounts: Bronze level Partners and above get discounts on all Adobe certification exams and classes. You can read more about these discounts and how to access partner benefits on the Solution Partner Portal.
Voucher discounts: All candidates can receive a discount on bulk purchases of 10 or more exams when they purchase via the Adobe Certification Voucher Center.
Note: Bulk discounts cannot be combined with any other offer or discount.
Before exam day
- Run your system test.
- Make sure Zoom is installed on your computer. Zoom must have permission to use your camera and microphone, to share your screen, and to let your proctor take over your computer temporarily.
- Turn off your pop-up blocker before starting the exam.
- Double-check your time zone in your Examity profile by going to the Adobe Credential Management system, clicking on Schedule/Modify my Exam Appointment, selecting your exam, and going to your Examity profile.
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Day of exam
- Be early! Your proctor will start your session precisely at your appointment start time, so allow time to log into Examity before your appointment.
- Prepare your desk space. Remove any additional monitors, electronics, books, notebooks, papers, etc. from your desktop.
- Plug in your computer.
- Close all applications except the screen share and browser. Your proctor will direct you to open the task manager to show that no other applications are running.
- Note: If you are disconnected, you will receive an email notification from Examity Support to assist with reconnecting. You also have the option to reach out to Examity support direct to reconnect.
After the exam
- Upon completion of the exam, you will receive a provisional pass/fail; however, your final score can take up to 72 hours. Once the exam is reviewed and finalized, you will find the score card in Adobe Credential Management under the “History” tab.
- If you fail an Adobe certification exam on your first attempt, you must wait at least 24 hours before retaking the exam. A failing grade on the second or any subsequent attempt requires a waiting period of 14 calendar days before retaking the exam. Each attempt will incur a separate exam fee.
Adobe uses Examity to administer proctored exams online. In the Examity portal, you can:
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Schedule, reschedule or cancel your exam. Please note that canceling and rescheduling must be initiated prior to 48 hours before the scheduled exam appointment. Candidates must modify this appointment themselves.
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Pay for your exam. Pay for your certification exam either by voucher or credit card in the Examity portal. To purchase an exam voucher go to: Adobe Certification Voucher System. You can apply the voucher code when you schedule your exam. If you have a discount, it will apply at checkout.
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Take your exam.
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Schedule or take exam AD0-E717
Once you’ve passed your certification exam, you will receive an Adobe Experience Cloud digital badge from Credly, a provider of digital credentialing services.
Your badge serves as tangible evidence of your proficiency with Adobe Experience Cloud products. By displaying it on your social media profiles or resume, you can demonstrate your accomplishment to potential employers and clients and showcase your skills in these applications.
For existing users, there are two ways to accept your Adobe Certification badge:
- Step 1: Sign into Credly. (You must use the same email that you used to earn your Adobe credential, or you will not see your badge.)
- Step 2: Or go to the email you received from Credly to the accept the badge.
- Step 3: Accept and share your badge.
For new users, follow the instructions below to accept your Adobe Certification badge:
- Step 1: Go to the email you received from Credly to accept the badge.
- Step 2: Create an account. (You must use the same email that you used to earn your Adobe credential, or you will not see your badge.)
- Step 3: Accept and share your badge.
Renewing your certification
Certifications expire after two years. To maintain your certification, you must renew it before it expires. Visit the Renew your certification page for more information.
Questions
View the certification FAQ.
Additional questions? Contact us.