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AD0-E132 Verified 2026 Edition

Adobe Experience Manager Technical Foundations Professional Practice Test

AD0-E132 is Adobe's Professional-level Technical Foundations certification for Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), aimed at people newer to the platform. Practice questions here cover replicating content across environments, assembling page templates from components, deploying OSGi bundles, and handling day-to-day user administration. It gives a broad technical grounding before AEM's developer or practitioner tracks.

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Exam Format

120 min
60
38/60 (63%)
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$125 USD
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Validity

2 years
Pass two short renewal modules (about 15 minutes each) at no cost; Earn a higher-level AEM certification

AD0-E132 Exam Topics and Domains

AD0-E132 is organized into 4 weighted domains. Expect to work with AEM Core Components, AEM Page Editor, Apache Jackrabbit Oak, Apache Sling, and more.

1

Content Creation

33%

Manage Content Pages

Page Creation and ManagementPage Editing and Authoring
  • Create, edit, and manage content pages within AEM Sites
  • Configure page properties and metadata
  • Navigate and organize the site hierarchy effectively

Replicate Content

Content Replication Mechanisms
  • Understand and configure content replication between AEM instances
  • Activate and deactivate content on publish instances
  • Manage replication queues and troubleshoot replication failures

Configure Policies

Content Policies
  • Configure content policies for templates and components
  • Understand the relationship between policies, templates, and components
  • Apply design policies to control authoring experience

Use DAM to Upload and Publish Assets

Digital Asset Management (DAM)
  • Upload and manage digital assets in AEM DAM
  • Apply metadata and tags for asset organization
  • Publish assets and manage asset renditions

Use Content Fragments

Content Fragment Creation and Management
  • Create and manage Content Fragments using Content Fragment Models
  • Understand the difference between Content Fragments and Experience Fragments
  • Configure Content Fragment Models for structured content

Apply Procedural Concepts to Use Components

AEM Components Usage
  • Understand and apply AEM components in page authoring
  • Differentiate between Core Components and Foundation Components
  • Configure component policies and allowed components

Apply Procedural Concepts to Translate Content

Content Translation
  • Set up and manage translation workflows in AEM
  • Create language copies for multilingual sites
  • Configure the Translation Integration Framework

Use Multi-Sites and Live Copies

Multi Site Manager (MSM) and Live Copy
  • Configure and use Multi Site Manager for content reuse
  • Create and manage Live Copies from Blueprints
  • Understand rollout configurations and inheritance mechanisms
2

Implementation

42%

Apply Procedural Concepts to Create Components

Component Development
  • Understand AEM component architecture and development patterns
  • Create components using HTL and Sling Models
  • Configure component dialogs for Touch UI authoring

Create Editable Templates

Template Development
  • Create Editable Templates using the Template Editor
  • Configure template structure, initial content, and policies
  • Understand the relationship between templates and page components

Create Client Libraries

Client-Side Libraries (Clientlibs)
  • Create and configure AEM Client Libraries for CSS and JavaScript
  • Manage clientlib dependencies and embedding
  • Include clientlibs in page templates using HTL

Update Content in CRXDE Lite

CRXDE Lite Usage
  • Navigate and modify JCR content using CRXDE Lite
  • Create and edit nodes and properties in the repository
  • Understand CRXDE Lite capabilities and limitations

Use JCR Structure to Navigate to Nodes

JCR Repository Structure
  • Navigate the JCR repository structure and understand key paths
  • Understand node types, mixins, and properties
  • Identify the purpose of major repository paths (/content, /apps, /libs, /conf)

Create Experience and Content Fragments

Fragment Creation and Implementation
  • Create and implement Experience Fragments with variations
  • Define Content Fragment Models and create Content Fragments
  • Understand headless content delivery using GraphQL API

Extend Core Components

Core Component Customization
  • Extend AEM Core Components using the proxy component pattern
  • Customize component dialogs using Sling Resource Merger
  • Apply styles to components via the Style System

Structure Content Modeling

Content Architecture and Modeling
  • Design effective content models for AEM implementations
  • Apply content architecture best practices
  • Understand content reuse strategies across channels
3

Setup and Deployment

13%

Install Bundles

OSGi Bundle Management
  • Install and manage OSGi bundles in AEM
  • Understand the OSGi bundle lifecycle
  • Use the Felix Web Console for bundle management

Deploy Packages

Package Management
  • Create and deploy content packages using Package Manager
  • Configure package filters for content selection
  • Understand package dependencies and deployment ordering

Install AEM Instances

AEM Instance Setup
  • Install and configure AEM Author and Publish instances
  • Understand AEM run modes and deployment topologies
  • Differentiate between AEM on-premises and Cloud Service deployments
4

Maintenance and User Administration

12%

Manage User Access

User and Group Management
  • Manage users, groups, and their permissions in AEM
  • Configure Access Control Lists for content security
  • Understand permission inheritance and effective access rights

Modify OSGi Configurations

OSGi Configuration Management
  • Create and modify OSGi configurations via the Web Console and repository
  • Understand run mode-specific configuration resolution
  • Manage configuration files and their storage locations

Create Queries

Query Languages and Tools
  • Write queries using JCR-SQL2, XPath, and QueryBuilder API
  • Use query debugging tools to analyze and optimize queries
  • Understand Oak indexing and its impact on query performance

How do I earn this certification?

Passing AD0-E132 earns the Adobe Certified Professional - Experience Manager Technical Foundations certification. It sits in the Adobe Experience Manager track.

Current Level Exams
Next Level Options
Alternative Paths
  • AD0-E134 - AEM Sites Developer Professional More focused on Sites-specific development for those pursuing developer roles
  • AD0-E129 - AEM Assets Developer Professional Focused on DAM and asset management for digital asset-centric roles
  • AD0-E126 - AEM Business Practitioner Professional Non-technical business-focused certification for project managers and business analysts

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What's changed on this exam?

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  • ACTIVE
  • Last content update: 2024-08-05
Updates
  • AEM as a Cloud Service 2025.12.0 Cloud-specific features increasingly relevant; candidates should understand both on-premises and Cloud Service deployment models • Release date: 2025-12-11
  • AEM Core Components 2.x Core Components remain central to Implementation domain (42% of exam); proxy pattern and extension are key exam topics
  • AEM 6.5 6.5.24.0 AEM 6.5 Service Pack updates continue; exam may reference both 6.5 and Cloud Service concepts • Release date: 2025-09-01

Who should take this exam?

  • 0-12 months experience working with AEM Platform
  • Advanced component development ability
  • Deep understanding of the MVC framework
  • Awareness of frameworks and libraries in AEM
  • Basic understanding of web architecture
  • Familiarity with content management systems
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Common Questions

What is the Adobe AD0-E132 certification exam?
The AD0-E132 is the Adobe Experience Manager Technical Foundations Professional certification exam. It validates foundational knowledge of Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) technical concepts including content creation, implementation, deployment, and administration. It is designed for professionals with 0-12 months of AEM experience.
How much does the AD0-E132 exam cost?
The Adobe AD0-E132 exam costs $125 USD globally. For candidates in India, a discounted fee of $95 USD applies. The exam is delivered online through proctored environments using easyProctor software.
What is the passing score for the AD0-E132 exam?
To pass the AD0-E132 exam, candidates must correctly answer at least 38 out of 60 questions, which is a passing rate of approximately 63%. The exam has a 2-hour (120-minute) time limit.
Are there any prerequisites for the AD0-E132 certification?
There are no mandatory prerequisites for the AD0-E132 certification. However, Adobe recommends having 0-12 months of experience with the AEM Platform, advanced component development ability, and a deep understanding of the MVC framework and common AEM frameworks and libraries.
How do I renew my AD0-E132 certification?
Adobe AD0-E132 certification is valid for 2 years. Renewal is faster and simpler than ever -- most certifications can be renewed automatically for two years at no cost by passing two short renewal modules (about 15 minutes each). You can check your renewal status at certification.adobe.com.
What topics are covered on the AD0-E132 exam?
The AD0-E132 exam covers four main domains: Content Creation (33%), Implementation (42%), Setup and Deployment (13%), and Maintenance and User Administration (12%). Topics include managing content pages, replication, DAM, content fragments, editable templates, client libraries, CRXDE Lite, JCR structure, OSGi configurations, and user access management.
What careers can I pursue after passing the AD0-E132 exam?
After earning the AD0-E132 certification, you can pursue roles such as AEM Developer, AEM Architect, AEM Technical Consultant, Web Content Manager, AEM Implementation Specialist, Digital Experience Specialist, AEM Systems Administrator, or Content Management System Architect.
How long should I study for the AD0-E132 exam?
Preparation time varies by individual, but generally 6 to 8 weeks of dedicated study is sufficient for the AD0-E132 exam. Adobe provides free resources including the Adobe Experience Manager Foundations Course and the AD0-E132 Prep Guide available through the Adobe certification portal.
Is the AD0-E132 exam proctored online or at a test center?
The AD0-E132 exam is delivered online through a proctored environment. Candidates must use the easyProctor platform with Process Tracker software, have a functional camera and microphone, present a valid Photo ID, and share their entire screen during the exam. AI and human proctors monitor the session.
What is the difference between the AD0-E132 and other AEM certifications?
The AD0-E132 (Technical Foundations Professional) is the entry-level technical certification for AEM. It covers broad foundational concepts. Other AEM certifications are more specialized: AD0-E134 (Sites Developer Professional), AD0-E129 (Assets Developer Professional), and AD0-E127 (Back-end Developer Professional for Forms) focus on specific AEM capabilities. Expert-level certifications like AD0-E116 (Sites Developer Expert) require deeper technical expertise.

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