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Exam Information
Official specifications published by Blue Prism
Exam Format
75 min
60
70%
Professional
Registration
$150 USD
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English, Japanese, Spanish, Simplified Chinese
Available during registration on Certiverse
Validity
No expiration
No recertification required; Recommended to pursue Professional Developer Certification when available
DEV01 Exam Topics and Domains
DEV01 is organized into 4 weighted domains. Expect to work with Process Studio, Object Studio, Control Room, Application Modeller, and more.
1
Object Development
35%
Object Design and Standards
Standard Action TypesObject Organization
- Create and organize objects following Blue Prism standards
- Apply consistent labeling and naming conventions
- Design reusable object components
Application Modeller
Application Modeller ElementsSpy Modes
- Master Application Modeller for different application types
- Select appropriate spy modes for various technologies
- Configure element attributes for reliable identification
Wait Stages
Wait Stage Configuration
- Implement effective wait strategies
- Configure timeouts appropriately
- Optimize process performance with intelligent waits
2
Process Development
35%
Process Templates and Structure
Process Templates
- Apply process templates effectively
- Maintain consistent process structure
- Customize templates for specific requirements
Work Queue Management
Work Queue ConstructionWork Queue Actions
- Design effective work queue structures
- Implement proper item handling
- Manage queue exceptions and retries
Security and Variables
Credential ManagerEnvironment Variables
- Implement secure credential management
- Configure environment-specific settings
- Apply security best practices
Process Logic and Control
ReusabilityFlow ControlData Management
- Design reusable process components
- Implement complex business logic
- Manage data effectively throughout processes
Exception Handling and Control
Exception HandlingLoop ControlProcess ControlEnvironment Locks
- Implement robust exception handling
- Design efficient loop structures
- Manage process control and locks effectively
Skills and Utilities
Pre-built SkillsProcess Utilities
- Leverage pre-built components effectively
- Apply utility objects appropriately
- Integrate skills into processes
3
Process Implementation
20%
Testing and Debugging
Testing Actions and ProcessesDebugging Techniques
- Execute comprehensive testing strategies
- Apply effective debugging techniques
- Identify and resolve process errors
Control Room Operations
Process ExecutionStage Logging
- Execute processes in Control Room
- Configure appropriate logging
- Monitor and troubleshoot production processes
Scheduling and Deployment
Scheduler ConfigurationRelease Management
- Configure production schedules
- Create deployment packages
- Manage release processes
4
Best Practice
10%
Development Standards
Best Practice PrinciplesDocumentation Standards
- Apply Blue Prism best practices consistently
- Create comprehensive documentation
- Follow development standards
How do I earn this certification?
Passing DEV01 earns the Blue Prism Accredited Developer certification. It sits in the Blue Prism RPA Developer track.
Current Level Exams
Next Level Options
- Professional Developer - SS&C | Blue Prism Professional Developer Will combine advanced developer skills with solution design content
- ASD01 - Solution DesignerAvailable until July 31, 2025 (being retired)
Alternative Paths
- ROM2 - ROM™2 Professional Strategic automation program management
- CHORUS - Chorus Foundation Cloud-native automation platform skills
- TAP01 - Technical ArchitectInfrastructure and architecture focus
- APD01 - Process Developer Specialized process development skills
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How to study for this exam?
Use the official PlanetCert Practice Test alongside the study plan below to prepare efficiently for DEV01.
What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2025-09
- Announcement date: 2024-12-01
Updates
- Blue Prism v7.3 7.3 New features likely in Professional Developer exam • Release date: 2024-10-01
- Chorus Platform 1.0 Separate certification track established • Release date: 2024-09-01
- Intelligent Automation Skills 2024 Release Import and use of pre-built skills covered in exam • Release date: 2024-07-01
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by Junior Developer and Developer.
- SS&C | Blue Prism Developer Learning Plan completion
- Three months hands-on automation development experience
- SS&C | Blue Prism Associate Developer Certification (for beginners)