FileMaker FM0-303 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Claris (formerly FileMaker, Inc.) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Developer Essentials for FileMaker 9 |
| Exam Number: | FM0-303 |
| Passing Score: | Not officially published; approx. 70% based on historical data |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Real Exam Qty: | 60-65 |
| Related Certifications: | FM0-304 Developer Essentials for FileMaker 10 FM0-305 Developer Essentials for FileMaker 11 FM0-306 Developer Essentials for FileMaker 12 |
| Exam Price: | Approx. $150-$180 USD (varies by region) |
| Certificate Validity Period: | Lifetime (no formal expiration; considered legacy certification) |
| Exam Duration: | 110 minutes |
| Exam Format: | Multiple Response, Multiple Choice |
| Recommended Training: | FileMaker Training & Resources FileMaker 9 Documentation |
| Exam Registration: | Claris Certification Page Pearson VUE Registration |
| Sample Questions: | FileMaker FM0-303 Sample Questions |
| Exam Way: | Proctored exam at authorized Pearson VUE test centers or online proctoring |
| Pre Condition: | Basic working experience with FileMaker Pro 9 recommended; no mandatory prerequisites |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.claris.com/certification/ |
FileMaker FM0-303 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: Scripting and Automation | 20% | - Variables, parameters, and error handling - Script creation, steps, and triggers - Navigation, data manipulation, and import/export |
| Topic 2: Deployment and Integration | 5% | - Basic integration and external data access - FileMaker Pro/Server basics |
| Topic 3: Calculations and Functions | 20% | - Syntax and operators - Calculation fields and unstored calculations - Text, number, date, time, and aggregate functions |
| Topic 4: Layout Design | 20% | - Placement and formatting of fields, objects, and portals - List, form, table, and report layouts - Layout modes, themes, and parts |
| Topic 5: Security and Sharing | 10% | - Privilege sets, accounts, and authentication - File access, sharing, and multi-user considerations |
| Topic 6: Database Design | 25% | - Defining tables, fields, and relationships - Relational model and referential integrity - Data types, validation rules, and indexing |
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