FileMaker FM0-305 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | FileMaker (now Claris International Inc.) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Developer Essentials for FileMaker 11 |
| Exam Number: | FM0-305 |
| Exam Price: | $150–$200 USD |
| Exam Format: | Multiple Select, Multiple Choice |
| Exam Duration: | 90 minutes |
| Passing Score: | 75% |
| Related Certifications: | FileMaker Certified Developer (other versions) |
| Real Exam Qty: | 110–115 |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 2 years |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Recommended Training: | FileMaker Official Training (archive) |
| Exam Registration: | Original testing provider (retired) |
| Sample Questions: | FileMaker FM0-305 Sample Questions |
| Exam Way: | Computer-based testing at authorized centers (Pearson VUE / Prometric); retired and no longer available for registration |
| Pre Condition: | No formal prerequisites; recommended 6+ months hands-on FileMaker 11 development experience |
FileMaker FM0-305 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: Calculations and Functions | 20% | - Built-in functions and custom functions - Formula syntax and operators - Validation and auto-enter calculations - Aggregate and logical calculations |
| Topic 2: Deployment & Integration | 10% | - External data sources and imports - FileMaker Server basics - Sharing and publishing databases |
| Topic 3: Security & Access Control | 10% | - File protection and encryption - Accounts and privilege sets - Access restrictions and record-level security |
| Topic 4: Layout Design & Interface | 15% | - Portals, tab controls, and panels - Formatting and conditional formatting - Reports and summary layouts - Layout modes and parts |
| Topic 5: Database Design | 20% | - File structure and storage options - Data modeling and normalization - Relationships and graph configuration - Tables, fields, and data types |
| Topic 6: Scripting and Automation | 25% | - Script parameters and variables - Script steps and control flow - Script creation and triggering - Error handling and debugging |
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