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Current Version: ArcGIS Maps SDK for JavaScript Associate 2026 – In Development
The 2026 exam version is a foundation level exam. The GIS Fundamentals exam is designed for candidates with 150 hours of GIS coursework or 3-6 months of GIS workplace experience.
- Exam Details Page in Esri Academy (Access exam learning plan, buy exam vouchers)
- Exam Information Guide (EIG) in Esri Community (view detailed exam information, access exam preparation resources)
- Exam State: In Development – available to public 20 November 2026
- Exam Level: Associate
- Exam Version: 2026
- Number of Questions: 75
- Exam Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
- Exam Digital Badge: ArcGIS Maps SDK for JavaScript Associate 2026 (Learn more about Esri digital badges here)
Previous Version: ArcGIS Maps SDK for JavaScript Associate 2024
The 2024 exam version is a foundation level exam. The GIS Fundamentals exam is designed for candidates with 150 hours of GIS coursework or 3-6 months of GIS workplace experience.
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