Acquia Developer (D10) exam-day guide
Acquia Developer (D10) · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Valid government-issued photo ID
Bring the exact ID name matching your registration. If testing remotely, confirm the provider's ID and identity-verification requirements in advance.
Exam appointment confirmation and login details
Know your testing-provider account credentials, appointment time (including time zone), and any access code. Confirm the provider's check-in process beforehand.
Reliable computer and stable internet (remote testing)
Run the provider's system/preflight check ahead of time. Confirm supported browser, webcam, microphone, and whether a wired connection is recommended. Verify equipment rules with the provider.
Quiet, private, well-lit room
Remote proctoring typically requires a closed room with no other people and a clear desk. Confirm the provider's environment rules and whether a room scan is required.
Acceptable workspace and permitted materials
Remove notes, phones, and extra devices unless explicitly allowed. Confirm whether scratch paper, pen, or a whiteboard are permitted and how they must be handled.
Review the exam guide / objectives one final time
Skim the official Acquia certification exam objectives to refresh topic areas (Drupal site building, theming, modules, configuration, security, performance). Do not cram new material.
Know the time limit and question format
Confirm the number of questions, time limit, and passing score with the provider. Plan a pacing target (e.g., approximate minutes per question).
Confirm break and restroom policy
Break rules vary by provider and delivery mode. Confirm in advance whether breaks are allowed and whether the clock stops.
Test your environment the day before
Log in to the provider platform, verify audio/video, and note the check-in start time. Confirm any software that must be installed or closed.
Plan arrival / check-in buffer
Arrive or log in early to allow identity verification and system checks. Confirm the provider's late-arrival and grace-period policy.
Water and a comfortable setup
Stay hydrated and minimize distractions. Confirm whether drinks are allowed in the testing environment.
Backup plan for technical issues
Know the provider's support contact for technical problems during the exam and their policy on incidents affecting your attempt.
Plan the day
Review the official exam objectives and your weakest areas. Do hands-on practice in a Drupal 10 environment (site building, configuration management, theming, custom modules). Avoid learning brand-new topics; consolidate what you know.
Run the provider's system/preflight check, confirm appointment details and time zone, and gather your ID and workspace requirements. Read the provider's candidate handbook.
Light review only: skim key concepts and command/config workflows. Prepare your desk and room, charge devices, and confirm internet. Get a full night's sleep. Do not attempt intensive cramming.
Eat, hydrate, and arrive/log in early per the provider's check-in window. Close unnecessary applications, silence devices, and clear your workspace. Have your ID ready.
Read each question carefully and watch the clock. Answer confidently known items first and flag uncertain ones to revisit if the platform allows. Manage time so you can review flagged questions before the end.
If a technical issue occurs, stay calm and contact the proctor/support per the provider's instructions; note what happened in case you need to report it afterward.
Confirm with the provider how and when results are delivered, and keep your confirmation/score report for your records.
Rules to check
Present valid government-issued photo ID matching your registration; confirm the provider's exact ID and identity-verification requirements in advance.
Follow all proctor instructions and the provider's candidate agreement; prohibited behavior can lead to score cancellation. Confirm specifics with the provider.
Keep your testing environment private and clear of unauthorized materials, devices, and other people unless the provider explicitly permits them.
Do not communicate with others, use unauthorized tools, or attempt to capture exam content; treat all exam material as confidential.
Confirm the break and restroom policy with the provider before test day, as rules differ by delivery mode.
Confirm the scoring method, passing score, and result-delivery timeline with the provider; do not assume a specific policy.
If you experience a technical disruption, notify the proctor/support immediately and follow the provider's incident-reporting process.
Arrive or check in within the provider's stated window; confirm late-arrival and rescheduling policies beforehand.