Appian ACD101 Exam Questions

When a field name in an existing Custom Data Type (CDT) needs to be changed to match a renamed database field, and the Automatically Update Database Schema option is disabled, the correct approach is to rename the field in the CDT within Appian. After renaming the field in the CDT to match the new database column name (from BIRTHDATE to DATE_OF_BIRTH in this case), you should verify the changes and publish the data store to reflect the updates. This approach ensures that the Appian data model remains in sync with the underlying database schema. Reference: Appian Documentation - Data Types and Data Stores

To achieve the behavior where users see only 'active' vehicle records by default but can also view all records when needed, you should configure a user filter for the status field on the Vehicle record list. This user filter should have a default value set to 'active', which will filter the list to only show active records initially. However, users will still have the option to adjust the filter to see all records, thus accommodating occasional auditing requests. Reference: Appian Documentation - Record List Filters and User Filters

Data sync enables additional features for record types in Appian. With data sync enabled, you can define relationships between different record types, add fields to a record type that do not appear in the source database (hidden fields), and configure record-level security to control access to individual records based on user roles or other criteria. These features are part of the enhanced functionality provided by data sync to ensure efficient data management and security within Appian applications. Reference: Appian Documentation - Record Type Features and Data Sync

For a pizza ordering form where you do not want the radio button selection labels to be truncated, the Stacked layout is the most appropriate. This layout will list the options vertically, giving each one adequate space and preventing truncation, which is particularly useful when the labels include longer text, such as a list of toppings. Reference: Appian Documentation - Interface Components

In Appian, to navigate from a record summary to an external URL, you can use a Button component configured with a 'Link' action. This approach allows you to define a URL that the button will navigate to when clicked. The Button component offers flexibility in terms of design and functionality, making it suitable for such navigation purposes within Appian interfaces. You can specify the URL directly in the Button's properties, allowing for dynamic link generation based on record data if needed. Reference:

Appian Documentation: Designing Interfaces (This section provides comprehensive details on using various interface components, including buttons, to achieve specific user interaction goals within Appian.)

Appian Documentation: Buttons (This page specifically focuses on the Button component, detailing its properties, usage, and how to configure it for different actions, including navigating to an external URL.)