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What is the language used for scriptingin ServiceNow?

The correct answer is A. JavaScript. The primary language used for scripting and customizing functionalities within the ServiceNow platform is JavaScript.

Submitted by takeshi77· Apr 18, 2026Introduction to Development

Question

What is the language used for scriptingin ServiceNow?

Options

  • AJavaScript
  • BC++
  • CPHP
  • DPython

How the community answered

(54 responses)
  • A
    93% (50)
  • B
    4% (2)
  • C
    2% (1)
  • D
    2% (1)

Why each option

The primary language used for scripting and customizing functionalities within the ServiceNow platform is JavaScript.

AJavaScriptCorrect

JavaScript is the fundamental scripting language utilized across the ServiceNow platform for both client-side and server-side scripting, enabling extensive customization and automation of platform features. Developers use JavaScript for various components like Business Rules, Client Scripts, UI Actions, and more to extend ServiceNow's capabilities.

BC++

C++ is a powerful, general-purpose programming language but is not the scripting language used directly within the ServiceNow platform for customizations.

CPHP

PHP is a server-side scripting language primarily used for web development and is not the native scripting language for ServiceNow.

DPython

Python is a popular high-level programming language but is not the native scripting language used for developing or customizing applications within ServiceNow.

Concept tested: ServiceNow Scripting Language

Source: https://docs.servicenow.com/bundle/utah-now-platform/page/script/server-scripting/concept/c_ScriptingInServiceNow.html

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#Scripting language#ServiceNow scripting#JavaScript

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