Get started
To start building applications with ArcGIS REST JS and ArcGIS services you need an ArcGIS account. If you have an ArcGIS Developer account or ArcGIS Online account, follow the steps below to authenticate with an API key.
1. Sign in with your ArcGIS account
2. Get an access token
Use an API key or OAuth 2.0 access token from your developer dashboard. Learn more in Security and authentication.
3. Create your first app
Use ArcGIS REST JS and make a geocoding request to the geocoding service.
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4. Explore the tutorials
Follow step-by-step tutorials to learn more about how to integrate ArcGIS REST JS with other location services.
Get layer metadata
Search for an address
Find a route and directions
5. Deploy your application
Learn about general guidelines and the Terms of use before distributing your application.