Training and Certification
from Microsoft
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in
the USA
for Programmers
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The industry
standard qualification status of programmers for
the Windows platform is Microsoft
Certified Professional. In this
section we present what is neccesary to aquire
such cretification for Microsoft Visual C++.
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Microsoft Certified Solution
Developers
are required to pass two
core
technology exams
and two
elective
exams
that provide a valid and reliable measure of
technical proficiency and expertise. The core technology
exams require candidates to prove their understanding of
Windows 32-bit architecture, OLE, UI design, and
Windows Open Services Architecture components. The
elective exams require proof of expertise with Microsoft
development tools. These exams are developed with the
input of professionals in the industry and reflect how
Microsoft products are used in organizations throughout
the world. The exams are administered by an independent
organization, Sylvan Prometric, at more than 1,200 Authorized Prometric
Testing Centers around the world. The requirements are
outlined in the following table.
Microsoft
Official Curriculum
The Microsoft Official Curriculum (MOC) consists of
courses that are designed by Microsoft product groups and
that support the certification exam process. MOC courses
are not required, but they can help you prepare for
exams.
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MCSD
Core Exams (2 required)
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Microsoft Official Curriculum related to exams
70-161 and 70-160:
Table of Contents
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MCSD
Elective Exams (2 required)
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Exam 70-024
Developing Applications with C++ Using
the Microsoft Foundation Class Library
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Preparation
Guide
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Microsoft Official Curriculum related to this
exam:
Exam 70-025
Implementing OLE in Microsoft
Foundation Class Library 4.0
Applications
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Preparation
Guide
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