Microsoft MCSD Certification
The Microsoft MCSD certification stands for Microsoft Certified Solution Developer, and is a part of Microsoft .NET certification. This certification is not for entry-level software people or those who are not informational technology professionals, but is instead for people who already have a good amount of experience in software development.
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Software Used
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The MCSD certification applies to people working with Microsoft .NET Framework 1.0 and .NET Framework 1.1 with the aim of creating programs for business use. This is not a certification for those working with Visual Studio technologies or .NET Framework 2.0 or 3.5.
Previous Experience
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If you have been in a leadership role for at least two years as a software engineer, software development engineer, software architect or consultant, you are qualified for the certification. This means you need to have already been developing business solution technologies.
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Earning the Certification
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You need to complete five exams to be conferred the MCSD title. One exam is selected from each of the following areas: Web applications development, Windows application development, Web services and server components and solution architecture. You can also choose one elective exam.
Reasons to Get Certified
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A certification credential is something to add to your resume, and can help you get noticed by future employers. You can also gain skills as you prepare for your exams. Also, after you pass your certification, you will have access to Microsoft tools that are only for Microsoft Certified Professionals.
Similar Certifications
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If you are instead looking for certifications applying to your knowledge of Visual Studio 2005 and 2008, or .NET Framework 2.0 and 3.5, you should instead look into Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist or Microsoft Certified Professional Developer.
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