MCPD Self-Paced Training Kit (Exams 70-536, 70-528, 70-547): Microsoft .NET Framework Web Developer Core Requirements |  | Authors: Tony Northrup, Shawn Wildermuth, Glenn Johnson, Brian C. Lanham
Publisher: Microsoft Press
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ISBN: 0735623767
Dewey Decimal Number: 005.2768
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Publication Date: March 28, 2007
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Get in-depth training and practice with the skills measured by the core exams for Microsoft Certified Professional Developer: Web Developer certification--all in one box! Covering Exams 70-536, 70-528, and 70-547, these three training kits include exam prep and practice tests to help you maximize your performance. You get official Microsoft study guides, plus practice tests on CD to help you assess your skills. They come packed with the tools and features that exam candidates want most--including in-depth, self-paced training based on final exam content; rigorous, objective-by-objective review; exam tips from expert, exam-certified authors; and customizable testing options. They also provide labs and exercises for skills and expertise you can apply to the job. Work at your own pace through the lessons and hands-on exercises. Focusing on designing and developing Web-based applications, these official study guides cover topics such as Microsoft .NET Framework fundamentals; creating, configuring, deploying, and supporting applications; designing and developing the user interface; threading, instrumentation, and reflection; using Microsoft ASP.NET state management; and authentication, authorization, and user security. Then assess yourself by using more than 900 practice and review questions on the CD, featuring multiple, customizable testing options to meet your specific needs. Choose timed or untimed testing mode, generate random tests, or focus on discrete objectives or chapters. You get detailed explanations for right and wrong answers--including pointers back to the book for further study. You also get a 90-day evaluation version of Microsoft Visual Studio 2005 Professional and an exam discount voucher--making this kit an exceptional value and a great career investment.
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 Accomplishes Its Goal May 23, 2009
J. Gardner (South Florida)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Let me first say I have given this book a 5 star review because, in spite of its slightly detractive reception, it does what its meant to do and that is prepare you for the 3 exams that lead to an MCPD Web Developer designation.
If you are buying this book to prepare for, and pass, the MCPD exams (3) for web development, then you will not be let down. I have just completed the first of the three exams and passed with no problems at all.
How it helped me as a new developer:
Being a relatively new developer (2 years), I found the 70-536 book to be a great resource as I stumbled through my first .NET applications. When faced with challenges before I had read the book I would google around for answers not knowing what exactly I was looking for. After I had read through the entire book just once my searching was significantly shortened as I would recall reading about x or y in the book and would pull up the ebook and browse my way to the topic I needed. I could then use the code samples as a 'framework' for how to structure my code to accomplish what I wanted.
How I used this material to pass the first exam:
I read the book once and then began taking the practice exams until I was consistently scoring 80 - 90%. At that point, make note of which questions you're still getting wrong and review that section in the book or print out just the answers to those questions and study them. Then, go back and take the practice tests and see how your score improves.
Summary:
If you're not an expert in .NET development already, you stand to learn plenty from this book set. You also have all the material you need to take and pass the exams so long as you study hard and take the practice tests.
The book does have its faults. Typos and such. But, the books are designed to prepare you to pass the exams, not make your spell checker happy.
Besides, I felt a little proud on more than one occasion when I looked at something that was incorrect in a code segment and knew immediately that it was wrong (and how to correct it). When you make those sort of observations, you're making progress.
Anyway, aside from the above mentioned draw back, the material is pretty solid and gets the job done. The typos and such certainly do not take away from the books ability to deliver. You'll see other reviewers who've left poor ratings say the same.
I highly recommend this set for anyone looking to progress in their career, take and pass the exams addressed by this set, and learn more about the .NET Framework along the way.
There are other materials available out there if you prefer it. Just look for study materials for the individual exams, not the full MCPD collection.
Regardless of how you proceed, good luck.
Very happy with the book February 18, 2009
Zhao Li Doyle
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
I'm very happy with the condition of the book and fast delivery.
Thank you!
 Not good certification books November 11, 2008
Charles Crosby (Watertown, MA USA)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I bought the 3 pack of books. I knew each book inside and out, could ace their practice exams. These are NOT good certification books. Most of the questions on the exam are not covered in these books. Maybe it is deliberate that Microsoft wants experience to be how you know the answers because you certainly will be ill prepared if you rely on the contents of these Microsoft Press books to test how prepared you are. I did pass 528 and 536 and I'd say maybe 5 or 6 questions between the two books were related to the reading material and the rest were just things I already knew. The 528 book was probably the best of the 3 with 537 being pretty weak and 547 being horribly inadequate.
This books are very good. October 22, 2008
Leandro S. Araujo (Rio de Janeiro. Brazil)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
I am very glad with this books. They will be very importants to my study.
I would like to thank to amazon by delivery that was perfect.
i wrote a litle review because i speak english but not very well. but i'm really very glad with tihs books.
 Great books,,, Poor shipping October 12, 2008
Rico Cheung (Australia)
These books are great ! with the books themselves, i don't think I would say much about them, coz other reviews already cover most of my opinion.
but i have to say the SHIPPING and handling from Amazon this time is very POOR! when I received these books, one of the book (70-547) was throughly Wet, moldy and Bended. tried to contact Amazon, but no reply....
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