[Overview] [Benefits] [Requirements]
Overview: The Microsoft Certified Solution Developer (MCSD) credential is premier certification for advanced developers who design and develop leading-edge enterprise solutions, using Microsoft development tools and technologies. It is one of the most widely recognized technical certifications in the industry. By earning the premier MCSD credential, individuals demonstrate that they have the skills necessary to lead organizations in the successful design, implementation, and administration of business solutions with Microsoft products. An MCSD candidate should have two years of experience developing and maintaining solutions and applications. MCSD candidates are required to pass four core exams and one elective exam.
The MCSD certification is appropriate for:
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Software Engineers
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Software Applications Engineers
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Software Developers
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Technical Consultants
Candidates for this certification should have substantial knowledge of the functionality of both Microsoft Office and Microsoft BackOffice® applications, as well as at least two years of experience in the following areas:
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Analyzing customer needs and creating requirement specification documents for client/server solutions in multiple business domains.
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Producing process modeling, data modeling, component design, and user interface design.
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Designing, developing, and implementing a client/server solution.
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Integrating new systems and applications into legacy environments.
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Developing Microsoft® Windows–based and Web applications.
Benefits: Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSDs) for Microsoft .NET will receive the following benefits:
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Industry recognition of your knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft products and technologies.
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Rebates or discounts on a one-year subscription to MSDN during the first year of certification.
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Access to exclusive discounts on products and services from selected companies. Some offers are available only to MCSEs, MCDBAs, and MCSDs. Access these benefits by visiting the MCP Member Site
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Access to technical and product information direct from Microsoft through the MCP Member Site.
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An MCSD logo, certificate, wallet card, and lapel pin to identify you as an MCP to colleagues or clients. Electronic files of logos and transcripts may be downloaded from the MCP Member Site upon certification.
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Invitations to Microsoft conferences, technical training sessions, and special events.
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Free access to Microsoft Certified Professional Magazine Online, a career and professional development magazine. (All MCPs may access the online magazine’s security-enhanced content. Some MCPs may also be eligible to receive the print version of the magazine free; the magazine determines eligibility.)