Category Archives: Microsoft
Take New Microsoft Azure and Office 365 Exams For FREE!
Microsoft has always been known for investing in its developer and IT professional community, but the opportunity to take Azure and Office 365 certification exams completely free of charge takes that commitment to an entirely new level. For professionals who have been putting off certification because of cost concerns, this initiative removes the single biggest… Read More »
The New Windows Is On Its Way: Have You Heard of Windows 10?
Microsoft’s announcement of Windows 10 came as a genuine surprise to many in the technology world, not because a new operating system was unexpected, but because of the version number itself. After Windows 8 and its subsequent update Windows 8.1, the logical expectation was that Microsoft would release Windows 9. Instead, the company skipped directly… Read More »
Microsoft Exams are Now Available at Pearson VUE
The relationship between Microsoft and Pearson VUE marked a significant moment in the history of technology certification delivery. When Microsoft made the decision to offer its full catalog of certification examinations through Pearson VUE testing centers, it represented a meaningful shift in how candidates could access, schedule, and complete Microsoft credential assessments. For the millions… Read More »
MCSA Office 365: Another Path to MCSE Communication, Messaging or SharePoint
Microsoft’s decision to create the MCSA Office 365 certification came from a clear recognition that the IT landscape was shifting rapidly toward cloud-based productivity solutions. As organizations around the world began migrating their communication, collaboration, and productivity workloads from on-premises servers to Microsoft’s cloud platform, the demand for professionals with validated cloud administration skills grew… Read More »
Just in: MCSE and MCSD Recertification News
Microsoft certification holders across the globe have been paying close attention to recent announcements surrounding the MCSE and MCSD credentials, and for good reason. These two certifications have represented some of the highest levels of technical achievement within the Microsoft ecosystem for many years, attracting IT professionals and developers who wanted to demonstrate advanced, specialized… Read More »
Microsoft Tech Ed North America has long been one of the most anticipated events in the enterprise technology calendar, bringing together developers, system administrators, IT professionals, and technology decision-makers for days of intensive learning, product demonstrations, and community engagement. The 2014 edition of this event delivered an exceptional range of educational content, and among the… Read More »
70-496, 70-497, 70-498 Exam Updates Coming
Microsoft’s decision to update the 70-496, 70-497, and 70-498 examinations came from a combination of factors that made refreshing the content both necessary and timely. The Visual Studio and Team Foundation Server ecosystem had evolved considerably since these exams were originally developed, with new features, updated workflows, and revised best practices emerging through successive product… Read More »
Don’t Miss 40% OFF Promo At Microsoft Press!
Few opportunities in the technology education and certification space generate as much genuine excitement among IT professionals and students as a significant discount on Microsoft Press publications. Microsoft Press has established itself over decades as one of the most authoritative and comprehensive sources of technical learning materials covering the full breadth of Microsoft’s technology portfolio,… Read More »
SQL Server 2014 Upgrade Exams… Upgraded!
Microsoft’s decision to refresh and upgrade the SQL Server 2014 certification examination pathway represents one of the most practically significant updates the database professional community has seen in recent years. Database administrators, developers, and business intelligence professionals who have been working toward SQL Server credentials or who already hold certifications on earlier versions of the… Read More »
FREE Training Opportunity With MS Live 3 Day Event: Building Apps for Windows Phone 8.1
Microsoft has historically been generous in making developer training resources available to the broader technical community, and one of the more compelling examples of this generosity came in the form of a free three-day live training event focused on building applications for Windows Phone 8.1. This event represented a significant opportunity for developers who wanted… Read More »
It’s Official: Microsoft Retires Dozens of Exams. We’ve Got The List.
Microsoft’s decision to retire dozens of examinations from its certification portfolio was not a spontaneous or arbitrary action but the result of careful analysis of technology adoption trends, product lifecycle timelines, and the evolving needs of the IT professional community. As Microsoft’s product portfolio shifted dramatically toward cloud-based services and subscription models, the relevance of… Read More »
FREE Training All Over The Web. Part 1: Microsoft Press eBooks
The pursuit of professional development in the technology industry has never been more accessible than it is today, and one of the most significant contributors to that accessibility is the availability of high-quality free training resources scattered across the internet. For IT professionals, developers, system administrators, and anyone else working within the Microsoft technology ecosystem,… Read More »
Microsoft MCSD Updates: 70-486 and 70-487
The Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSD) certification has long been a benchmark for developers who want to prove their skills in building modern applications. Among the certifications in this track, exams 70-486 and 70-487 hold a central place, covering web application development and data services using Microsoft technologies. As the tech landscape continues to shift,… Read More »
Microsoft 70-410 Exam: Windows Server 2012 R2 Updates
The Microsoft 70-410 exam, officially titled “Installing and Configuring Windows Server 2012,” is one of the foundational certifications for IT professionals working with Microsoft server infrastructure. It validates a candidate’s ability to install, configure, and manage Windows Server 2012 and Windows Server 2012 R2 environments. The exam serves as a core component of the MCSA:… Read More »
Many people who are comfortable with Microsoft Office tools often wonder whether their existing skills are enough or whether a formal certification would add meaningful value to their careers. If you can type quickly and put together a visually appealing PowerPoint presentation, you already have a head start compared to someone who has never opened… Read More »
