Information for Developers

Access the best resources available to increase your knowledge and skill.

These learning solutions are designed to help you upgrade your skills to Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5.

If you are developing Microsoft Windows applications built on the .NET Framework, here are resources to take your skills to the next level.

If you are developing Web-based applications by using ASP.NET, expand your range of knowledge with these learning resources.

Demonstrate that you have the comprehensive skills required to build n-tier solutions that target both Web and client user experiences.

Evaluate and improve your technology skills, or get a comprehensive skills analysis of your organization.

Registration for the Second Shot offer has expired. However, if you registered for exam vouchers prior to May 31, 2008, you can still use the vouchers for a free second shot at any IT professional, developer, project manager, or Microsoft Dynamics certification exam through June 30, 2008.

Choose the courses that will help increase your .NET skills and knowledge in these areas: security, scalable data management, and debugging.

Learn about Visual Studio 2008 certifications, and review the roadmaps for Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) and Microsoft Certified Professional Developer (MCPD) certifications. Find out which certifications are right for you.

Check out security resources, including assessments, learning resources and references, and certification.

Get the latest information about the new generation of Microsoft developer certifications, designed to be directly relevant to the latest technologies and to your specific job role.

Microsoft Press offers a comprehensive line of books about developing applications by using Microsoft technologies.

Learn what is new on MSDN, and get business solutions and essential resources for .NET developers.

Watch free, interactive technical webcasts for developers. All presenters are Microsoft subject-matter experts.