Best Practices | | Software engineers, development managers, and others. | Proven software engineering practices from leading industry practitioners. | Emphasis on methodology rather than on specific development tools. Pragmatic approaches to real-world challenges. | |
Professional Developer | | Intermediate- to advanced-level developers responsible for writing, debugging, testing, deploying, and maintaining code. | Core topics and essential techniques for professional developers. | Essential “working developer” reference. Broad coverage. Peer-to-peer approach. Practical coding insights. | |
Developer Step by Step | | Experienced programmers new to a particular technology, version, or topic. Not for beginners. | Hands-on, step-by-step guide to fundamental tools and techniques. | Learning methodology is sequential; lessons and chapters build on each other. Hands-on exercises with ready-made practice files. | |
Exam Ref | | IT professionals and developers preparing for Microsoft Certification exams. | Official Microsoft exam reference, focusing on the critical skills and knowledge measured by a certification exam. | Organized by exam objectives. Features full objective overviews, exam tips, notes, and "thought experiments." | |
Inside Out | | Intermediate to advanced users who want to dig deep and take their expertise to the next level. | Beyond-the-basics information that dives right into higher level topics and tasks. | Ultimate in-depth reference, supremely organized, and packed with time-saving solutions, troubleshooting tips, and expert advice. | |
MOS Study Guide | | Experienced users of Microsoft technologies preparing for MOS certification. | Provides in-depth prep for all MOS exam objectives. | Organized by exam objective, with procedures and hands-on tasks to reinforce and practice skills measured by the exam. | |
Plain & Simple | | Designed for those who prefer an easy, visual approach to learning everyday tasks. | Broad coverage of core topics and everyday tasks. | Full color, with easy-to-follow steps and screen shots that show users what to do. | |
Pocket Consultant | | General- to intermediate-level skills and experience. | Concise how-to and problem-solving information, with a focus on tasks, not concepts. | Portable, pocket-sized, and organized for quick reference. Features easy-scan tables, lists, and instructions to help you get the job done. | |
Step by Step | | Beginning and intermediate users who like to learn through lessons and exercises. | Practical, fundamental skills for core software features. | Tutorial. Builds hands-on skills, with easy, numbered steps and ready-made practice files. | |
Training Guide | | IT professionals and developers. | Comprehensive hands-on training to develop real-world, job-specific skills. | Builds hands-on expertise through a series of lessons, exercises, and suggested practices. Helps maximize performance on the job. Can be used to supplement certification exam preparation. | |