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Microsoft - MCPD Windows Developer Certification

A Firebrand Training
9
Day Course

Microsoft MCPD Windows Developer Certification - Overview

If you are developing .NET Framework 2.0 applications that use Microsoft Visual Studio 2005 the Microsoft Certified Professional Developer (MCPD) Windows Application credential highlights your job role, featuring your specific area of expertise. Now you can easily distinguish yourself as an expert in Windows development.

As a Professional Developer in Windows Development you will have the skills necessary to build rich client applications that target the Windows Forms platform using the Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0.

Our nine day (9) Microsoft Certified Professional Developer (MCPD) Accelerated Course:

  • Allows you to achieve your certifications in a fraction of the time of 'traditional training' while delivering industry-leading exam passing percentages
  • Helps students grasp complex technical concepts more easily by identifying and catering to individual student learning styles through a mixed visual, auditory and kinaesthetic-tactual delivery system
  • Enhances retention by employing accelerated learning techniques focused on committing information to long-term memory

Microsoft MCPD Windows Developer Certification - Benefits

Other accelerated training providers rely heavily on lecture and independent self-testing and study.

Effective technical instruction must be highly varied and interactive to keep attention levels high, promote camaraderie and teamwork between the students and instructor, and solidify knowledge through hands-on learning.

Firebrand Training provides instruction to meet every learning need, including

  • Intensive group instruction
  • One-on-one instruction attention
  • Hands-on labs
  • Lab partner and group exercises
  • Question and answer drills
  • Independent study

This information has been provided as a helpful tool for candidates considering certification. Benefits of certification determined through studies do not guarantee any particular personal successes. Firebrand Training provides a guarantee of obtaining certification at the camp, but does not make any guarantees about personal successes or benefits of obtaining certification.

Microsoft MCPD Windows Developer Certification - Curriculum

Foundation

  • Framework Fundamentals
  • Input/Output
  • Searching, Modifying, and Encoding Text
  • Collections and Generics
  • Serialization

Foundation Continued

  • Graphics
  • Threading
  • Application Domains and Services
  • Installing and Configuring Applications
  • Instrumentation

Foundation Continued

  • Application Security
  • User and Data Security
  • Interoperation
  • Reflection
  • Mail
  • Globalization

Foundation Exam

  • Study and Foundation Exam

Windows Development 2.0

  • Windows Forms and the User Interface
  • Configuring Controls and Creating the User Interface
  • Advanced Windows Forms Controls

Windows Development 2.0 Continued

  • Tool Strips, Menus, and Events
  • Configuring Connections and Connecting to Data
  • Working with Data in a Connected Environment
  • Create, Add, Delete, and Edit Data in a Disconnected Environment
  • Implementing Data-Bound Controls
  • Working with XML
  • Printing in Windows Forms

Windows Development 2.0 Continued

  • Advanced Topics in Windows Forms
  • Enhancing Usability
  • Asynchronous Programming Techniques
  • Creating Windows Forms Controls
  • Deployment

Windows Development 2.0 Exam

  • Study and Windows 2.0 Exam
  • End of MCTS Windows 2.0

Windows MCPD

  • Application Requirements and Design
  • Decompose Specifications for Developers
  • Design Evaluation
  • Define a Common User Interface Layout
  • Validation and User Feedback
  • Component Design
  • Component Development
  • Instrumenting Your Application
  • Building Components
  • Handling Exceptions

Windows MCPD Continued & Exam

  • Application Configuration
  • Define and Evaluate a Testing Strategy
  • Creating Development Tests
  • Deploying an Application
  • Supporting an Application
  • Multimedia in Windows Applications
  • Study and MCPD exam
  • End of MCPD Windows

Microsoft MCPD Windows Developer Certification - Exam Track

During the MCPD Windows Applications accelerated course students will take the following exams:

  • Exam 70-536: TS: Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 - Application Development Foundation
  • Exam 70-526: TS: Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 - Windows-Based Client Development
  • Exam 70-548: PRO: Designing and Developing Windows Applications by Using the Microsoft .NET Framework

Firebrand Training curriculum and testing schedule ensure that you will attain your MCPD certifications during the course.

Microsoft MCPD Windows Developer Certification - What's Included

Firebrand Training offers top-quality technical education and certification training in an all-inclusive course package specifically designed for the needs and ease of our students. We attend to every detail so our students can focus solely on their studies and certification goals.

Our Certification Programs includes

  • Intensive Hands-on Training Utilising our (Lecture | Lab | Review)TM Delivery
  • Comprehensive Study Materials, Program Courseware and Self-Testing Software
  • Fully instructor-led program with 24 hour lab access
  • Examination vouchers *
  • On site testing **
  • Accommodation, All Meals, Beverages, and Snacks
  • Transportation to/from designated local railway stations
  • Examination Passing Policy

Please note

  • *  Exam vouchers for our (ISC)2 certifications need to be purchased directly from (ISC)2
  • ** On site testing is not included in our ISACA, or ITIL Managers and Revision Certifications

Our instructors teach to accommodate every student's learning needs through individualised instruction, hands-on labs, lab partner and group exercises, independent study, self-testing, and question/answer drills.

Firebrand Training has dedicated, well-equipped educational facilities where you will attend instruction and labs and have access to comfortable study and lounging rooms. Our students consistently say our facilities are second-to-none.

Examination Passing Policy

Should a student complete a Firebrand Training Program without having successfully passed all vendor examinations, the student may re-attend that program for a period of one year.  Students will only be responsible for accommodations and vendor exam fees.

Microsoft MCPD Windows Developer Certification - Prerequisites

Candidates for this MCPD certification work on a team in a medium or large development environment that uses Microsoft Visual Studio .NET 2003 Enterprise Developer or Visual Studio 2005. Candidates should have at least two years of experience developing Microsoft Windows-based applications by using the Microsoft .NET Framework. Candidates should have a working knowledge of Visual Studio 2005.

Candidates should have at least three to four years of on-the-job experience dedicated to Windows-based application development.

Firebrand Training staff interview all potential students regarding their technical background, degrees and certifications held, and personal fortitude. This screening process ensures a successful match between the customer and Firebrand Training toward accelerated training and certification.

Firebrand Training is an aggressive training environment. You must have an attitude aimed for success. The above prerequisites are guidelines, but many students with less experience have other background or traits that have enabled their success in accelerated training through Firebrand Training.

MCPD Windows Developer Certification Testimonials

"Totally met my expectations."
C.A., NATS Ltd.

"I found the co-location of accomodation and training environment particularly helpful as it allowed maximised utilisation of the facilities and trainer."
Christopher Frost, Airbus UK.

"Accelerated learning at Firebrand Training was a like a baptism of Fire"
David Wakeman,

"The week was very intensive but provided me with enough knowledge of Dynamics CRM 4.0 to enable me to do my job more effectively."
Tom McArdle, Calyx Software Ltd. (Ireland).

"Good all round instruction, good facilities and exceptional food."
Carl Kendell, Kendell-consulting ltd.

"It was a great experience. Great class. Great trainer. The course opened new doors to explore and acquire experience in project management. The venue was excellent, their staff were great."
Joseph Minja, British Council.

"What sets Firebrand apart is the caliber of the instructors, full stop!"
Stephen Joy, Peavey Electronics LTD.

"Firebrand Training is one of the most excellent institute, as it takes you to different world where you can find comfortable environment for useful studying and preparing for exams. Moreover, everyone in Firebrand is working for you (i.e instructor, bus driver, staff, chef)."
Naif Al-Dossary, SABIC.

"MCPD certification in 2 weeks... a lot of hard work but it is amazing, the amount you can learn in a short time. It is due to the excellent location and facilities but mainly our instructor. He is an excellent instructor who really knows his subject inside out."
Andrew McGibbon, ITP Solutions.

"The telesales guy was good - I was somewhat nervous because that was my money ... could have done the course for half the price in london 9-5. But telesales plus recommend made me. I had absolutely no doubt by the end of the first day that this was not only an excellent course and training establishment but that the course was really practical. I can not wait to use this ... need to get a job and would affect my choice of job. "
Dathan Burden, Job hunting.

"Attended with a rudementary understanding of Sharepoint and left feeling confident that I could implement a suitable business solution for my organisation."
Craig Law, MOD.

"A really great place to learn. Beautiful surroundings, great food, and truely world-class experienced and qualified trainers. On top of that - fantastic facilities for you to get stuck in and learn without distractions. You do have to work hard, but theres plenty of support to help you do it. I will definitely look to Firebrand Training when I feel it is time for my next IT qualifications."
James Wells, WebCertain Europe Limited.

"The dark art of computing made understandable. Take the blue pill!"
JJ, Freelance.

"This is a professional and well delivered course. However do not consider such a condensed course if you are either inexperienced in the IT field or you are unprepared! The Comptia certification is not a soft or easy option for the inexperienced! Prepare to work very hard for very long hours and you may be rewarded for your efforts."
Simon Chandler, DJO UK Ltd.

"Without a doubt, the 3 day residential gave me the opportunity to focus on the subject and to understand how the exam process works. "
John Adegoke, GroupM.

"An ideal environment for intensive and focused professional education/training. "
Prince Ankrah, BT.

"Exam focused training, well prepared and presented, by knowledgeable fully qualified instructors in an environment that encourages learning and self development."
AS, Dealogic.

"The training is tough and hard hitting, with very little time for anything else. But if you are preared to put in the Time and effort for the course, you will see the results."
Steve Harley, KBR.

"While this course was not what I would call a bootcamp, it was informative, detailed and thoroughly absorbing. "
Marc Rogers, Vodafone.

"Without a doubt a very intense 2 weeks. The ethos at the start of the course was you will get out of it what you put in and that is certainly true! The instructor was exceptional at delivering material, and giving us appropriate time for breaks and one to one where it was needed. Better than I ever expected!"
C.H., Azetch IT Solutions.

"Good focused training."
Jason Bond, Land Securities.

"Accelerated learning is not for everyone but the teaching methods are unmatched. The food is great, the rooms are functional and all staff are very helpful and friendly."
Stephen Brown, CGI UK Ltd.

"Being able to be residential means I was able to focus on what I was doing - no housework, no childminding, no crisis!"
Sylvia Yates, Thurrock Council.

"Hard Work with the hours but covered a large range of subjects in depth. Although I have used SQL for many years we covered lots of areas I have never used."
Andy Wallace, SoftBrands.

"i thoroughly recommend Firebrand Training whether for taking exams or furthering your knowledge - the staff are extremely knowledgeable and caring - the facilities are great and the overall experience is a very positive and encouraging one - recommended to all without a doubt."
Amonn al-Mahrouq, A.N.A Publishing Limited.

"Concise, exactly as it says on the tin - highly recommended. "
David Olden, Self.

"The course was very hard going but very good. The centre, all the staff and the food were all excellent. The only thing that I would advise is that you have a very good understanding of computers and IT before you come. This was a complete career change for me and I had very little computing knowledge when I started, unlike everyone else on the course, but I worked hard and manged to get my first IT qualification. So it can be done. Would definitley recommend Firebrand Training. "
MP, un-employed.

"Although very intensive and you should expect no less, Firebrand Training delivers first class training in a comfortable enviroment for you to produce first class results. "
Mark Taylor, The Ryes School Ltd.

"The tutor was superb and I would highly recommend him to others. Do not underestimate how hard you will have to work though. 14 hours a day is realistic."
Tim Clarke, AXA UK.

"A good atmosphere to concentrate on studying and meet nice people as well.."
H.B., NATO.

MCPD Windows Developer Certification Course Dates

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10/11/2008

18/11/2008

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23/2/2009

3/3/2009

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