MCTS: Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007 Application Development

The Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist certifications enable professionals to target specific technologies and distinguish themselves by demonstrating in-depth knowledge and expertise in their specialized technologies.

A Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist in Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007, Application Development (MCTS: SharePoint Server 2007, Application Development) possesses a deep and broad understanding of developing applications utilizing Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007. This certification verifies the abilities of a corporate developer or consultant to build Web portals and integrate business applications using Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007, including building business intelligence solutions, targeting content based on membership, and customizing functionality. A successful candidate will have prior experience working with XML documents and XML Web services, as well as the Microsoft .NET Framework and Windows SharePoint Services development.

How to Earn Your MCTS: SharePoint Server 2007, Application Development

MCTS candidates must pass one exam that focuses on managing enterprise content, creating business intelligence solutions by using Office SharePoint Server 2007, integrating business data with Office SharePoint Server 2007 by using the Business Data Catalog (BDC), accessing Office SharePoint Server 2007 Application Platform Services, searching data by using the Search Service, targeting content based on audience membership, and customizing functionality by using profiles.

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