MCTS Self-Paced Training Kit (Exam 70-536): Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 Application Development Foundation |
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Binding: Hardcover
Dewey Decimal Number: 005
EAN: 9780735622777
ISBN: 0735622779
Label: Microsoft Press
Manufacturer: Microsoft Press
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 1088
Publication Date: 2006-06-05
Publisher: Microsoft Press
Studio: Microsoft Press
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In response to reader feedback, we have incorporated major changes into the second printing of MCTS Self-Paced Training Kit (Exam 70-536): Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 Application Development Foundation. Announcing an all-new MCTS Training Kit designed to help maximize your performance on Exam 70-536, a core exam for the new Microsoft Technology Specialist and Professional Developer certifications. This kit packs the tools and features that exam candidates want most--including in-depth, self-paced training based on final exam content; rigorous, objective-by-objective review; exam tips from expert, exam-certified authors; and a robust testing suite. It also provides real-world scenarios, case study examples, and troubleshooting labs for skills and expertise that you can apply to the job. Focusing on the .NET Framework version 2.0, this official study guide covers topics such as .NET Framework fundamentals, I/O, graphics, collections, serialization, application domains and services, application and user security, threading, instrumentation, reflection, and installing and configuring applications. Ace your exam preparation and ramp up quickly on the .NET Framework by working at your own pace through the lessons, hands-on exercises, and practice tests. The flexible, best-of-class test engine on CD features 300 practice questions and pre-assessment and post-assessment capabilities. Choose timed or untimed testing mode, generate random tests, or focus on discrete objectives or chapters, and get detailed explanations for right and wrong answers--including pointers back to the book for further study. You also get a 90-day evaluation version of Microsoft Visual Studio® 2005 and a 15 percent exam discount voucher--making this kit an exceptional value and a great career investment
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Summary: Study guide for .NET Framework
Comment: I have just started studying for my certification for the .NET Framework and this book is real helpful. It provides me with answers that I was not able to get through school. I have learned some new things that make developing a bit easier now that I have learned about some different approaches with this book.
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Summary: Good preparation, though not perfect
Comment: The majority of reviews of this book are quite right in that it is a good preparation guide, but the plethora of errors can cause some confusion. Microsoft has posted the corrections for the book, but the best way to overcome the errors is to go through the practice tests and look up questions you feel you are right about. Additional reading is a must and missed questions are the best prompt to guide you to additional resources.
While definitely a thick book, the content is extremely detailed. Though keep in mind that there are many ways to reach any given end or effect - the various authors programming / example styles expose the reader to a few ways to expressing the same result, which is quite beneficial.
In terms of organization, this book is very good, especially considering that multiple authors were involved. The only chapter that merits additional scrutiny is the security chapter, which helps throughout the book, as security considerations are sprinkled throughout.
In summary, with a moderate amount of experience with .NET (2.0+), this book is an excellent primer for the test and provides the requisite understanding of the framework to prepare one for the exam. The only caveat I found was that for people with .NET 3.0 or 3.5+ experience, some of the methods may be a slight bit different due to minor changes between 2.0 and 3.5.
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Summary: Despite corrections, still a lot of errors in this book
Comment: I also have the newer (corrected) version of the book (check the copyright page in the beginning of the book, mine lists version: 5 6 7 8 9 QWT 1 0 9 8 7). Despite the numerous corrections, I still find some errors, even those that are unlisted in the errata list. When looking at the four KB articles on the Microsoft site, the errata list shows a gap between part 3 and 4. So I think there is something missing in the errata.
For example: an error I discovered today, on page 712, the second bullet reads:
"One or more PrincipalPermission properties. Use Authenticated to restrict access to authenticated users, Role to restrict access by group memberships, and User to restrict access to a specific user name."
This is incorrect, there is no 'User' PrincipalPermission property. Replace 'User' with 'Name'.It should read instead:
"One or more PrincipalPermission properties. Use Authenticated to restrict access to authenticated users, Role to restrict access by group memberships, and Name to restrict access to a specific user name."
This is in particular a strange error, because on the previous page the authors says:
"Memorize these three properties (Authenticated, Name, Role). Remember, PrincipalPermission doesn't expose any other properties--not a user's full name, phone number, password, or any other attribute."
For the rest of the book, I found the topics are not very well explained. Except for the chapter dealing with Code Access Security, which I found was very clear. In general, I did not like the fact that there are so few images in the book that could clarify the text. Sometimes the text alone is a litte bit boring to read. But then again, it's part of the job, no?
As there is no alternative for this book yet, I hope I will pass my exam by using this book and some internet resources... We'll see.
Good luck to all exam takers!
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Summary: Great book, easy to work through
Comment: This books structure makes it very easy to get a chapter a night done and prepare you for the exam. The labs are good and the accompanying DVD contains both practice exams and a trial version of Visual Studio 2005, so you have everything you need in one book.
This exam is only half of an MCTS qualification, so you'll need either the Web Development or Windows Development to go with it if you want an actual qualification.
I only had issue with one or two of the answers given to questions, but I found it quite encouraging that I was able to think 'hey, that's not the best way to achieve that'.
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Summary: A Good Start
Comment: This book is a good start, but you won't pass the test by just reading it. Experience and practice test will go a long way to help.
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