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MCTS Self-Paced Training Kit (Exam 70-526): Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 Windows-Based Client Development

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MCTS Self-Paced Training Kit (Exam 70-526): Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 Windows-Based Client Development

Binding: Hardcover
Dewey Decimal Number: 005
EAN: 9780735623330
ISBN: 0735623333
Label: Microsoft Press
Manufacturer: Microsoft Press
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 800
Publication Date: 2006-11-01
Publisher: Microsoft Press
Studio: Microsoft Press
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Summary: Very useful book as usually
Comment: This time only short review. All has already been written. The book is suitable not only for exam but also for beginners. It is thoroughful guide how to develop windows based applications. As usually working examples on concluded CD makes this book two times valuable. After reading and playing with samples you will certainly know all the important aspects of development.
Customer Rating: Average rating of 4/5Average rating of 4/5Average rating of 4/5Average rating of 4/5Average rating of 4/5
Summary: Proof Is In the Pudding
Comment: I always use the MS Self-Paced kits for my certification exams. So far I have passed the exams. This particular book was annoying in that there were quite a few editing mistakes and the errata website only had information for the first half of the book. As usual, the index and glossary were useless for me in most cases. Nevertheless, the mixture of facts with practical exercises made it possible to absorb the material with a minimum of pain.
Customer Rating: Average rating of 2/5Average rating of 2/5Average rating of 2/5Average rating of 2/5Average rating of 2/5
Summary: Can't Pass the Exam with a High Score
Comment: After reading this book and passing 70-526 exam, I found the book has 3 problems at least.

1. The book might cover all topics against the exam but doesn't include all necessary information for you to pass it. For example, a question in my real exam asked a question about Thread Monitor. However, the book doesn't mention anything about Monitor.
2. The book has at least 2 different writing styles.
3. The book can't include enough pictures to illustrate what controls it is talking about, how controls are related to one another or how they interact. This leads that sometimes I lost what the book tried to tell me.

It is impossible for you to pass the exam with a high score only by this book.
You might pass the exam with fears by the book.
Customer Rating: Average rating of 2/5Average rating of 2/5Average rating of 2/5Average rating of 2/5Average rating of 2/5
Summary: The only thing helpful is the practice tests on the CD...
Comment: The purpose of the book is to prepare you for the certification exam. For me it didn't meet that requirement.

The book does have a section for each of the objectives Microsoft has defined for the exam. But is FULL of errors (typos and concepts too!!), lacking good examples, concepts are defined vaguely and there is A LOT left out.

I took the exam and passed but I don't feel it was because of the book. I had to do additional research on each topic because the book wasn't enough. And in the exam there is definitely much more than the book covers.

The 2 stars are because:

1. The CD that comes with the book. The practice tests are very helpful to prepare for the exam, not only because they are exam-like questions but because you see some topics that weren't even mentioned on the book.
2. Considering is the only preparation guide for this exam, it at least guides you very briefly on the topics of the exam.


Customer Rating: Average rating of 3/5Average rating of 3/5Average rating of 3/5Average rating of 3/5Average rating of 3/5
Summary: Adequate
Comment: I'm puzzled why this book has a 4.5 star rating and the 70-536 book has only three stars. The biggest criticism of the 70-536 was the amount of errors, however this 70-526 book also has many errors, including many that are not on the errata sheet.

Anyway, this book will get you pointed in the right direction. If you are a C# developer, you will may notice the sample C# code has some interesting characters - this is because they have intermingled VB.NET syntax in the C# code. Not a big deal to me, but some people may find this distracting.

You may want to be aware that another book exists that provides comprehensive coverage and is a better read, although there are no labs or sample questions:

Windows Forms 2.0 Programming, by Chris Sells and Michael Weinhardt
http://www.amazon.com/Windows-Forms-Programming-Microsoft-Development/dp/0321267966

 
Editorial Reviews:
Announcing an all-new MCTS Training Kit designed to help maximize your performance on Exam 70-526, the exam for the new Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist: .NET Framework 2.0 Windows Applications certification. This kit packs the tools and features 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 the skills and expertise you can apply to the job.

Focusing on Windows-based client development, this official study guide covers topics such as creating a UI for a Windows Forms application; implementing data-bound controls; managing the print process; enhancing usability; implementing asynchronous programming techniques; developing Windows Forms controls; and configuring and deploying applications.

Ace your exam preparation and ramp up quickly on using the .NET Framework for Windows-based client development by working at your own pace through the lessons, hands-on exercises, and practice tests. The CD features 425 practice questions and a best-of-class test engine with 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 software and a 15 percent exam discount voucher—making this kit an exceptional value and a great career investment.
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