subject: Understanding Microsoft Exam 70-229 [print this page] Microsoft has a figure of exams that help in education people on database aspects related to a variety of platforms and server environments such as Windows 2000, Windows 2003 etc. The examination 70-229 focuses on scheming and implementing databases with Microsoft SQL Server 2000 venture Edition. Once a candidate passes this test, he/she gets the status of MCP (Microsoft Certified Professional). Besides, he/she also gains core and not obligatory credits in the direction of a number of certifications such as MCSE (Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer), MCSA (Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator), and MCDBA (Microsoft Certified Database Administrator) etc.
After clearing the 70-229 examination, candidates can productively take up capable job roles in the IT industry, as the test and other certifications from Microsoft provide them an edge over the others. Microsoft is recognized in the IT industry for setting a standard on the basis of which skills for jobs roles can be tested. The test mainly consists of manifold choice questions with Hot Area, Drag and Drop, Build List and reorder type of concepts. There are no questions based on case studies, and the passing score is 700. The time is more often than not around 2 hours with around 50 questions to be attempted.
Training for the 70-229 Exam can be done through a variety of ways. Microsoft more often than not offers classroom education along with E-learning for a variety of exams. Moreover, there are also many Microsoft certified practice tests that can be take before the exam. There are numerous skills that are tested in the exam, and the candidate is ordinary to perform well in a multiplicity of technical tasks. There is obligation of thorough theoretical as well as sensible knowledge. A hand on knowledge is also necessary. Also, candidates appear for this demanding exam can make use of various online resources obtainable for preparation.
