MCITP: Database Developer Certification

Microsoft Certified IT Professional: Database Developer certification demonstrates that you can design a secure, stable, enterprise database solution by using Microsoft SQL Server 2005. Database developers design and implement relational database models (logical and physical) and database storage objects. They also program servers by using user-defined functions, triggers, stored procedures, Transact-SQL, or the CLR. They retrieve or modify data using SQL queries or tune and optimize queries. Database developers are typically employed by mid-sized to large-sized organizations.

The new generation of Microsoft certifications

The MCITP: Database Developer credential is part of the new generation of Microsoft Certifications, which emphasizes primary skill sets and job roles, providing a more relevant, flexible, and cost-effective way to validate core technical, professional, and architectural skills.

How to earn your MCITP: Database Developer certification

To achieve this certification, you must successfully complete two exams: one Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) prerequisite exam and one Professional Series exam. This certification requires a periodic update to demonstrate that your knowledge of technology and best practices is current.
 

Prerequisite MCTS certification
Exam 70-431	Review the preparation guide for Exam 70-431: TS: Microsoft SQL Server 2005  – Implementation and Maintenance
Exam 70-441	Review the preparation guide for Exam 70-441: PRO: Designing Database Solutions by Using Microsoft SQL Server 2005
Exam 70-442	Review the preparation guide for Exam 70-442: PRO: Designing and Optimizing Data Access by Using Microsoft SQL Server 2005