Build real-world programming skills—and prepare for MCP Exams 70-306 and 70-316—with this official Microsoft study guide. Work at your own pace through the lessons and hands-on exercises to learn how to build Windows-based applications using Visual Basic .NET and Visual C# .NET. Then extend your expertise through additional skill-building exercises. As you gain practical experience with essential development tasks, you’re also preparing for MCAD or MCSD certification for Microsoft .NET.

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• Create the user interface, add controls, and validate user input
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• Test and debug coding errors
• Configure and help secure an application
• Deploy applications via removable media, the Web, or a network
• Maintain and optimize application performance

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• NEW—60-day evaluation version of Microsoft Visual Studio® .NET 2003 Professional Edition on DVD
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