Prove your mastery of Microsoft development technologies by becoming a Microsoft Certified Professional Developer (MCPD). MCPD certifications are available for several developer tools and technologies.
Level: Two to three years of experience developing solutions by using Visual Studio, the Microsoft .NET Framework, and other Microsoft development technologies
Audience: Developer
Type: Microsoft Certification
MCPD Overview
The MCPD certification provides you, your peers, and employers with unbiased proof of your developer skills using Microsoft Visual Studio, the Microsoft .NET Framework, and other development technologies. In addition, MCPD certification provides you with access to exclusive resources and benefits, including opportunities to connect with a global network of certified developers. MCPD certification requires two to three years of relevant experience and a commitment to remaining current in best practices and technologies.
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Announcements
MCPD certifications will not be updated for future versions of Visual Studio. As an MCPD on Visual Studio 2010, you will be eligible for special upgrade paths to new Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSD) certifications. Your MCPD certification will remain valuable as long as companies are using the relevant technology.
MCPD certifications will not be updated for future versions of Visual Studio. As an MCPD on Visual Studio 2010, you will be eligible for special upgrade paths to new Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSD) certifications. Your MCPD certification will remain valuable as long as companies are using the relevant technology.