Beta Exam Announcements

This blog is used to announce and discuss Microsoft beta exams and certification programs. Here you will find information on all currently running beta exams and certification pilots as well as news about upcoming beta exam or certification pilot opportun

Certification Exams, NDAs, and Responsible Behavior

Based on some recent events, I find it necessary to post this as a notification to all those who...

Author: Gerry O'Brien Date: 04/28/2010

More VS 2010 Beta Seats Available

OK, you asked for it.  We responded. The absolute best that I can do is to open up 150 more...

Author: Gerry O'Brien Date: 03/19/2010

Free Certification Exams

<warning> This is a long post </warning> Want to see if you’re ready to develop for the...

Author: Gerry O'Brien Date: 02/10/2010

Exchange 2010 beta exams coming soon—submit your SME profile now!

Have you been playing with early bits of Exchange 2010? Do you want to participate in the...

Author: jseymour [MSFT] Date: 08/18/2009

Exam 71-563: Re-Opened for beta testers

We've re-opened beta exam 71-563 for beta testers. Please see the original post below for details...

Author: JeffKoch Date: 11/22/2008

Registration for pilot 70-113 extended until December 17th.

Update: This exam is no longer available for registration. The target candidate numbers have been...

Author: jimcla Date: 10/27/2008

The link for the 70-403 Exam Preperation Guide in the Beta Announcment is incorrect. The correct...

Author: jimcla Date: 10/09/2008

INVITE: Final Phase Performance Based Exam Pilot (7/29 - 9/12)

If you have any issues registering or taking this pilot exam please email Performance Based Exams...

Author: jimcla Date: 07/30/2008