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Breaking into software development can feel overwhelming; research shows that 30% to 50% of students struggle or drop out of introductory programming courses because the fundamentals are difficult to grasp without the right structure. 55337: Introduction to Programming provides a clear solution. This 5-day, beginner-friendly course introduces you to the basics of computer programming through Microsoft Visual Studio 2022, using C# and Visual Basic. You’ll learn how computers process data, write algorithms, and use decision structures and loops, then progress to object-oriented concepts like classes, inheritance, and polymorphism. The course also introduces debugging, security, I/O, and performance, giving you a solid foundation to advance into Programming in C# and begin your software development journey.

This five- day training course teaches developers the programming skills that are required to create applications using the C# language. During their five days in the classroom, students review the basics of C# program structure, language syntax, and implementation details, and then consolidate their knowledge throughout the week as they build an application that incorporates several features of .NET. The course aims to follow the spirit of the Microsoft Official Curriculum course 20483, while bringing it completely up-to-date with the latest features of C#, .NET 6.0 and Visual Studio 2022. 55339A is the equivalent of the retired MOC Course 20483CC – Programming in C#.

In this 5-day course, professional web developers will learn to develop advanced ASP.NET Core applications using .NET tools and technologies. The focus will be on coding activities that enhance the performance and scalability of the Web site application.

This five-day course is designed primarily for IT professionals who have some experience with Windows Server. It is designed for professionals who will be responsible for managing storage and compute by using Windows Server, and who need to understand the scenarios, requirements, and storage and compute options that are available and applicable to Windows Server. Although this course and the associated labs are written for Windows Server 2022, the skills taught will also be backwards compatible for Server 2016 and Server 2019. The course and labs also focus on how to administer Windows Server using not only the traditional tools such as PowerShell and Server manager, but also Windows Admin Center.

What happens when a key executive can’t log in, a department loses access to shared files, or BitLocker locks out an entire team? Your ability to troubleshoot Windows 11 issues quickly and effectively can make or break business continuity. With Windows 11 now running on over 25% of all desktops worldwide, organizations are rapidly transitioning, and they need IT professionals who can keep systems running smoothly. Get ready to confidently support Windows 11 in enterprise environments. In this hands-on course, you’ll learn how to troubleshoot real issues like installation failures, network connectivity problems, Group Policy glitches, and app compatibility—all within a Windows Server Active Directory setup. With expert guidance and practical labs, you’ll build the skills needed to deliver dependable Tier 2 support and keep users up and running.

55343A is the Community Courseware equivalent of retired Legacy Course 20741BC – Networking with Windows Server 2016. This 5-day classroom-based course provides the fundamental networking skills required to deploy and support Windows Server in most organizations. It covers IP fundamentals, remote access technologies, and more advanced content including Software Defined Networking. Although this course and the associated labs are written for Windows Server 2022, the skills taught will also be backwards compatible for Server 2016 and Server 2019.

Unlock the backbone of secure enterprise environments through identity and access management. Over 90% of Fortune 1000 companies rely on Active Directory for authentication and identity management, making it one of the most critical skills for IT professionals today. Without a solid foundation in Active Directory and related services, organizations risk downtime, compliance failures, and security breaches. The 55344 Identity with Windows Server course is an instructor-led training that teaches IT professionals how to deploy and configure Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS), implement Group Policy, and monitor and troubleshoot Active Directory–related issues with Windows Server 2022. You’ll also learn how to deploy other Active Directory server roles, including Active Directory Certificate Services (AD CS) and Active Directory Federation Services (AD FS). This hands-on training helps you implement core and advanced identity and access technologies in Windows Server. With practical labs using PowerShell, Server Manager, and Windows Admin Center, you’ll configure domain controllers, secure AD DS environments, and synchronize with Azure AD. The skills apply not only to Windows Server 2022 but also to Windows Server 2016 and Windows Server 2019, giving you flexibility to support hybrid and distributed environments.

What’s the secret to keeping enterprise devices secure, compliant, and up to date across thousands of users? Today’s organizations depend on skilled administrators who can leverage Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager to deliver, protect, and manage devices at scale. Microsoft reports that Configuration Manager is already managing more than 12.5 million devices worldwide, underscoring its critical role in enterprise IT. The Administering Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager Training (55348) course equips you with the practical skills to deploy clients, deliver applications, enforce compliance, roll out operating systems, and manage updates, ensuring your environment remains efficient, secure, and resilient.

Are your SQL Server systems secure, optimized, and ready for the demands of modern business? With over 70% of organizations relying on SQL databases to drive daily operations, the need for skilled database administrators is stronger than ever. This instructor-led course on administering a SQL database infrastructure equips learners with practical skills to configure SQL Server security, implement backup strategies, manage access, monitor performance, and use PowerShell for automation. You'll also learn to maintain SQL Server databases, troubleshoot performance issues, and import and export data across production environments—including Microsoft Azure SQL.

How many bad business decisions could be avoided if your data was accurate, timely, and easy to query? Nearly 82% of organizations admit to basing decisions on out-of-date data, leading to costly mistakes. The Querying Data with Transact-SQL training course builds the skills you need to work confidently with Microsoft SQL Server. Through hands-on, instructor-led training, you’ll learn to query single and multiple tables, filter and sort results, join related data, use built-in functions, and work with stored procedures and transactions. You’ll also master subqueries, table expressions, aggregations, and error handling, ensuring you can retrieve and manage data accurately, securely, and efficiently.