MCSD Programming in C

70-483

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Exam Details

Duration120 min
Passing Score700
LevelAssociate
TestingPearson VUE
Valid For2 years
Release DateOct 1, 2012
Exam Cost$165

What topics are on the 70-483 exam?

1

Manage Program Flow 25%

1.1
Implement multithreading and asynchronous processing
6 subtopics
1.1.1Understanding threads
1.1.2Using Tasks
1.1.3Using the Parallel class
1.1.4Using async and await
1.1.5Using Parallel Language Integrated Query (PLINQ)
1.1.6Using concurrent collections
Learning Objectives
  • Implement multithreading and asynchronous processing
  • Use Task Parallel Library (TPL)
  • Create continuation tasks
  • Spawn threads by using ThreadPool
  • Unblock the UI
  • Use async and await keywords
  • Manage data by using concurrent collections
1.2
Manage multithreading
2 subtopics
1.2.1Synchronizing resources
1.2.2Canceling tasks
Learning Objectives
  • Synchronize resources
  • Implement locking
  • Cancel a long-running task
  • Implement thread-safe methods to handle race conditions
1.3
Implement program flow
3 subtopics
1.3.1Working with Boolean expressions
1.3.2Making decisions
1.3.3Iterating across collections
Learning Objectives
  • Iterate across collection and array items
  • Program decisions by using switch statements, if/then, and operators
  • Evaluate expressions
1.4
Create and implement events and callbacks
3 subtopics
1.4.1Understanding delegates
1.4.2Using lambda expressions
1.4.3Using events
Learning Objectives
  • Create event handlers
  • Subscribe to and unsubscribe from events
  • Use built-in delegate types to create events
  • Create delegates
  • Lambda expressions
  • Anonymous methods
1.5
Implement exception handling
3 subtopics
1.5.1Handling exceptions
1.5.2Throwing exceptions
1.5.3Creating custom exceptions
Learning Objectives
  • Handle exception types
  • Catch and throw exceptions
  • Use try-catch-finally blocks
  • Create custom exception classes
  • Rethrow exceptions
  • Handle inner exceptions
Domain Hands-on Skills
Implementing async/await patternsUsing concurrent collectionsHandling exceptions in multi-threaded codeCreating and managing events
Common Mistakes to Avoid
  • Deadlocks in async code
  • Not disposing CancellationTokenSource
  • Swallowing exceptions
  • Memory leaks from event handlers
2

Create and Use Types 25%

3

Debug Applications and Implement Security 25%

4

Implement Data Access 25%

How do I earn the MCSD Programming in C certification?

Related Certifications

  • MCSA: Web Applications
  • MCSA: Cloud Platform

Career Progression

Entry Positions

  • Junior C# Developer
  • Junior .NET Developer
  • Software Developer I

Mid Level Positions

  • C# Developer
  • .NET Developer
  • Software Engineer
  • Application Developer

Senior Positions

  • Senior C# Developer
  • Senior .NET Developer
  • Lead Software Engineer
  • Solution Architect

Specialization Paths

  • Web Development (ASP.NET)
  • Cloud Development (Azure)
  • Desktop Applications (WPF/WinForms)
  • Mobile Development (Xamarin)
  • Game Development (Unity)

Industry Impact

  • Market Demand:High (despite retirement, C# skills remain valuable)
  • Salary Impact:10-20% increase for certified professionals
  • Employer Recognition:Well-recognized by enterprises using Microsoft stack
  • Geographical Relevance:Global, especially strong in North America and Europe

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Official Resources

Free Resources

C# Station TutorialWeb TutorialC# Yellow BookFree eBookdotnet/csharp-notebooksJupyter NotebooksC# Fundamentals for Absolute BeginnersChannel 9

Community Resources

Stack OverflowQ&A Forumr/csharpReddit CommunityC# DiscordChat CommunityMicrosoft Q&AOfficial Forum

Study Tips

  • Focus on understanding async/await patterns thoroughly
  • Practice LINQ queries extensively
  • Understand the differences between value types and reference types
  • Master exception handling patterns
  • Practice with concurrent collections
  • Understand garbage collection and memory management
  • Know when to use different collection types
  • Practice file I/O and serialization
  • Understand security implementations
  • Debug and trace applications effectively

What's changed on this exam?

Status: RETIRED
Retired: 2021-01-31

Technology Coverage

.NET Framework4.5
C# Language5.0
Visual Studio2012/2013

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Who should take this exam?

Recommended Experience

  • One or more years of experience developing with C#
  • Understanding of object-oriented programming
  • Experience with Visual Studio
  • Familiarity with .NET Framework

Experience Level: Intermediate

How do I register & what's the exam fee?

Exam Cost$165 USD
Testing CentersPearson VUE, Certiport
Online ProctoringAvailable

How long is the certification valid?

Valid For2 years
Recertification
  • Pass a higher-level exam
  • Complete continuing education requirements
  • Retake the exam

What jobs can I get with this?

Career Benefits

  • C# Developer
  • .NET Developer
  • Software Engineer
  • Application Developer
  • Backend Developer

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