What topics are on the 70-489 exam?

Design SharePoint Apps 20%

1.1

Design the App User Experience

2 subtopics

1.1.1App UI Design Patterns

1.1.2Client-Side Rendering

Learning Objectives

Design SharePoint apps for various hosting models
Implement client-side rendering for customized user experience

1.2

Design App Architecture

2 subtopics

1.2.1App Authentication and Authorization

1.2.2Remote Event Receivers

Learning Objectives

Design secure app authentication mechanisms
Implement event receivers for SharePoint apps

1.3

Design App Lifecycle Management

1 subtopics

1.3.1App Deployment and Updates

Learning Objectives

Manage SharePoint app lifecycle from deployment to updates

Domain Hands-on Skills

Creating SharePoint-hosted appsImplementing OAuth authenticationDeploying apps to app catalogCreating remote event receivers

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Incorrect app permission requests
Improper OAuth token handling
Not handling app update scenarios

Create and Manage Search 22%

Implement Business Connectivity Services (BCS) 15%

Implement and Manage SharePoint Solutions 20%

Create and Manage Work Management 18%

Plan and Design SharePoint Site Architecture 5%

How do I earn the Developing Microsoft Sharepoint Server 2013 Advanced Solutions certification?

Official Pathway Guidance

Track: SharePoint Development

Prerequisites

NoneNo formal prerequisite examsOptional

Next Steps

N/ANo direct successor - certification retired

Current Level

Alternative Paths

MS-600Building Applications and Solutions with Microsoft 365 Core Services
PL-400Microsoft Power Platform Developer

Certification Maintenance

How do I study for the 70-489 Exam?

Practice the Developing Microsoft Sharepoint Server 2013 Advanced Solutions with our Exam Simulator

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Official Training

Course 20489: Developing Microsoft SharePoint Server 2013 Advanced SolutionsMicrosoft Official Curriculum

Community Resources

SharePoint Stack ExchangeStack Exchange Microsoft SharePoint Developer BlogMicrosoft SharePoint CommunityMicrosoft Tech Community

What's changed on this exam?

Technology Coverage

SharePoint 2013 (On-Premises)15.0

Exam fully retired - technology still in use for legacy enterprise deployments

Released: 2013-05-01

SharePoint Framework (SPFx)1.19+

Modern replacement for SharePoint solution development

Released: 2024-10-01

Microsoft Graph APIv1.0

Replaces SharePoint CSOM/REST APIs

Released: Ongoing

Power AutomateCurrent

Replaces SharePoint 2013 Workflows

Released: Ongoing

Industry Trends

Enterprise migrations from SharePoint 2013 to SharePoint Online accelerating
SharePoint Framework (SPFx) becoming standard for custom development
Microsoft Graph API replacing legacy CSOM/REST approaches
Power Platform integration (Power Apps, Power Automate) for business solutions
Teams-first approach shifting SharePoint from standalone platform to collaboration backbone
Role-based certifications emphasizing broader Microsoft 365 ecosystem over single product expertise

Who should take this exam?

Recommended Experience

At least four years of SharePoint and web development experience
Experience designing custom code for projects deployed to SharePoint environments
Knowledge of SharePoint 2013 architecture and features
Proficiency in .NET development and C#
Understanding of web development technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)

Experience Level: Advanced

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

Exam Cost	$165 USD
Testing Centers	Pearson VUE
Online Proctoring	Not Available

How long is the certification valid?

Valid For	N/A - Exam retired
Recertification

Developing Microsoft Sharepoint Server 2013 Advanced Solutions

What's Included

Complete Exam Package

Multiple Exam Modes

Lifetime Updates

Money Back Guarantee

Exam Details

What topics are on the 70-489 exam?

Design SharePoint Apps 20%

Design the App User Experience

Design App Architecture

Design App Lifecycle Management

Domain Hands-on Skills

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Create and Manage Search 22%

Implement Business Connectivity Services (BCS) 15%

Implement and Manage SharePoint Solutions 20%

Create and Manage Work Management 18%

Plan and Design SharePoint Site Architecture 5%

How do I earn the Developing Microsoft Sharepoint Server 2013 Advanced Solutions certification?

Official Pathway Guidance

Prerequisites

Next Steps

Current Level

Alternative Paths

Certification Maintenance

How do I study for the 70-489 Exam?

Practice the Developing Microsoft Sharepoint Server 2013 Advanced Solutions with our Exam Simulator

Official Training

Community Resources

What's changed on this exam?

Technology Coverage

Industry Trends

Who should take this exam?

Recommended Experience

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

How long is the certification valid?

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Developing Microsoft Sharepoint Server 2013 Advanced Solutions

What's Included

Complete Exam Package

Multiple Exam Modes

Lifetime Updates

Money Back Guarantee

Exam Details

What topics are on the 70-489 exam?

Design SharePoint Apps 20%

Design the App User Experience

Design App Architecture

Design App Lifecycle Management

Domain Hands-on Skills

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Create and Manage Search 22%

Implement Business Connectivity Services (BCS) 15%

Implement and Manage SharePoint Solutions 20%

Create and Manage Work Management 18%

Plan and Design SharePoint Site Architecture 5%

How do I earn the Developing Microsoft Sharepoint Server 2013 Advanced Solutions certification?

Official Pathway Guidance

Prerequisites

Next Steps

Current Level

Alternative Paths

Certification Maintenance

How do I study for the 70-489 Exam?

Practice the Developing Microsoft Sharepoint Server 2013 Advanced Solutions with our Exam Simulator

Official Training

Community Resources

What's changed on this exam?

Technology Coverage

Industry Trends

Who should take this exam?

Recommended Experience

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

How long is the certification valid?

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