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dbman

Posted Wednesday, March 06, 2013 2:50 AM

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Hi,
Ive just ordered the book: Querying SQL Server 2012 Training Kit. I am planning to take the exam 70-461 within 3 months. My question is: Will this book be sufficient enough to study to pass the exam. Are there any other resources anyone can recommend to make sure I have a good chance of passing.

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grapefruitmoon

Posted Wednesday, March 06, 2013 4:38 AM

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I'd say it would depend on your experience. I've been using T-SQL for over 10 years and passed the exam in January using mainly that book. I used it to top up knowledge of elements of T-SQL that I was a bit rusty with, and to learn the new features of SQL Server 2012. If you're inexperienced with T-SQL, then you might struggle just using this resource. Books Online is your friend! Use the book to get an overview, then dig in deeper with other resources.

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dbman

Posted Wednesday, March 06, 2013 4:49 AM

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Thanks for your advice. I think ill start with Books online.

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dan-572483

Posted Wednesday, March 06, 2013 10:42 AM

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Microsoft exams typically include questions that require knowledge not specifically spelled out in the official exam prep books. This is because they want you to have real world work experience too.

If you currently have a job where you work with SQL Server 2012, my suggestion would be to apply what is in the books to actual work tasks as much as possible. If not, do your experiments on your training system, particulary with features that are new in SQL 2012.

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anoop.mig29

Posted Saturday, March 30, 2013 10:03 PM

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Sorry but can anybody explain me whats exam 70-461 , i mean to which version it deals and whether it is for administration or development

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dan-572483

Posted Saturday, March 30, 2013 11:33 PM

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70-461 is Querying Microsoft SQL Server 2012

Here's a summary:
http://www.microsoft.com/learning/en/us/exam.aspx?ID=70-461#fbid=NV3hLp0Fd64

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