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This course equips students with the essential knowledge and skills needed to use Windows PowerShell for the administration and automation of Windows servers. Students will learn how to identify and construct the commands required to perform specific tasks. Additionally, they will gain expertise in building scripts to handle advanced tasks such as automating repetitive processes and generating reports. The skills acquired in this course are foundational and support a wide range of Microsoft products, including Windows Server, Windows Client, Microsoft Exchange Server, Microsoft SharePoint Server, Microsoft SQL Server, System Center, and more. While the course is designed to provide broad applicability, it will use Windows Server as the primary example to illustrate the techniques taught, ensuring that the content is relevant for government IT professionals.

Discover the key components of Microsoft 365 Security Management, designed to enhance cybersecurity practices for government agencies. This includes managing your security metrics, enabling Azure AD Identity Protection, configuring Microsoft 365 security services, and utilizing Microsoft 365 Threat Intelligence. These tools are essential for maintaining robust security protocols and ensuring compliance with public sector standards.

Learn how to investigate, respond to, and hunt for threats using Microsoft Azure Sentinel, Azure Defender, and Microsoft 365 Defender. This course is designed to help you mitigate cyberthreats using these technologies, specifically by configuring and utilizing Azure Sentinel and Kusto Query Language (KQL) for detection, analysis, and reporting. It is tailored for individuals in Security Operations roles and helps prepare learners for the exam SC-200: Microsoft Security Operations Analyst.

Audience Profile

The Microsoft Security Operations Analyst collaborates with organizational stakeholders to secure information technology systems for government and private organizations. Their primary goal is to reduce risk by rapidly remediating active attacks, advising on improvements to threat protection practices, and referring policy violations to appropriate stakeholders. Responsibilities include threat management, monitoring, and response using a variety of security solutions across the environment. The role primarily involves investigating, responding to, and hunting for threats using Microsoft Azure Sentinel, Azure Defender, Microsoft 365 Defender, and third-party security products. As these tools are critical for operational output, Security Operations Analysts are also key stakeholders in their configuration and deployment.

Job Role: Security Engineer

Preparation for Exam: SC-200

Features: None

Skills Gained

• Explain how Microsoft Defender for Endpoint can mitigate risks in your environment
• Create a Microsoft Defender for Endpoint environment
• Configure Attack Surface Reduction rules on Windows 10 devices
• Perform actions on a device using Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
• Investigate domains and IP addresses in Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
• Investigate user accounts in Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
• Configure alert settings in Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
• Explain the evolving threat landscape
• Conduct advanced hunting in Microsoft 365 Defender
• Manage incidents in Microsoft 365 Defender
• Explain how Microsoft Defender for Identity can mitigate risks in your environment
• Investigate DLP alerts in Microsoft Cloud App Security
• Explain the types of actions you can take on an insider risk management case
• Configure auto-provisioning in Azure Defender
• Remediate alerts in Azure Defender
• Construct KQL statements
• Filter searches based on event time, severity, domain, and other relevant data using KQL
• Extract data from unstructured string fields using KQL
• Manage an Azure Sentinel workspace
• Use KQL to access the watchlist in Azure Sentinel
• Manage threat indicators in Azure Sentinel
• Explain the differences between Common Event Format and Syslog connectors in Azure Sentinel
• Connect Azure Windows Virtual Machines to Azure Sentinel
• Configure Log Analytics agent to collect Sysmon events
• Create new analytics rules and queries using the analytics rule wizard
• Create a playbook to automate incident response
• Use queries to hunt for threats
• Observe threats over time with livestream

This three-day course is designed to equip participants with the skills necessary to automate administrative tasks using Windows PowerShell 5.1. Participants will gain proficiency in core scripting techniques, including the creation of advanced functions, the development of controller scripts, and effective error handling. The curriculum also covers working with Windows PowerShell Workflow, as well as managing REST APIs and data files formatted in XML and JSON. Additionally, students will learn to utilize new administration tools such as Desired State Configuration (DSC) and Just Enough Administration (JEA) to enhance server configuration and security for government operations.

This Microsoft First Look Clinic is designed to introduce IT professionals to the latest features and capabilities of Windows 10, focusing on the Enterprise Edition. The clinic also explores key areas such as Identity Management, cloud services including Azure Active Directory (AAD), deployment and management tools, and the updated User Interface. While no single topic is covered in extensive detail, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the new features and capabilities of Windows 10 and related services and administration tools for government use.

In this workshop, participants will acquire a comprehensive understanding of the processes involved in modernizing legacy on-premises applications and infrastructure by utilizing cloud services. The session will also cover integrating web and mobile services, all while ensuring robust security through the use of Azure Active Directory for government.

This one-day instructor-led security workshop provides insights into security practices designed to enhance the security posture of an organization. The workshop explores the concept of Red Team and Blue Team security professionals, where a group of security experts—the Red Team—conducts simulated attacks on various aspects of an organization’s security infrastructure, while another group—the Blue Team—defends against these attacks. Both teams collaborate to strengthen the organization's overall defenses. This collaborative approach, known as Purple Teaming, aims to help organizations achieve a higher level of security. This workshop is part of a broader series of workshops offered by Microsoft for government and other sectors on the practice of security. Although it is not mandatory to have completed any of the other courses in the Security Workshop series before attending this session, it is highly recommended that participants start with this introductory workshop, Microsoft Security Workshop: Enterprise Security Fundamentals, to build a solid foundation in security practices.

This one-day instructor-led class is designed for IT professionals and managers who work with Active Directory or oversee teams that manage this system. It is also beneficial for IT professionals working with products that integrate with Active Directory, such as Exchange. During the course, participants will gain an understanding of the development and purpose of Active Directory by Microsoft, its fundamental architecture, basic design principles, management practices, and security measures. Additionally, the course covers the fundamentals of cloud integration, including services like Azure, to ensure alignment with modern IT strategies for government.

This one-day instructor-led course is designed for IT professionals who are interested in enhancing their knowledge base and technical skills related to cloud technology and Microsoft Cloud Products, including Azure, Office 365, OneDrive, and Intune. Participants will gain an understanding of high-level terminology, structure, security, deployment, and migration practices, as well as the general scope of Microsoft’s cloud product offerings for government.

This course provides an instructor-led demonstration of Microsoft Flow, guiding participants through the product from start to finish in a clear and practical manner. Microsoft Flow is a versatile tool that transforms business processes into automated, consistent, and visual workflows. It is designed to seamlessly integrate various Office 365 products and connect with other on-premises and web-based solutions. By completing this course, participants will gain the confidence needed to select appropriate actions and workflow logic for their business operations, ensuring alignment with public sector workflows, governance, and accountability for government use.

In the Introduction to Microsoft Project 2019: Getting Started class, participants will become familiar with the Project 2019 or Project 365 user interface, including various project views and the ribbon. They will also learn how to enter, organize, and link tasks, manage resources, generate basic reports, and create projects independently. This course provides ample time for hands-on practice of essential skills necessary for the efficient use of this program, tailored specifically for government professionals.

This course equips students with the essential knowledge and skills to utilize PowerShell for the administration and automation of Windows servers. Students will gain the ability to identify and construct the commands necessary to execute specific tasks. Additionally, they will learn to develop scripts to handle advanced tasks, such as automating repetitive processes and generating reports. The course provides foundational skills that support a wide range of Microsoft products, including Windows Server, Windows Client, Microsoft Azure, and Microsoft 365. While the focus is not on any single product, Windows Server serves as the primary platform for demonstrating the techniques taught in this course, ensuring relevance and applicability for government IT professionals.

This course offers foundational knowledge on security, compliance, and identity concepts, as well as related cloud-based Microsoft solutions for government. It is designed to equip participants with the essential skills and understanding needed to effectively manage and secure data in a governmental context.

About This Course

This course focuses on the structure of C# programs, language syntax, and implementation details with the .NET Framework 4.0. It provides an in-depth look at the new enhancements in C# 4.0 using Visual Studio 2010.

Targeted at lower-intermediate level programmers, this course equips participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to develop C# applications for the Microsoft .NET Framework 4.0. The curriculum highlights the structure of C# 4.0 programs, language syntax, and implementation details. This course is not mapped to any specific exam.

Audience Profile

This course is designed for experienced developers who have programming experience in languages such as C, C++, Visual Basic, or Java and are familiar with the principles of object-oriented programming.

It is not intended for new programmers; rather, it is targeted at professional developers with a minimum of 12 months of experience working in an object-oriented environment for government projects.

At Course Completion

Upon completing this course, students will be able to:

• Explain the purpose of the .NET Framework and understand how to use C# and Visual Studio 2010 to build applications for government.
• Understand the syntax of basic C# programming constructs.
• Create and call methods in a C# application.
• Catch, handle, and throw exceptions effectively.
• Perform basic file I/O operations in a C# application.
• Create and use new types (enumerations, classes, and structures), and understand the differences between reference types and value types.
• Control the visibility and lifetime of members within a type.
• Use inheritance to create new reference types.
• Manage the lifecycle of objects and control resource usage efficiently.
• Define properties and indexers to encapsulate data, and define operators for this data.
• Decouple operations from their implementations and use these decoupled operations to handle asynchronous events.
• Use collections to aggregate data and implement type-safe collection classes, structures, interfaces, and methods using Generics.
• Implement custom collection classes that support enumeration.
• Query in-memory data using LINQ.
• Integrate code written in dynamic languages such as Ruby and Python, or technologies like COM, into a C# application.

About This Course

This course equips participants with the skills necessary to deploy and configure System Center 2012 R2 Operations Manager. Through hands-on labs, students will learn:

• How to design and implement a System Center 2012 R2 Operations Manager Management Group.

• Techniques for upgrading and migrating from an existing Operations Manager 2007 R2 Management Group to System Center 2012 Operations Manager, System Center 2012 SP1 Operations Manager, and System Center 2012 R2 Operations Manager.

• Key elements of Management Packs, including Object Discoveries, Rules, Monitors, Targeting, Run As Accounts, and Run As Profiles. This includes the authoring of Management Packs.

• Methods for configuring fabric and application monitoring in System Center 2012 R2 Operations Manager, covering both datacenter and cloud resources such as networking, storage, and compute capabilities.

• Techniques for monitoring .NET and Java-based applications using Application Performance Monitoring.

• Strategies for end-to-end service monitoring, including synthetic transactions and Distributed Application Diagrams.

• Procedures for configuring Dashboards, Service Level Tracking Reporting, and the SharePoint Web Part to visualize key performance and availability metrics.

• Customization of the Operations Manager Console to meet the needs of various application support teams.

• Integration of Operations Manager with other System Center 2012 R2 components to extend monitoring to include critical business processes and procedures.

• Techniques for troubleshooting an Operations Manager Management Group and performing disaster recovery, such as database and management server recovery.

• Utilization of new features in System Center 2012 R2, including Integration with System Center Advisor, Team Foundation Server, IntelliTrace, and Managing Windows Azure.

Audience Profile

The primary audience for this course is cloud and datacenter administrators who are new to System Center 2012 R2 Operations Manager and are responsible for deploying, configuring, and operating it in their environments. The secondary audience includes cloud and datacenter administrators already familiar with Operations Manager and looking to upgrade their skills to include the latest features found in System Center 2012 Operations Manager, System Center 2012 SP1 Operations Manager, and System Center 2012 R2 Operations Manager.

At Course Completion

Upon completing this course, participants will be able to:

• Plan for the deployment of System Center 2012 R2 Operations Manager, including:
  • Defining hardware and software requirements.
  • Describing security considerations.
  • Designing a highly available System Center and Microsoft SQL Server platform using Microsoft SQL Server AlwaysOn.
  • Planning for migration and upgrade scenarios to System Center 2012 R2 Operations Manager.
• Customize the Operations Console with User Roles.
• Perform various methods of Agent deployment with System Center 2012 R2 Operations Manager.
• Implement key Management Pack concepts and elements, including Management Packs Templates.
• Configure Notifications, Reporting, and Service Level Tracking in System Center 2012 R2 Operations Manager.
• Set up the following:
  • Audit Collection Services.
  • Agentless Exception Monitoring.
  • The Operations Manager SharePoint Web Part in System Center 2012 R2 Operations Manager.
• Configure Application Performance Monitoring and Network Device monitoring in System Center 2012 R2 Operations Manager.
• Create dashboards and widgets in System Center 2012 R2 Operations Manager.
• Explain the use of new cloud-based features, including System Center Global Service Monitor and System Center Advisor.
• Configure integration between System Center 2012 R2 Operations Manager and other System Center 2012 R2 components.
• Troubleshoot an Operations Manager Management Group.
• Perform disaster recovery in System Center 2012 R2 Operations Manager, ensuring continuity for government operations.

About This Course

This five-day course will provide students with essential knowledge required to deploy and configure System Center 2016 Service Manager. Through hands-on labs, participants will gain insights into the following topics:

• The role of Service Manager within the System Center 2016 product suite.
• The business and technical requirements that Service Manager is designed to address.
• Alignment of Service Manager with ITIL and MOF frameworks.
• Strategies for architecting and implementing a System Center 2016 Service Manager deployment.
• Steps to upgrade an existing Service Manager 2012 R2 environment to System Center 2016.
• Customization of System Center 2016 Service Manager to meet corporate standards.
• Configuration of Incident and Problem Management processes.
• Implementation of Activity, Change, and Release Management practices.
• Management of Service Requests within the system.
• Setting up and managing Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Customization of the Self-Service Portal for enhanced user experience.
• Configuration of Reporting and Analysis features.
• Troubleshooting techniques and disaster recovery procedures in Service Manager.
• Creation of customized Service Manager forms to meet specific organizational needs.

Audience Profile

This course is designed for cloud and data center administrators who are new to System Center 2016 Service Manager and are responsible for deploying, configuring, and operating it in their cloud or data center environments. It is also suitable for administrators already familiar with Service Manager who wish to upgrade their skills to include the latest features found in System Center 2016 Service Manager.

At Course Completion

Upon completing this course, students will be able to:

• Describe the capabilities and functionalities of Service Manager 2016.
• Upgrade existing Service Manager environments to System Center 2016.
• Install and configure Service Manager 2016 effectively.
• Identify and articulate various use cases for Service Manager.
• Configure base settings in Service Manager 2016.
• Set up and manage Incident and Problem Management processes.
• Implement Activity, Change, and Release Management workflows.
• Manage Service Requests efficiently within the system.
• Automate business processes using Service Manager and Orchestrator.
• Configure and monitor Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Customize the Self-Service Portal to enhance user interaction.
• Utilize reporting and data analysis tools in Service Manager.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting and disaster recovery tasks in Service Manager.
• Create customized forms within Service Manager to meet specific organizational requirements for government.

In this 5-day course, participants will gain foundational knowledge in computer programming using Microsoft Visual Studio 2013 and either the Visual C# or Visual Basic programming languages. The course is designed for those with no prior programming experience and covers essential concepts necessary to advance to intermediate programming courses, such as 20483B: Programming in C#. The curriculum focuses on core programming principles, including computer storage, data types, decision structures, and loops. It also introduces object-oriented programming, covering topics such as classes, encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism. Additional coverage includes exception handling, application security, performance optimization, and memory management, all tailored to meet the needs of government agencies. Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to: - Explain fundamental programming concepts such as computer storage and processing. - Understand and work with computer number systems like binary. - Create and utilize variables and constants in programs. - Develop and use functions within a program. - Implement decision structures in computer programs. - Utilize repetition (loops) effectively in programming. - Comprehend the role of pseudocode in programming. - Work with basic data structures such as arrays, lists, stacks, and queues. - Apply object-oriented programming principles. - Design and use classes in computer programs. - Implement encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism. - Describe the base class library (BCL) within the .NET Framework. - Understand application security concepts. - Perform simple input/output operations in a program. - Identify and address application errors through debugging techniques and error handling. - Consider performance factors for applications. This course is designed to equip participants with the skills needed to support effective software development practices for government agencies.

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to: - Describe the processes involved in planning and applying a troubleshooting methodology for government use with Windows 10. - Troubleshoot startup issues and operating system services on a Windows 10 PC used in government environments. - Perform system recovery procedures for government systems. - Resolve issues related to hardware devices and device drivers in a government setting. - Administer Windows 10 devices within government agencies. - Troubleshoot network connectivity issues for government networks. - Configure Windows 10 devices using Group Policy for government compliance. - Configure and troubleshoot user settings for government employees. - Configure and troubleshoot resource access for government systems. - Implement remote connectivity solutions for government operations. - Deploy and troubleshoot applications in a government context. - Maintain Windows 10 devices to ensure ongoing reliability and security for government use.

About This Course

This three-day instructor-led course is designed for individuals transitioning into a database professional role or whose responsibilities are expanding to include database elements. The course covers essential database concepts, including database types, languages, and design methodologies.

Audience Profile

The primary audience for this course includes professionals who are moving into a database role or whose job duties now encompass database technologies.

At Course Completion

Upon completing this course, students will be able to:
• Describe key database concepts within the context of SQL Server 2016
• Identify and explain the database languages used in SQL Server 2016
• Apply data modeling techniques effectively
• Understand and implement normalization and denormalization techniques
• Recognize different relationship types and their impacts on database design
• Analyze how database design influences performance
• Utilize commonly employed database objects

This course is tailored to provide comprehensive training for government professionals seeking to enhance their database management skills.

About This Course

This five-day course is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to plan and administer a Microsoft SharePoint 2016 environment. The curriculum covers the deployment, administration, and troubleshooting of your SharePoint environment. Additionally, it provides guidelines, best practices, and considerations that will help optimize your SharePoint deployment for government use.

This course is the first in a series of two courses tailored for IT professionals and aligns with the SharePoint 2016 IT Pro certification.

Audience Profile

The course targets experienced IT professionals interested in learning how to install, configure, deploy, and manage SharePoint 2016 installations, whether in a data center or in the cloud. Participants typically have more than one year of hands-on experience with planning and maintaining SharePoint environments and at least two years of experience with core technologies that SharePoint depends on, such as Windows Server 2012 R2 or later, Internet Information Services (IIS), Microsoft SQL Server 2014 or later, Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS), and networking infrastructure services.

The minimally qualified candidate typically:

• Is an IT professional responsible for planning, implementing, and maintaining a multi-server deployment of SharePoint 2016.
• Possesses practical knowledge and experience with SharePoint Online.
• Has broad familiarity with SharePoint workloads.
• Has expertise in business continuity management, including data backup, restoration, and high availability.
• Is familiar with authentication and security technologies.
• Has hands-on experience with Windows PowerShell.

The hands-on or job experience should be from a solutions-based role where the candidate has worked on multiple SharePoint projects involving document management, content management, and search functionalities.

At Course Completion

• Describe the key features of SharePoint 2016.
• Design an information architecture for a SharePoint 2016 deployment.
• Design a logical architecture for a SharePoint 2016 deployment.
• Design the physical architecture for a SharePoint 2016 deployment.
• Install and configure SharePoint 2016.
• Create and configure web applications and site collections.
• Plan and configure service applications for a SharePoint 2016 deployment.
• Manage users and permissions, and secure content in a SharePoint 2016 deployment.
• Configure authentication in a SharePoint 2016 deployment.
• Configure platform and farm-level security in a SharePoint 2016 deployment.
• Manage information taxonomy in SharePoint web applications and site collections.
• Configure and manage user profiles and audiences.
• Configure and manage the search experience in SharePoint 2016.
• Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot a SharePoint 2016 deployment.

About This Course

This five-day course will provide comprehensive training on how to plan, configure, and manage advanced features in a SharePoint 2016 environment. Key areas of focus include implementing high availability, disaster recovery, service application architecture, and Microsoft Business Connectivity Services. The course also delves into social computing features, productivity and collaboration platforms, business intelligence solutions, Enterprise Content Management, web content management infrastructure, and app development. Additionally, participants will learn how to develop and implement a governance plan for government, as well as perform an upgrade or migration to SharePoint 2016.

This is the second in a series of two courses designed for IT Professionals and aligns with the SharePoint 2016 IT Pro certification.

Audience Profile

The course is tailored for experienced IT Professionals who are interested in learning how to install, configure, deploy, and manage SharePoint 2016 installations either in a data center or in the cloud. Participants should have more than four years of hands-on experience planning and maintaining SharePoint Server and other core technologies upon which SharePoint depends, including Windows Server 2012 R2 or later, Internet Information Services (IIS), Microsoft SQL Server 2014 R2 or later, Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS), and networking infrastructure services.

Participants should have completed Course 20339-1A: Planning and Administering Microsoft SharePoint 2016, or possess equivalent knowledge and experience before enrolling in this course. The minimally qualified candidate typically:

• Has a working knowledge of, and preferably hands-on experience with, Microsoft SharePoint Online.
• Is familiar with SharePoint Server workloads.
• Has experience with business continuity management, including data backup, restoration, and high availability.
• Has experience with authentication and security technologies.
• Has experience with Windows PowerShell.

The hands-on or job experience should be from a solutions-based role where the candidate has worked on multiple SharePoint Server solutions that include document management, content management, and search.

At Course Completion

Upon completing this course, participants will be able to:

• Describe the core architecture of SharePoint 2016 and its new and improved features.
• Explain the key hybrid features in SharePoint 2016.
• Plan and design a SharePoint 2016 environment to meet requirements for high availability and disaster recovery.
• Plan and implement Business Connectivity Services and Secure Store Service.
• Configure and manage productivity services for a SharePoint 2016 deployment.
• Manage solutions in a SharePoint 2016 deployment.
• Plan and configure social computing features.
• Plan and configure web content management for an Internet-facing environment.
• Plan and configure Enterprise Content Management in a SharePoint 2016 deployment.
• Plan and configure business intelligence solutions.
• Plan and configure work management, productivity, and collaboration platforms and features.
• Perform an upgrade or migration to SharePoint 2016.

About This Course

This course provides an introduction to HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript, designed to help students gain foundational skills in these technologies. It serves as an entry point into both web application and Windows Store apps development paths. The curriculum emphasizes the use of HTML5/CSS3/JavaScript for implementing programming logic, defining and using variables, performing looping and branching, developing user interfaces, capturing and validating user input, storing data, and creating well-structured applications. The laboratory scenarios are carefully selected to support and demonstrate various application structures, focusing on the principles and coding components that establish an HTML5 software application. This course utilizes Visual Studio 2017 running on Windows 10.

Audience Profile

This course is intended for professional developers with 6-12 months of programming experience who are interested in developing applications using HTML5, JavaScript, and CSS3 (either Windows Store apps for Windows 10 or web applications).

At Course Completion

After completing this course, students will be able to:

• Explain how to use Visual Studio 2017 to create and run a web application.
• Describe the new features of HTML5 and create and style HTML5 pages.
• Add interactivity to an HTML5 page using JavaScript.
• Create HTML5 forms with various input types and validate user input using HTML5 attributes and JavaScript code.
• Send and receive data from a remote data source using XMLHTTPRequest objects and the Fetch API.
• Style HTML5 pages using CSS3.
• Create well-structured and maintainable JavaScript code.
• Write modern JavaScript code and use Babel to ensure compatibility across all browsers.
• Utilize common HTML5 APIs in interactive web applications.
• Create web applications that support offline operations.
• Develop responsive HTML5 web pages that adapt to different devices and form factors.
• Add advanced graphics to an HTML5 page using Canvas elements and Scalable Vector Graphics (SVG).
• Enhance the user experience by adding animations to an HTML5 page.
• Use Web Sockets to facilitate real-time data exchange between a web application and a server.
• Improve the responsiveness of a web application performing long-running operations using Web Worker processes.
• Package web applications for production using WebPack.

This course is tailored to meet the needs of professionals in the public sector, ensuring that they have the skills necessary for government IT projects.

About This Course

This training course equips developers with the programming skills necessary to create Windows applications using the Visual C# language. Over five days, participants will review the fundamentals of Visual C# program structure, language syntax, and implementation details. They will also consolidate their knowledge by building an application that incorporates various features of the .NET Framework 4.7.

Audience Profile

This course is designed for experienced developers who have prior programming experience in languages such as C, C++, JavaScript, Objective-C, Microsoft Visual Basic, or Java and are familiar with object-oriented programming concepts. It is not intended for individuals new to programming; rather, it targets professional developers with at least one month of experience in an object-oriented environment.

At Course Completion

Upon completing this course, students will be able to:

• Describe the core syntax and features of Visual C#.
• Create methods, handle exceptions, and understand the monitoring requirements for large-scale applications.
• Implement the basic structure and essential elements of a typical desktop application.
• Create classes, define and implement interfaces, and create and use generic collections.
• Use inheritance to create a class hierarchy and extend a .NET Framework class.
• Read and write data using file input/output and streams, and serialize and deserialize data in various formats.
• Create and utilize an entity data model for database access and use LINQ to query data.
• Access and query remote data using the types in the System.Net namespace and WCF Data Services.
• Build a graphical user interface using XAML.
• Enhance the throughput and response time of applications by employing tasks and asynchronous operations.
• Integrate unmanaged libraries and dynamic components into a Visual C# application.
• Examine the metadata of types using reflection, create and use custom attributes, generate code at runtime, and manage assembly versions.
• Encrypt and decrypt data using symmetric and asymmetric encryption techniques.

This course is tailored to enhance the skills of developers for government and other professional environments, ensuring they are well-prepared to develop robust and efficient applications.

About This Course

In this course, participants will learn to develop advanced ASP.NET MVC applications using .NET Framework tools and technologies. The curriculum emphasizes coding activities that enhance the performance and scalability of web applications. The course introduces ASP.NET MVC and compares it with Web Forms, providing clarity on when each should be used. Additionally, this training prepares students for exam 70-486.

Audience Profile

This course is designed for professional web developers who use Microsoft Visual Studio in both individual and team-based environments, ranging from small to large development settings. It is suitable for individuals interested in developing advanced web applications and managing the rendered HTML comprehensively. Participants will learn to create websites that effectively separate the user interface, data access, and application logic.

At Course Completion

Upon completing this course, students will be able to:

• Describe the Microsoft Web Technologies stack and select an appropriate technology for developing any given application.
• Design the architecture and implementation of a web application that meets functional requirements, user interface standards, and business models.
• Create MVC Models and write code to implement business logic within Model methods, properties, and events.
• Add Controllers to an MVC Application to manage user interaction, update models, and select and return Views.
• Create Views in an MVC application that display and edit data, and interact with Models and Controllers.
• Run unit tests and debugging tools against a web application in Visual Studio and configure the application for troubleshooting.
• Develop a web application that uses the ASP.NET routing engine to present user-friendly URLs and a logical navigation hierarchy.
• Implement a consistent look and feel, including corporate branding, across an entire MVC web application.
• Use partial page updates and caching to reduce network bandwidth usage and accelerate responses to user requests.
• Write JavaScript code that runs on the client side and utilizes the jQuery script library to optimize the responsiveness of an MVC web application.
• Implement a complete membership system in an MVC web application.
• Build an MVC application that resists malicious attacks and persists information about users and preferences.
• Describe how to write a Microsoft Azure web service and call it from an MVC application.
• Explain the purpose of a Web API and why developers might add a Web API to an application.
• Modify the way browser requests are handled by an MVC application.
• Describe how to package and deploy an ASP.NET MVC web application from a development computer to a web server for staging or production, ensuring compliance with standards for government projects.

About This Course

This five-day, hands-on training course is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of Microsoft virtual desktop technology. The course will compare and contrast various technologies with specific use cases and best practices. Participants will gain skills in managing, monitoring, supporting, and troubleshooting Windows-based desktop virtualization solutions, including Microsoft Application Virtualization (App-V) Service Pack 2 (SP2), Microsoft User Experience Virtualization (UE-V), and Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) as part of Windows Server 2012 R2. This training is tailored to align with the needs and workflows for government IT professionals.

Audience Profile

This course is intended for IT administrators and implementers in large and mid-sized organizations, including those in the public sector, who wish to gain hands-on experience with the latest Microsoft desktop and application virtualization technologies. Participants will learn how to plan, implement, and manage virtual infrastructure solutions based on these technologies.

At Course Completion

After completing this course, students will be able to:

• Describe desktop and application virtualization concepts and their benefits.
• Plan and implement user state virtualization for efficient data management.
• Plan and deploy App-V to streamline application delivery.
• Configure and manage App-V clients effectively.
• Administer and maintain application virtualization environments.
• Understand the process of application sequencing to ensure compatibility and performance.
• Set up client Hyper-V for enhanced virtualization capabilities.
• Plan and deploy session-based desktops for shared resource optimization.
• Publish and configure RemoteApp programs for seamless user experience.
• Develop strategies for pooled personal desktops to enhance user productivity.
• Implement pooled and personal desktop solutions for diverse organizational needs.
• Configure Remote Access to ensure secure connectivity.
• Monitor the health of VDI infrastructure to maintain optimal performance and reliability.

About This Course

This five-day course provides detailed instruction on how to use Configuration Manager and its associated site systems to efficiently manage network resources for government. Participants will learn essential day-to-day management tasks, including the deployment and management of applications, client health monitoring, hardware and software inventory, operating system deployment, and software updates using Configuration Manager. The course also covers optimizing System Center Endpoint Protection, managing compliance, and creating management queries and reports.

Audience Profile

This course is designed for experienced information technology (IT) professionals, typically referred to as Enterprise Desktop Administrators (EDAs). These administrators are responsible for deploying, managing, and maintaining PCs, devices, and applications across medium, large, and enterprise organizations. A significant portion of this audience uses, or plans to use, the latest release of Configuration Manager to manage and deploy PCs, devices, and applications.

This course is also suitable for individuals preparing to take Exam 70-703: Administering System Center Configuration Manager and Cloud Services Integration.

At Course Completion

Upon completing this course, students will be able to:

• Explain the features of Configuration Manager and Intune and how these can be utilized to manage PCs and mobile devices in an enterprise environment for government.
• Analyze data using queries and reports.
• Prepare a management infrastructure by configuring boundaries, boundary groups, and resource discovery, and integrating mobile-device management with Microsoft Exchange Server.
• Deploy and manage the Configuration Manager client.
• Configure, manage, and monitor hardware and software inventory, and utilize Asset Intelligence and software metering.
• Determine and configure the most appropriate method to distribute and manage content for deployments.
• Distribute, deploy, and monitor applications for managed users and systems.
• Maintain software updates for PCs managed by Configuration Manager.
• Implement Endpoint Protection for managed PCs.
• Manage configuration items, baselines, and profiles to assess and configure compliance settings and data access for users and devices.
• Configure an operating-system deployment strategy using Configuration Manager.
• Manage and maintain a Configuration Manager site.

This five-day course provides detailed instruction on implementing and managing a virtualization infrastructure in a software-defined datacenter using Microsoft System Center 2016 Virtual Machine Manager. The course also covers how to monitor the infrastructure with Microsoft System Center Operations Manager and protect it with Microsoft System Center Data Protection Manager, ensuring robust solutions for government agencies. ### At Course Completion - Explain various virtualization options. - Install and manage Hyper-V on Windows Server 2016. - Install and configure System Center 2016 Virtual Machine Manager. - Manage storage fabric and fabric updates. - Configure and manage the Virtual Machine Manager library and library objects. - Manage the networking fabric. - Create and manage virtual machines using Virtual Machine Manager. - Manage clouds in Virtual Machine Manager. - Manage services in Virtual Machine Manager. - Monitor a virtualization infrastructure using System Center Operations Manager. - Implement and manage Microsoft Hyper-V Replica and Microsoft Azure Site Recovery. - Protect virtualization infrastructure using Data Protection Manager for government operations.

Upon completion of this course in Texas, participants will be able to: • Understand operating system configurations for government systems. • Install and upgrade client systems. • Manage applications effectively. • Manage files and folders securely. • Manage devices efficiently. • Understand the principles of operating system maintenance.

About This Course

This three-day MTA Training course is designed to help participants prepare for Microsoft Technology Associate Exam 98-372 and gain a comprehensive understanding of key topics, including .NET Framework Concepts, Namespaces and Classes in the .NET Framework, .NET Code Compilation, I/O Classes in the .NET Framework, Security, .NET Languages, and Memory Management. The course content aligns with the Microsoft Official Academic Course (MOAC) for this exam, ensuring that participants receive thorough and accurate training.

Audience Profile

The Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) is a certification program developed by Microsoft to validate essential knowledge required for individuals beginning their careers in technology. This program serves as an appropriate entry point for those interested in pursuing a career using Microsoft technologies. It assumes some hands-on experience or training but does not require on-the-job experience.

At Course Completion

Upon completing this course, students will be able to:

• Demonstrate an understanding of .NET Framework Concepts
• Explain Namespaces and Classes in the .NET Framework
• Understand the process of .NET Code Compilation
• Utilize I/O Classes in the .NET Framework effectively
• Comprehend Security principles within the .NET Framework
• Identify and describe various .NET Languages
• Manage Memory efficiently within the .NET environment

This course is tailored to support professionals and learners in enhancing their technical skills, ensuring they are well-prepared for both certification and practical application in technology roles, including those for government.

About This Course

This three-day MTA Training course is designed to help participants prepare for the Microsoft Technology Associate Exam 98-373. It covers essential topics such as working with physical devices, using data with mobile services, utilizing a mobile application development environment, and developing mobile applications. The content of this course aligns with the materials provided in the Microsoft Official Academic Course (MOAC) for this exam.

Audience Profile

The Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) certification is a new suite of technology exams offered by Microsoft that validate foundational knowledge necessary for individuals starting their careers in technology. This program serves as an appropriate entry point for those interested in pursuing a future in the tech industry and assumes some hands-on experience or training, though it does not require on-the-job experience.

At Course Completion

Upon completing this course, students will be able to:

• Work with physical devices effectively
• Utilize data with mobile services
• Operate a mobile application development environment
• Develop mobile applications

This course is tailored to support professional growth and aligns with the needs of individuals seeking to enhance their skills for government and private sector roles.

About This Course

This five-day Training 2-Pack is designed to help participants prepare for Microsoft Technology Associate Exams 98-361 and 98-365. The course covers essential topics such as Core Programming, Object-Oriented Programming, General Software Development, Web Applications, Desktop Applications, Databases, Managing the Application Life Cycle, Building User Interfaces with HTML5, Formatting User Interfaces with CSS, and Coding with JavaScript. This training utilizes content from Microsoft Official Academic Courses (MOAC) for these exams, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the material.

Audience Profile

The Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) certification is Microsoft’s latest suite of technology exams that validate foundational knowledge necessary to start a career using Microsoft technologies. This program serves as an appropriate entry point for future careers in technology and assumes some hands-on experience or training, though it does not require on-the-job experience.

At Course Completion

Upon completing this course, participants will be able to:

• Demonstrate understanding of Core Programming principles
• Explain the concepts of Object-Oriented Programming
• Understand the fundamentals of General Software Development
• Develop Web Applications effectively
• Create Desktop Applications with confidence
• Work with Databases proficiently
• Manage the Application Life Cycle efficiently
• Build User Interfaces using HTML5
• Format User Interfaces using CSS
• Code applications using JavaScript

This training is tailored to meet the needs of professionals and individuals seeking to enhance their skills for government and private sector roles, ensuring alignment with current industry standards and best practices.

This five-day Training 2-Pack course is designed to help participants prepare for Microsoft Technology Associate Exams 98-361 and 98-372, while building a comprehensive understanding of key topics including Core Programming, Object-Oriented Programming, General Software Development, Web Applications, Desktop Applications, Databases, .NET Framework Concepts, Namespaces and Classes in the .NET Framework, .NET Code Compilation, I/O Classes in the .NET Framework, Security, .NET Languages, and Memory Management. The course content aligns with the material found in the Microsoft Official Academic Courses (MOAC) for these exams, ensuring a robust preparation experience for government professionals.

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

• Demonstrate an understanding of Core Programming
• Explain Object-Oriented Programming principles
• Comprehend General Software Development methodologies
• Analyze Web Applications and their development processes
• Evaluate Desktop Applications and their design considerations
• Understand the structure and management of Databases
• Grasp .NET Framework Concepts and their application in software development for government
• Identify and utilize Namespaces and Classes within the .NET Framework
• Describe the process of .NET Code Compilation
• Utilize I/O Classes in the .NET Framework effectively
• Implement Security measures in software applications
• Understand various .NET Languages and their uses
• Manage Memory efficiently in software development environments

This 5-day Microsoft Official Course offers hands-on instruction and practice in administering Active Directory technologies for government in Windows Server 2012 and Windows Server 2012 R2. Participants will gain the skills necessary to better manage and protect data access and information, simplify deployment and management of identity infrastructure, and provide more secure access to data. The course covers key features such as Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS), Group Policy, Dynamic Access Control (DAC), Work Folders, Workplace Join, Certificate Services, Rights Management Services (RMS), Federation Services, and the integration of on-premises environments with cloud-based technologies like Windows Azure Active Directory. Practical learning is enhanced through hands-on exercises in a virtual lab environment.

Audience:

This course is designed for Information Technology (IT) Professionals who have experience with Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) and are seeking to expand their knowledge and skills using Access and Information Protection technologies in Windows Server 2012 and Windows Server 2012 R2. The target audience typically includes:

• AD DS Administrators looking to deepen their expertise in the latest Access and Information Protection technologies with Windows Server 2012 and Windows Server 2012 R2.
• System or Infrastructure administrators with foundational AD DS experience who are interested in building on that knowledge and cross-training into advanced Active Directory technologies in Windows Server 2012 and Windows Server 2012 R2.
• IT Professionals who have completed the 10967A: Fundamentals of a Windows Server Infrastructure course and are looking to expand their Active Directory knowledge.

This course is designed to equip IT professionals with the skills necessary to manage core Windows Server workloads and services using on-premises, hybrid, and cloud technologies. Participants will learn how to implement and manage solutions for identity, management, compute, networking, and storage in a Windows Server hybrid environment. The curriculum emphasizes best practices and strategies that are essential for government IT professionals to effectively support public sector workflows, governance, and accountability.

This instructor-led, live training in Texas (online or onsite) is designed for government IT professionals at the beginner level who wish to gain a foundational understanding of Microsoft Azure and cloud computing.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Grasp fundamental cloud concepts.
• Identify key Azure services.
• Explain core solutions and management tools available in Azure.
• Understand general security and network security features for government use.
• Comprehend identity, governance, privacy, and compliance features relevant to the public sector.
• Familiarize themselves with Azure cost management and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) for government operations.

About This Course

This course will cover the various methods and best practices aligned with business and technical requirements for modeling, visualizing, and analyzing data using Power BI. It will also demonstrate how to access and process data from a wide range of sources, including both relational and non-relational databases. Additionally, the course will delve into implementing appropriate security standards and policies across the Power BI environment, encompassing datasets and groups. Furthermore, it will explore the management and deployment of reports and dashboards for sharing and content distribution, ensuring alignment with public sector workflows and governance.

Audience Profile

The target audience for this course includes data professionals and business intelligence specialists who wish to master accurate data analysis using Power BI. This course is also designed for individuals responsible for developing reports that effectively visualize data from both cloud-based and on-premises platforms, enhancing decision-making processes for government.

Skills Gained

• Ingest, clean, and transform data
• Model data to optimize performance and scalability
• Design and create reports for comprehensive data analysis
• Apply advanced report analytics techniques
• Manage and share report assets effectively

In this course, participants will learn to support and configure Windows desktops in an organizational environment for government use. They will develop skills including the installation, customization, and updating of Windows 10 and later operating systems. Participants will also learn how to manage storage, files, and devices, as well as how to configure network connectivity for Windows. Additionally, they will gain knowledge on securing the Windows OS and protecting data on the device. Finally, participants will learn how to manage and troubleshoot Windows clients effectively. ### Audience Profile This course is designed for IT professionals who are responsible for performing installation, configuration, general local management, and maintenance of Windows 10 and later core services in a government setting. Participants may also have familiarity with enterprise scenarios and cloud-integrated services.

In this course, students will learn to plan and execute an endpoint deployment strategy using contemporary deployment techniques and implementing update strategies for government environments. The curriculum introduces essential elements of modern management, co-management approaches, and the integration of Microsoft Intune. It covers app deployment, management of browser-based applications, and key security concepts such as authentication, identities, access, and compliance policies. Technologies like Azure Active Directory, Azure Information Protection, and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint are explored to protect devices and data in alignment with public sector workflows, governance, and accountability.

In this course, participants will learn how to plan and implement an operating system deployment strategy using modern deployment methods, as well as how to develop an effective update strategy. The curriculum introduces key components of modern management and co-management strategies, with a focus on incorporating Microsoft Intune into organizational workflows for government. Students will also explore methods for deploying and managing apps and browser-based applications. Additionally, the course covers essential security concepts in modern management, including authentication, identities, access, and compliance policies. Participants will gain hands-on experience with technologies such as Azure Active Directory, Azure Information Protection, and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, learning how to leverage these tools to safeguard devices and data. ### Audience Profile The Modern Desktop Administrator is responsible for deploying, configuring, securing, managing, and monitoring devices and client applications in an enterprise environment. Key responsibilities include managing identity, access, policies, updates, and apps. The MDA collaborates with the M365 Enterprise Administrator to design and implement a device strategy that meets the business needs of a modern organization, particularly within the context of government operations. The Modern Desktop Administrator should be familiar with M365 workloads and possess strong skills and experience in deploying, configuring, and maintaining Windows 10 and later versions, as well as non-Windows devices. The role emphasizes cloud services over on-premises management technologies, ensuring alignment with current trends and best practices for government IT environments.

This course provides a comprehensive overview of Office 365 Management, including the key components of Office 365, strategies for transitioning an organization to Office 365, configuration procedures, and management techniques for Office 365 ProPlus deployments.

Audience Profile

This course is tailored for individuals who are aspiring to the Microsoft 365 Enterprise Admin role and have already completed one of the Microsoft 365 role-based administrator certification paths.

Skills Gained

• Understand the overview of Office 365
• Plan and execute an organization's transition to Office 365
• Configure Office 365 settings and services
• Manage Office 365 ProPlus deployments effectively

This training is designed to equip participants with the necessary skills and knowledge for government organizations to optimize their use of Office 365, ensuring efficient and secure operations.

This three-day instructor-led course is designed for government professionals transitioning from earlier versions of SQL Server to gain an introduction to the new features in SQL Server 2016.

Skills Gained

• Describe key capabilities and components of SQL Server 2016
• Explain new and enhanced performance features in SQL Server
• Detail new and improved security measures in SQL Server
• Outline advancements in SQL Server Availability and Scalability
• Discuss new and enhanced reporting and Power BI capabilities in SQL Server 2016
• Identify new and enhanced data access features
• Describe new and improved functionalities in SQL Server OLAP
• Explain the new cloud functionality in SQL Server for government use

This five-day instructor-led course equips participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to maintain a Microsoft SQL Server 2014 database. The curriculum emphasizes the use of SQL Server 2014 product features and tools essential for database maintenance. Note: This course is tailored for individuals interested in learning about SQL Server 2012 or SQL Server 2014. It highlights the new features introduced in SQL Server 2014, while also covering critical capabilities across the SQL Server data platform. The training is designed to support effective database management and aligns with best practices for government agencies.

This five-day instructor-led course is designed to equip professionals responsible for administering and maintaining SQL Server databases with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively manage an SQL Server database infrastructure. It is also beneficial for those who develop applications that retrieve and present data from SQL Server databases, ensuring alignment with public sector workflows and governance requirements for government operations.

This course is designed to instruct participants in the provisioning of SQL Server databases, both on-premises and within SQL Azure, ensuring alignment with best practices for government.

This one-day course is designed for government SharePoint team members and end users who need to understand how to utilize the team collaboration, document management, and social features of Microsoft SharePoint 2016. The class includes live inline interactive labs where participants engage with both SharePoint and their peers.

Skills Gained

• Navigate SharePoint sites for government.
• Manage content in lists and libraries.
• Create and edit Alerts.
• Collaborate using Tasks lists, Calendars, and Document libraries.
• Work with libraries, including uploading, downloading, editing, content approval, check out/in, and versioning.
• Use the SharePoint social features.
• Utilize OneDrive for Business.

The Microsoft SharePoint Hybrid Deployment and Migration course is designed to provide comprehensive training on deploying SharePoint on-premises and integrating it with SharePoint Online and OneDrive to support modern hybrid work environments.

This instructor-led, live training (available online or onsite) is tailored for intermediate to advanced IT professionals who are tasked with planning, deploying, securing, and migrating content in SharePoint hybrid environments between on-premises and Microsoft 365.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Design and deploy SharePoint Server on-premises, including the necessary infrastructure and service applications.
• Configure authentication, security, and identity integration between on-premises systems and Azure Active Directory (AD).
• Manage service applications such as Search and Metadata in a hybrid mode.
• Plan and implement various hybrid scenarios, including hybrid search and OneDrive redirection.
• Evaluate, select, and operate migration tools and strategies to efficiently move content to SharePoint Online and OneDrive.
• Ensure governance, compliance, performance, and a positive user experience during and after the migration process.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lectures and discussions.
• Hands-on labs for configuring on-premises SharePoint and hybrid features.
• Migration scenarios, troubleshooting exercises, and performance tuning activities.

Course Customization Options

• For government agencies requiring a customized training program, please contact us to arrange the specific needs for your organization.

TARGET AUDIENCE

This course is designed for individuals with a foundational knowledge of Microsoft® Windows® who require proficiency in using Outlook as an email client to effectively manage email communications, calendar events, contact information, and other related tasks. The course is particularly relevant for government employees seeking to enhance their digital communication skills within the context of public sector workflows.

This course will equip you with the skills to develop applications using low-code techniques, streamlining, automating, and enhancing business tasks and processes through Microsoft Power Platform for government.

Upon completing this course, participants will be able to:

• Design applications and automate workflows
• Create and deploy applications and automated workflows
• Analyze and visualize data within the context of an application or automated workflow
• Implement and manage applications and automated workflows effectively

The Solution Architect plays a crucial role in the successful design, implementation, deployment, and adoption of an overall solution for government projects. They ensure that the solution meets the current and future needs of the agency or department. In this course, participants will gain insights into the critical decisions a Solution Architect makes during implementation, including security measures, integration strategies, Power Apps architecture, Power Automate architecture, and more. This course is designed to provide an introduction to the responsibilities and best practices of the Solution Architect role for government agencies.

Understand the business value and product capabilities of Power Platform for government. Learn to create simple Power Apps, connect data using Common Data Service, build a Power BI Dashboard, automate processes with Power Automate, and develop chatbots with Power Virtual Agents.

After completing this course, students will be able to:

• Describe the components of Power Platform for government
• Explain Common Data Service, Connectors, and AI Builder for government use cases
• Understand cross-cloud scenarios across M365, Dynamics 365, Microsoft Azure, and third-party services for government applications
• Identify the benefits and capabilities of Power Platform for government operations
• Recognize the basic functionality and business value of Power Platform components for government agencies
• Implement simple solutions with Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, and Power Virtual Agents for government workflows

About This Course

This three-day MTA Training course is designed to prepare participants for the Microsoft Technology Associate Exam 98-368, and to build a foundational understanding of key topics including device configurations, data access and management, device security, cloud services, and enterprise mobility. The course is tailored to meet the needs of professionals in the public sector, ensuring alignment with best practices and standards for government.

Audience Profile

The Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) certification is Microsoft’s introductory suite of technology exams that validate essential knowledge required to start a career using Microsoft technologies. This program serves as an appropriate entry point for individuals considering a future in the technology field, and it assumes some hands-on experience or training but does not require on-the-job experience.

At Course Completion

Upon completing this course, you will be able to:

• Comprehend device configurations
• Manage data access and management effectively
• Implement device security measures
• Navigate cloud services
• Understand enterprise mobility solutions