I spent the long, PA winter writing a training kit for ASP.NET 3.5. I actually started the project in the fall of 2008. I got the final chapters done in January 2009 and spent the next couple months in editing, review, and waiting on production. My intent was to complete the book before the weather broke (it finally has). I am happy to say that after a ton of work, and months and months of long hours, this book has been released!

I hope it finds a useful spot in your current library. The book helps developers learn about the many features of ASP.NET 3.5 including web sites, controls, AJAX, WCF, globalization, and much more. The book is focused on the certification exam. However, those looking to dig into ASP.NET 3.5 will hopefully also find it very useful.

The training kit is focused on developers looking to pass the Microsoft Certified Technical Specialist Exam 70-562 (Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5, ASP.NET Application Development). For those looking to take the exam, the book includes:

• The chapters (study guide): each chapter includes lesson review questions and case scenarios.
• Labs: each chapter has one or more labs with sample code included on a CD (in both VB and C#)
• 15% off exam discount voucher is included with the book
• Practice tests: the book’s CD includes a test engine and over 300 sample questions
• Trial edition of Visual Studio 2008 Pro is included with the book
• An eBook is included on the CD for searching the book

You can get more information on the book from Microsoft’s Learning site:

• Exam preparation guide
• Link to details about the book (including purchase options)