What the latest Microsoft Learning program changes mean for IT pros

Microsoft has updated its Microsoft Learning pages , covering topics from training and certification - a possible sign of more changes to come. Some changes are predictable - to move to a modern, user interface and layout of the tiles , others are more subtle - categories certifications reorganization and renewed use of the terminology of Microsoft Certified Professional.

The new homepage for the learning program (MS ) training and certification of the content in a variety of categories are also broken, including a collection of the latest posts from the Born to Learn blog , which is a great source of information training . There is also a list of major computer certifications including surprisingly the oldest and discoloration Microsoft Certified IT Professional ( MCITP ) , along with new certifications like Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert , Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate and Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer ( MCSD ) .

Windows professionals can expect to see a quote on the benefits of certification for the area of ​​computer and regularly change the list of what's popular now . Learning Looks like MS is taking a more social approach and user training and certification that allows car users and the items on the page.

What the changes to Microsoft Learning program training pages mean

When you follow the link behind the "Find Training" tile on the MS Learning homepage, the same categories appear, but a number of topics have been added to three of them:

• The Server category gains entries for Virtualization, Cloud and Systems Center.
• The Application category gains an entry for Microsoft Dynamics.
• The Developer pages gain entries for Visual Studio, Windows Azure and Windows Phone.

MS Learning is targeting specific platforms or technology areas of great interest to training buyers in a number of certifications to some extent or in areas where MS sells an important platform -- namely, Microsoft Dynamics -- for which the company offers no certifications yet.

What's missing from the Microsoft Learning roadmap?

Sometimes the points of view of the programs Microsoft Learning missing parts are as important as what is included. In looking over the second floor , the largest Certified Technical Specialist and Microsoft MCITP credential , most of whom are retired or scheduled for retirement, are missing. (There are some exceptions set out in section certification paths. ) Similarly, the level of master certs and recently retired architect, who withdrew from circulation in late 2013, is absent. The new roadmap seems to be an attempt to cleaning to remove mentions of credentials Passe focus on what's current and continuing into the future.

On the basis of what is evident in the new structure and organization , I also assume that Microsoft is bringing his credentials based Office , Office 365 and Microsoft Dynamics more closely with other certifications synchronization application . Do not be surprised Dynamics certifications appear in 2014 and 2015 when the company sinks deeper into its popular line of business. I also hope that more credentials for Windows Phone, maybe some kind of a CMDS, if the company maintains its investment in and focus on that platform.
Learning high command in MS has also indicated that the credentials of the teachers and the level of architect cannot be off the table forever. This status can change if the company can find a way to offer such a high at the most reasonable prices certs and with a broader appeal than previous offerings.