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Exam 70-461: Querying Microsoft SQL Server 2012/2014

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This exam retired on January 31, 2021. For currently available options, please refer to the Browse Certifications and Exams page.

 
This exam is intended for SQL Server database administrators, system engineers, and developers with two or more years of experience, who are seeking to validate their skills and knowledge in writing queries.

Important

In December 2015, this exam was evaluated for applicability to both SQL Server 2012 and SQL Server 2014. It was determined that no updates to exam objectives were required.

Part of the requirements for: MCSA: SQL Server 2012/2014

Related exams: none

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  • 70-461: Querying Microsoft SQL Server 2012/2014

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    This exam is intended for SQL Server database administrators, system engineers, and developers with two or more years of experience, who are seeking to validate their skills and knowledge in writing queries.

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    All objectives of the exam are covered in depth so you'll be ready for any question on the exam.

Skills measured

  • Create database objects (20-25%)
  • Work with data (25-30%)
  • Modify data (20-25%)
  • Troubleshoot and optimize (25-30%)

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