Cross-Platform Web Development with ASP.NET Core MVC Practice Exam

Cross-Platform Web Development with ASP.NET Core MVC Practice Exam

About Cross-Platform Web Development with ASP.NET Core MVC Exam

The Cross-Platform Web Development with ASP.NET Core MVC exam evaluates a developer's proficiency in creating web applications using ASP.NET Core MVC, a powerful framework for building dynamic, scalable, and cross-platform applications. The exam focuses on key areas such as configuring and deploying applications, working with controllers and views, handling data access, and implementing advanced features like security, authentication, and authorization. It ensures that candidates have a solid understanding of how to build, test, and maintain robust ASP.NET Core MVC applications across multiple platforms, such as Windows, Linux, and macOS.

Skills Required

• Understand the Model-View-Controller (MVC) pattern and how it is implemented in ASP.NET Core.
• Configure and manage controllers, views, and models in ASP.NET Core MVC applications.
• Use routing to manage URLs and request handling effectively.
• Develop and deploy ASP.NET Core MVC applications across different operating systems, including Windows, Linux, and macOS.
• Ensure compatibility and optimize application performance for cross-platform environments.
• Integrate and configure Entity Framework Core for database interactions.
• Implement CRUD (Create, Read, Update, Delete) operations using EF Core with models and views.
• Implement secure authentication mechanisms using ASP.NET Core Identity or other authentication providers.
• Configure authorization and role-based access control to manage user permissions.
• Implement data protection strategies, including encryption and secure data storage.
• Prevent common security vulnerabilities like SQL injection, Cross-Site Scripting (XSS), and Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF).
• Integrate RESTful APIs into ASP.NET Core MVC applications for enhanced functionality.
• Handle HTTP requests and responses effectively using services like JSON and XML.
• Use Razor Views and Partial Views to create dynamic, responsive user interfaces.
• Implement modern front-end technologies (e.g., JavaScript, CSS frameworks) in ASP.NET Core MVC applications.
• Deploy ASP.NET Core MVC applications to cloud platforms like Microsoft Azure or Linux-based servers.
• Identify performance bottlenecks and implement solutions to improve application efficiency.
• Utilize caching, lazy loading, and asynchronous programming to enhance application performance.

Who should take the Exam?

This exam is ideal for web developers who wish to validate their expertise in creating cross-platform web applications using ASP.NET Core MVC. Candidates should have experience in full-stack development and a deep understanding of how ASP.NET Core enables the creation of scalable and secure applications across multiple platforms. The following individuals should consider taking this exam:

• Web Developers
• Full-Stack Developers
• Backend Developers
• Security Professionals
• DevOps Engineers
• Aspiring Web Developers

Course Outline

The Cross-Platform Web Development with ASP.NET Core MVC Exam covers the following topics - 

Domain 1 - Introduction

• Overview of the Course

Domain 2 - Environment Setup

• Create a GitHub Account
• Install .NET 7 SDK
• Install Visual Studio Code (for any operating system)
• Alternative: Install Visual Studio 2022 (Windows and Mac)
• Install SQL Server Express (Windows)
• Alternative: Install SQL Server on Docker (for any operating system)
• Install Microsoft Data Studio

Domain 3 - Set Up ASP.NET Core MVC Application

• Create an ASP.NET Core MVC Project in Visual Studio Code
• Create an ASP.NET Core MVC Project in Visual Studio
• Explore Visual Studio Code
• Overview of Project Files and Folders
• Add the Project to GitHub

Domain 4 - Manipulating Website Views and Layout

• Understanding the Layout File and Bootstrap Framework
• Modify the Homepage
• Create an About Us Page
• Add the Project to GitHub

Domain 5 - Adding a Database

• Connect to Database with Azure Data Studio
• Create the Database
• Scaffold the Database with Entity Framework Core
• Scaffold Views and Controllers - Part 1
• Understand Scaffolded Controllers
• Understand Scaffolded Views
• Scaffold Views and Controllers - Part 2
• Add the Project to GitHub

Domain 6 - Customizing Views and Elements

• Section Overview
• Apply Bootstrap Styling
• Implement Delete Functionality Using jQuery
• Add DataTables for Data Management
• Add Custom Labels
• Manage Database Changes
• Fix Syntax Errors
• Add the Project to GitHub

Domain 7 - Website Authentication

• Overview of Authentication Concepts
• Register for Auth0
• Test Authentication
• Set Up User-Related Pages
• Final Touches and Refinements
• Add the Project to GitHub