Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer: App Builder

The MCSD: App Builder certification is intended for those interested in the future of the web and mobile app development, Global Knowledge said, and validates that technicians have the skills needed to build modern mobile and/or web applications and services.

Earnings the MCSD: App Builder qualifies certificate-seekers for a position as an application developer.

The first step toward the MCSD: App Builder is earning the Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate in Web Applications or Universal Windows Platform. From there, prospects must pass an exam focused on Microsoft Azure, the Universal Windows Platform, SharePoint Server 2013 or Microsoft Visual Studio.

The certification never expires, but technicians can re-certify each year by passing an additional exam from a corresponding list of electives.