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Microsoft 070-486 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Microsoft |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Developing ASP.NET MVC 4 Web Applications |
| Exam Number: | 70-486 |
| Real Exam Qty: | 40-60 |
| Available Languages: | Chinese (Simplified), English, Chinese (Traditional), German, Portuguese (Brazil), Japanese, French |
| Exam Price: | $165 USD |
| Certificate Validity Period: | Retired January 31, 2021; No longer active |
| Passing Score: | 700 / 1000 |
| Related Certifications: | MCSD: Web Applications MCSA: Web Applications |
| Exam Format: | Drag-and-drop, Scenario-based, Multiple choice, Multiple response, Hot area |
| Exam Duration: | 120 minutes |
| Recommended Training: | Exam Ref 70-486 Study Guide Microsoft Official Course 20486D |
| Exam Registration: | Pearson VUE (No longer accepting registrations) Microsoft Learn Exam Page |
| Sample Questions: | ![]() |
| Exam Way: | Proctored exam, delivered online or at authorized test centers (retired) |
| Pre Condition: | Minimum 3-5 years of experience developing ASP.NET MVC solutions; knowledge of Azure Web Apps; familiarity with Visual Studio |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/credentials/certifications/exams/70-486/ |
Microsoft 070-486 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: Develop the user experience | 15-20% | - Design and implement MVC controllers and actions - Control application behavior using MVC extensibility points - Design and implement routes - Implement model binding and serialization - Implement client-side scripting |
| Topic 2: Troubleshoot and debug web applications | 20-25% | - Design exception handling strategy - Debug Azure applications - Analyze and optimize performance - Prevent and troubleshoot runtime issues - Test web applications |
| Topic 3: Design the application architecture | 15-20% | - Design caching strategy - Design distributed architecture - Configure state management - Design and implement Azure Web Apps lifecycle - Plan application layers - Implement WebSockets strategy |
| Topic 4: Design the user experience | 15-20% | - Plan for search engine optimization and accessibility - Design UI layout and structure - Plan UI behavior - Design responsive UI - Plan and implement globalization and localization |
| Topic 5: Design and implement security | 15-20% | - Manage application security - Implement authorization - Protect against common web vulnerabilities - Implement authentication - Implement data security |
| Topic 6: Design the build and deployment architecture | 10-15% | - Implement Azure deployment strategy - Implement on-premises deployment strategy - Design publishing strategy - Design browser artifact build strategy |
Microsoft Developing ASP.NET MVC 4 Web Applications (070-486) — Questions Candidates Actually Ask
The 070-486 exam, officially known as Microsoft Developing ASP.NET MVC 4 Web Applications, is the Microsoft test that leads to the MCSA: Web Applications; Microsoft Specialist; MCSD: Web Applications certification at the Specialist / Associate level. Passing it validates the skills employers expect from a certified professional. It is also associated with related credentials such as MCSA: Web Applications, MCSD: Web Applications.
The 070-486 exam contains 40-60 questions, and you have 120 minutes to complete them. Work out your per-question pace before test day, and flag slow items instead of stalling on them — time pressure, not knowledge, sinks many first attempts. Timed mock exams in the Actual4Exams test engines are the most reliable way to build that rhythm.
The passing score for the 070-486 exam is 700 / 1000, and the official registration fee is $165 USD. If you miss the mark, a retake means paying the full fee again, so book your seat only when you are ready. A practical benchmark: score consistently above the passing line on timed practice tests before scheduling the real exam.
Minimum 3-5 years of experience developing ASP.NET MVC solutions; knowledge of Azure Web Apps; familiarity with Visual Studio
Entry requirements can change, so confirm the latest conditions on the official exam page: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/credentials/certifications/exams/70-486/.
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The official Microsoft Developing ASP.NET MVC 4 Web Applications outline is organized into 6 domains. The first three are:
- Design the application architecture — 15-20% of the exam
- Troubleshoot and debug web applications — 20-25% of the exam
- Design and implement security — 15-20% of the exam
See the complete exam topics section above for the full outline and the weighting of every domain.
Microsoft Developing ASP.NET MVC 4 Web Applications Sample Questions:
Question 1
You need to ensure that URLs for log manipulation are mapped to the controller.
You have the following code:
Which code segments should you include in Target 1 and Target 2 to map the URLs? To answer, drag the appropriate code segments to the correct targets. Each code segment may be used once, more than once, or not at all. You need to drag the split bar between panes or scroll to view content.
Question 2
You are developing an ASP.NET MVC application.
The application must allow users to enter JavaScript in a feedback text box only.
You need to disable request validation.
What should you do?
A. Use the HttpRequest.Form property to read the unvalidated form value.
B. Apply and set the ValidateInput attribute on the text box to FALSE.
C. Use the HttpRequest.Unvalidated property to read the unvalidated form value.
D. Apply and set the CausesClientSideValidation attribute on the text box to FALSE.
Question 3
You are designing a hybrid application that runs across a Microsoft Azure data center and your company's on-premises enterprise environment.
You have the following requirements:
Windows Communication Foundation (WCF) services that reside within the corporate enterprise network must be securely exposed to the public cloud.
A firewall connection and intrusive changes to the corporate network infrastructure are not allowed.
You need to design the application to meet the requirements.
How should you design the application? To answer, drag the appropriate item to the correct location or locations. Each item may be used once, more than once or not at all. You may need to drag the split bar between panes or scroll to view content.
NOTE: Each correct selection is worth one point.
Question 4
You are maintaining an ASP.NET MVC application that runs on Azure. Remote debugging is enabled for this role, but the input endpoints for remote debugging have been removed for security reasons. You do not have permission to view the Azure Portal for this deployment. You can log on by using Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP).
You must attach the input endpoints to enable remote debugging.
You need to add the input endpoints to enable remote debugging.
Which file should you modify?
A. E:\entrypoint.txt
B. C:\Config\<DeploymentD>.WebRole.1xml
C. C:\Config\<GUID>.ccf
D. E:\ <GUID>.csman
Question 5
The designer for the website gave you the following image as the design for the page.
The normal color for the tab is *2da4c2, and the color when the mouse is over the tab is #ffd800.
The HTML that implements the navigation tab is as follows.
You need to implement the design.
What should you do? (To answer, select the appropriate options in the answer area.)

Solutions:
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