Short on study time before your 70-488 exam? The 131 practice questions from Actual4Exams focus on the objectives that matter most in the Microsoft Developing Microsoft SharePoint Server 2013 Core Solutions test, so every review session counts. Download the PDF and turn spare minutes into real progress.
Microsoft 70-488 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Microsoft |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Developing Microsoft SharePoint Server 2013 Core Solutions |
| Exam Number: | 70-488 |
| Certificate Validity Period: | Retired September 30, 2019; no longer active |
| Exam Format: | Multiple response, Scenario-based, Drag and drop, Multiple choice |
| Related Certifications: | Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) MCSD: SharePoint Applications |
| Real Exam Qty: | 40–60 |
| Exam Duration: | 120 minutes |
| Exam Price: | $165 USD (varies by region) |
| Passing Score: | 700 / 1000 |
| Available Languages: | German, Chinese (Simplified), Portuguese (Brazil), French, Japanese, English |
| Recommended Training: | Microsoft Official Course 20488 |
| Exam Registration: | Pearson VUE Microsoft Exam Page |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Onsite at Pearson VUE test centers / Online proctored (before retirement) |
| Pre Condition: | No mandatory prerequisites; recommended: C#/.NET 4.5, ASP.NET, HTML/CSS/JavaScript, Visual Studio, basic SharePoint development experience |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/learn/certifications/exams/70-488 |
Microsoft 70-488 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Access Data | 20% | - Integrate external data sources - Use client-side object model (CSOM) - Use server-side object model - Use REST API |
| Plan and Design SharePoint Sites | 20% | - Implement site provisioning - Plan information architecture - Design site structure and navigation |
| Implement User Experience and Information Architecture | 20% | - Manage content types and columns - Design lists and libraries - Customize UI and branding |
| Implement SharePoint Solutions | 20% | - Create web parts and event receivers - Develop features and solutions - Deploy and monitor solutions |
| Implement Authorization and Authentication | 20% | - Implement secure solutions - Configure claims-based authentication - Manage permissions and security |
70-488 Exam FAQ: What Candidates Ask About Microsoft Developing Microsoft SharePoint Server 2013 Core Solutions
The 70-488 exam, officially known as Microsoft Developing Microsoft SharePoint Server 2013 Core Solutions, is the Microsoft test that leads to the MCSD: SharePoint Applications certification at the Professional level. Passing it validates the skills employers expect from a certified professional. It is also associated with related credentials such as MCSD: SharePoint Applications, Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP).
The 70-488 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 70-488 exam is 700 / 1000, and the official registration fee is $165 USD (varies by region). 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.
No mandatory prerequisites; recommended: C#/.NET 4.5, ASP.NET, HTML/CSS/JavaScript, Visual Studio, basic SharePoint development experience
Entry requirements can change, so confirm the latest conditions on the official exam page: https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/learn/certifications/exams/70-488.
You can book the 70-488 exam through the official registration channels below:
Exam delivery: Onsite at Pearson VUE test centers / Online proctored (before retirement). Seats at popular test centers fill quickly, so schedule early once your preparation is on track.
Microsoft recommends the following training options for Microsoft Developing Microsoft SharePoint Server 2013 Core Solutions candidates:
Pair any course with the 131 practice questions from Actual4Exams to measure how ready you really are before paying the exam fee.
Yes. A free PDF demo of the Microsoft Developing Microsoft SharePoint Server 2013 Core Solutions questions is available, so you can check the question style and answer quality before you pay. Every purchase also includes 365 days of free updates, and if the product expires you can renew the update service at a 50% discount from your member zone.
If you take the corresponding 70-488 exam within 60 days of purchase and do not pass, you can apply for a full refund under the 100% Money Back Guarantee: submit a scan of your enrollment slip and your official Score Report (PDF) within 2 days of the exam date, and the claim is processed within 7 days. Attempts made within 3 days of purchase, downloads without an actual exam attempt, free materials, and expired orders are not eligible, and the candidate name must match the payer name. Prefer new material instead of a refund? You can exchange your purchase for two free products of equal value and keep the update service on your original product. As for delivery, the files are available for instant download and are also emailed to you within one minute of payment — if nothing arrives within 2 hours, contact customer service. There is no limit on how many computers you can install the product on.
The official Microsoft Developing Microsoft SharePoint Server 2013 Core Solutions outline is organized into 5 domains. The first three are:
- Implement Authorization and Authentication — 20% of the exam
- Plan and Design SharePoint Sites — 20% of the exam
- Access Data — 20% of the exam
See the complete exam topics section above for the full outline and the weighting of every domain.
Microsoft Developing Microsoft SharePoint Server 2013 Core Solutions Sample Questions:
Question 1
You are developing a SharePoint solution for a company. You create one site collection for each department. Sites may use data from internal or external web service endpoints. You are developing an application that allows site owners to add or change web service endpoints.
The application must run in the context of the site owner.
You need to complete the application.
What should you do?
A. Add a property named WebSvcEndpoint to the SPWeb.AllProperties property bag. Store a web service endpoint URL as a value.
B. Add a property named WebSvcEndpoint to the SPSite.Properties property bag. Store a web service endpoint URL as a value.
C. Add a list of web service endpoint URLs to the SPFarm.Properties hashtable.
D. Use the SPWebConfigModification class to add a list of web service endpoint URLs to the web.config file.
Question 2
You need to configure navigation for the site.
What should you do? (Each correct answer presents part of the solution. Choose all that apply.)
A. Create simple links or headers for new pages.
B. Add unique identifiers to new pages.
C. Add new pages to navigation automatically.
D. Create friendly URLs for new pages automatically.
E. Create term-driven pages with friendly URLs.
Question 3
You need to automate the backup of a site collection.
What should you do? (Each correct answer presents part of the solution. Choose all that apply.)
A. Set the LockStatus of the site collection to Adding content prevented
B. Use Central Administration to perform the backup.
C. Back up to a local folder and then move the backup to a network folder.
D. Back up to a network folder.
E. Use Windows PowerShell to perform the backup.
Question 4
You need to apply updates to only the sites that were created based on the Litware Team Site web template.
Which code segment should you use?
A. Option D
B. Option A
C. Option C
D. Option B
Question 5
DRAG DROP
You add a site column for an Enterprise Content Management (ECM) project by using the Site Column Designer in Visual Studio 2012.
What will the designer-generated XML look like? (To answer, drag the appropriate XML elements to the correct location or locations in the answer area. Each XML element 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.)
Solutions:
| Question 1 Answer: D | Question 2 Answer: A,D,E | Question 3 Answer: C,E | Question 4 Answer: B | Question 5 Answer: Only visible for members |
No help, Full refund!
Actual4Exams confidently stands behind all its offerings by giving Unconditional "No help, Full refund" Guarantee. Since the time our operations started we have never seen people report failure in the Microsoft 70-488 exam after using our products. With this feedback we can assure you of the benefits that you will get from our products and the high probability of clearing the 70-488 exam.
We still understand the effort, time, and money you will invest in preparing for your certification exam, which makes failure in the Microsoft 70-488 exam really painful and disappointing. Although we cannot reduce your pain and disappointment but we can certainly share with you the financial loss.
This means that if due to any reason you are not able to pass the 70-488 actual exam even after using our product, we will reimburse the full amount you spent on our products. you just need to mail us your score report along with your account information to address listed below within 7 days after your unqualified certificate came out.
