The release of BizTalk Server 2010 brings a wealth of new features, from the revamped Mapper to deeper integration with .NET 4.0. To help the community get up to speed, Microsoft and various community leaders have released a comprehensive set of training materials.
If you are planning a migration or starting a new project, here is your essential learning roadmap.
The BizTalk Server 2010 Developer Training Kit
This is the “Holy Grail” for hands-on learners. The kit typically includes:
- Hands-on Labs: Step-by-step guides for building orchestrations, maps, and pipelines.
- Presentations: Slide decks used by Microsoft evangelists to explain core concepts.
- Video Content: Recorded sessions covering the “What’s New” in 2010.
The BizTalk Server 2010 training kit (which includes labs and training videos) to help you learn about the new features of BizTalk Server 2010 was released and can now be downloaded here. This is a free training kit. These labs are designed to be executed in a BizTalk Server 2010 development environment (which is also free and can be accessed here). The kit has the following content:
📝 One-Minute Brief
With the release of BizTalk Server 2010, Microsoft has launched a suite of training materials to help developers transition. Key resources include the BizTalk 2010 Developer Training Kit, which features hands-on labs and videos, and updated official curriculum (MOC) courses. Whether you are new to the platform or an experienced architect looking to master the new Mapper and AppFabric integration, these resources provide the structured learning needed to stay ahead.
Hands-On Labs
- Creating BizTalk Maps with the new Mapper
- Consuming a WCF Service
- Publishing Schemas and Orchestrations as WCF Services
- Integrating with Microsoft SQL Server
- Integrating using the FTP Adapter
- Developers – Create a Role and Party-based Integration Solution
- Exploring the New Settings Dashboard
- Monitoring BizTalk Operations using System Center Operations Manager 2007 R2
- Administrators – Create a Role and Party-based Integration Solution
Presentations and Videos
- Introduction and New Features Overview
- The New and Improved Mapper
- Updated Adapter Features
- Trading Partner Management
- Configuring Performance and Application Settings
- Monitoring BizTalk Using Operations Manager
Whether you are a seasoned pro or a newcomer, these resources are designed to make you productive immediately. Download the Training Kit today and start exploring the future of Microsoft integration.
