Introduction

This three-day instructor-led course provides students with the knowledge and skills to develop extensions for Microsoft CRM 3.0.
The course focuses on extension methods documented in the Microsoft CRM 3.0 SDK. It includes content on Microsoft CRM Web Service programming, creating and configuring workflow .NET assemblies and business logic extensions (callouts), advanced client-side scripting, application integration capabilities and how to create a customer portal solution that connects Microsoft CRM 3.0 to the internet.

Audience

This course is intended for .NET developers who work with Microsoft CRM and understand the built-in customization capabilities of the application. Developers attending this course should also understand web development technologies including client-side programming using DHTML. This course is intended for developers creating extensions for a single Microsoft CRM implementation - it does not contain guidance for ISVs creating packaged Microsoft CRM 3.0 add-on products for re-sale

At Course Completion

After completing this course, students will be able to:

• Create applications that use the Microsoft CRM 3.0Web Services to perform actions on the Microsoft CRM platform.
• Create, configure and debug .NET assemblies to use in workflow.
• Create, configure and debug .NET assemblies to use in business logic extensions (Callouts).
• Create and debug client-side code for Microsoft CRM form events.
• Integrate other applications with Microsoft CRM 3.0 through the use of URL addressable forms, IFrames, and custom buttons, menus, and navigation areas added to Microsoft CRM.
• Recognize licensing and security issues related to building extensions to Microsoft CRM that connect to the Internet.
• Explain how the 2007 Office system enhances knowledge discovery and insight.
• Describe the key improvements and innovations of the 2007 Office client programs.
• Describe the features and functions of the 2007 Office server components.

Pre-Requisites

Before attending this course, students must have:

• Completed Course 8525A, Microsoft CRM 3.0 Customization, or have equivalent knowledge of the customization capabilities of Microsoft CRM 3.0.
• At least three months experience creating .NET applications using Microsoft Visual Studio.
• A good understanding of Web development technologies including programming with DHTML.

Microsoft Certified Professional Exams

This course will help the student prepare for the following Microsoft Certified Professional exam:

• ExamExtending Microsoft CRM 3.0:

Course Materials

The student kit includes a comprehensive workbook and other necessary materials for this class.
The following software is provided in the student kit:

• Student CD contains Visual Studio projects used in the course.

Additional Reading

To help you prepare for this class, review the following resources:

• The Microsoft CRM 3.0 SDK
• Working with Microsoft Dynamics CRM 3.0, Microsoft Press