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Microsoft 070-459 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Microsoft |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Transition Your MCITP: Database Administrator 2008 or MCITP: Database Developer 2008 to MCSE: Data Platform |
| Exam Number: | 70-459 |
| Certificate Validity Period: | Retired as of January 31, 2021; certification valid for lifetime once earned |
| Related Certifications: | MCITP: Database Developer 2008 MCSE: Data Platform MCSA: SQL Server 2012 MCITP: Database Administrator 2008 |
| Exam Duration: | 120 minutes |
| Passing Score: | 700 / 1000 |
| Real Exam Qty: | 50-75 |
| Exam Format: | Active screen, Build list, Multiple choice, Drag-and-drop, Case studies |
| Exam Price: | USD 165 |
| Available Languages: | Chinese (Simplified), Japanese, English, German, French, Portuguese (Brazil) |
| Recommended Training: | Microsoft Official Course 20465: Designing Database Solutions for Microsoft SQL Server 2012 Microsoft Official Course 20464: Developing Microsoft SQL Server 2012 Databases |
| Exam Registration: | Pearson VUE Registration (historical) |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Proctored onsite at Pearson VUE test centers; online proctoring available before retirement |
| Pre Condition: | Must hold active MCITP: Database Administrator 2008 or MCITP: Database Developer 2008 certification; part of upgrade path together with 70-457 and 70-458 |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/previous-versions/microsoft-365/dn457615(v=exams.10) |
Microsoft 070-459 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Implement Database Objects | 25-30% | - Create programming objects
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| Optimize and Troubleshoot Queries | 15-20% | - Analyze execution plans
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| Manage Database Concurrency | 20-25% | - Implement transactions and isolation levels
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| Install and Maintain SQL Server Instances | 10-15% | - Monitor and maintain instances
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| Implement Data Access | 20-25% | - Manage data with queries
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070-459 Exam FAQs for 2026 Candidates
Which certification does the 070-459 exam lead to?
The 070-459 exam is the official Microsoft exam behind the MCSE: Data Platform certification, validating the skills measured by the Microsoft Transition Your MCITP: Database Administrator 2008 or MCITP: Database Developer 2008 to MCSE: Data Platform credential. It sits at the Expert level of the Microsoft certification program. It also connects to MCITP: Database Administrator 2008, MCITP: Database Developer 2008, MCSA: SQL Server 2012, MCSE: Data Platform, so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.
How many questions are on the 070-459 exam, and how much time do I get?
The 070-459 exam contains 50-75 questions to be completed within 120 minutes. Before exam day, divide the available time by the question count to work out a comfortable per-question pace, and mark any item that eats into it so you can return later instead of getting stuck. Timed sessions in the Getcertkey test engines make that pacing automatic — run at least two full-length mock exams under the clock so time pressure never becomes the reason you drop points.
What score do I need to pass the 070-459 exam, and what does it cost?
The passing score for the 070-459 exam is 700 / 1000, and the official registration fee is USD 165. Retakes are not discounted — every new attempt means paying the full fee again — so it pays to measure yourself before you book. Work through the 114 practice questions on Getcertkey, sit a timed practice test, and schedule your exam only when your scores are consistently comfortable. That simple habit is the cheapest exam strategy there is.
Are there any prerequisites for the 070-459 exam?
Must hold active MCITP: Database Administrator 2008 or MCITP: Database Developer 2008 certification; part of upgrade path together with 70-457 and 70-458 Requirements can change when Microsoft revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.
How do I register for the 070-459 exam?
You can book the Microsoft Transition Your MCITP: Database Administrator 2008 or MCITP: Database Developer 2008 to MCSE: Data Platform exam through the official registration channels below:
As for delivery, the exam is offered in the following format: Proctored onsite at Pearson VUE test centers; online proctoring available before retirement. Choose the option that suits you best when you book your seat.
What official training is recommended for the 070-459 exam?
Microsoft recommends the following training resources for the Microsoft Transition Your MCITP: Database Administrator 2008 or MCITP: Database Developer 2008 to MCSE: Data Platform exam:
- Microsoft Official Course 20464: Developing Microsoft SQL Server 2012 Databases
- Microsoft Official Course 20465: Designing Database Solutions for Microsoft SQL Server 2012
Official courses build the foundation; the 114 practice questions from Getcertkey then show you how that knowledge is examined, so the two work best together.
Can I try the 070-459 practice questions before I buy?
Yes. Getcertkey provides a free 070-459 PDF demo so you can review the question style and answer quality before purchasing. Every purchase also includes 365 days of free updates — if Microsoft revises the exam during that period, the updated material reaches you at no cost. Once the free-update year ends, you can extend your update service at a 50% discount.
What if I fail the 070-459 exam, and how is my order delivered?
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What topics are covered in the 070-459 exam?
The Microsoft Transition Your MCITP: Database Administrator 2008 or MCITP: Database Developer 2008 to MCSE: Data Platform exam blueprint is organized into 5 domains. The first three are:
- Manage Database Concurrency — 20-25% of the exam
- Implement Database Objects — 25-30% of the exam
- Implement Data Access — 20-25% of the exam
For the complete domain-by-domain breakdown, scroll up to the full exam topics outline above and use it to plan how you distribute your study time.
Microsoft Transition Your MCITP: Database Administrator 2008 or MCITP: Database Developer 2008 to MCSE: Data Platform Sample Questions:
Question 1
You create a view by using the following code:
Several months after you create the view, users report that the view has started to return
unexpected results.
You discover that the design of Table2 was modified since you created the view.
You need to ensure that the view returns the correct results.
Which code segment should you run?
A. Option C
B. Option B
C. Option A
D. Option D
Question 2
You have a SQL Server 2012 database named database1. Database1 has a data file named databasel_data.mdf and a transaction log file named databaseljog.ldf. Databasel_data.mdf is 1.5 GB. Databaseljog.ldf is 1.5 terabytes.
A full backup of Database1 is performed every day.
You need to reduce the size of the log file. The solution must ensure that you can perform transaction log backups in the future.
Which code segment should you execute?
To answer, move the appropriate code segments from the list of code segments to the answer area and arrange them in the correct order.
A. Option C
B. Option F
C. Option B
D. Option E
E. Option A
F. Option D
Question 3
You need to implement changes to the system to reduce contention and improve performance of the SalesOrderDetail table.
Which three actions should you perform? Each correct answer presents part of the solution. Choose three.
A. Use (SNAPSHOT] hints in the report queries
B. Use (TABLOCK) hints in the report queries
C. SET TRANSACTION ISOLATION LEVEL SNAPSHOT
D. ALTER DATABASE [ProdDB] SET READ_COMMITTED_SNAPSHOT ON
E. SET TRANSACTION ISOLATION LEVEL SERIALIZABLE
F. ALTER DATABASE [ProdDB] SET ALLOW.SNAPSHOT ISOLATION ON
G. Use (SNAPSHOT] hints in the update statements
H. ALTER DATABASE [ProdDB] SET READ_COMMITTED_SNAPSHOT OFF
Question 4
You plan to create a database.
The database will be used by a Microsoft .NET application for a special event that will last for two days.
During the event, data must be highly available.
After the event, the database will be deleted.
You need to recommend a solution to implement the database while minimizing costs. The solution must not affect any existing applications.
What should you recommend?
More than one answer choice may achieve the goal. Select the BEST answer.
A. SQL Server 2012 Enterprise
B. SQL Server 2012 Standard
C. SQL Azure
D. SQL Server 2012 Express with Advanced Services
Question 5
DRAG DROP
You have a table named Table1 that contains 1 million rows. Table1 contains a column named Column1 that stores sensitive information. Column1 uses the nvarchar (16) data type.
You have a certificate named Cert1.
You need to replace Column1 with a new encrypted column that uses two-way encryption.
Which code segment should you execute before you remove Column1?
To answer, move the appropriate code segments from the list of code segments to the answer area and arrange them in the correct order.
Solutions:
| Question 1 Answer: C | Question 2 Answer: A,D,E,F | Question 3 Answer: A,D,E | Question 4 Answer: C | Question 5 Answer: Only visible for members |
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