Training Course: Deploying and Managing E-Business Solutions Using Microsoft BizTalk Server 2004 (2158, MOC 2158)

Pre-Requisites:

Before attending this course, students must have:

• At least two years of experience managing a Windows Server 2003 network.

• Familiarity with Microsoft SQL Server™.

• Familiarity with a scripting language such as Microsoft Visual Basic Scripting Edition ( VBScript) or Microsoft JScript®.

• No prior BizTalk Server experience is required.

Training Course Overview/Content:

Module 1: Introduction to BizTalk Server 2004

This module explains how BizTalk enables you to connect diverse applications, and then to use a graphical interface to create and modify business processes that use services provided by those applications.

Lessons

• What Is BizTalk Server 2004?

• BizTalk Server Services and Tools

• How BizTalk Messaging and Orchestration Work


Practice: Northwind Traders Case Study

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Identify the core features of BizTalk Server 2004 and how it fits into the overall suite of Microsoft e-business solutions products.

• Describe the services and tools used by developers, administrators, and information workers to develop and manage BizTalk Server applications.

• Describe the functions of the BizTalk Messaging and Orchestration services.


Module 2: Installing a BizTalk Server 2004 Hosting Environment

This module explains how to plan and perform your BizTalk installation, and then how to configure BizTalk Server 2004 for optimal use in your business environment.

Lessons

• Planning a BizTalk Server Installation

• Installing and Configuring BizTalk Server


Lab A: Configuring Prerequisite Software

• Verifying the Current Platform and Installed Services

• Installing and Configuring Internet Information Services

• Installing and Configuring Microsoft Windows® SharePoint® Services

• Creating BizTalk Service Accounts

• Installing XML Components


Lab B: Installing and Configuring BizTalk Server 2004

• Installing BizTalk Server 2004

• Configuring BizTalk Server 2004

• Installing Client Administration Tools

• Copying the BizTalk Server Virtual PC Image


After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Plan a BizTalk Server 2004 installation.

• Install and configure BizTalk Server 2004.


Module 3: Deploying BizTalk Server Applications

This module explains how BizTalk automates your business processes by deploying BizTalk solutions.

Lessons

• Deploying Assemblies Using Deployment Tools

• Deploying Assemblies Using Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI)

• Deploying Business Rules


Lab A: Deploying Applications by Using BizTalk Deployment Tools

• Deploying an Application by Using an MSI File

• Deploying an Application by using the Deployment Wizard

• Modifying a Binding File and Deploying Changes

• Deploying an Application by using Command-Prompt Tools


Lab B: Deploying Assemblies by Using WMI

• Installing WMI Tools

• Deploying an Application by using WMI

• Removing an Application by using WMI


Lab C: Deploying and Tracking Business Rules

• Deploying a Business Rule

• Tracking a Business Rule


After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Prepare to deploy a BizTalk solution.

• Deploy assemblies by using deployment tools.

• Deploy assemblies by using WMI.


Module 4: Administering a BizTalk Server Environment

This module explains how to administer your BizTalk Server installation on an ongoing basis.

Lessons

• Managing BizTalk Server Operations

• Using Health and Activity Tracking (HAT)

• Administering Human Workflow Services

• Backing Up and Restoring BizTalk Server


Lab A: Administering BizTalk Server

• Managing BizTalk Messaging Services

• Troubleshooting with the Subscription Viewer

• Monitoring Messages by Using HAT

• Monitoring Administrative Tasks by Using WMI Scripts


Lab B: Tracking and Debugging an Orchestration

• Monitoring an Orchestration Using HAT


Lab C: Backing Up and Restoring a BizTalk Server

• Backing Up a BizTalk Server

• Restoring a BizTalk Server


After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Manage BizTalk Server operations.

• Monitor business activity by using HAT.

• Administer Human Workflow Services.

• Back up and restore a BizTalk Server computer.

Qualifications:

No Microsoft Certified Professional exams are associated with this course currently.