Introduction to C# and .NET Series
Beginner-friendly guides to the C# programming language and the .NET ecosystem. Covering fundamental concepts, syntax, and best practices, this series will help new and experienced developers build a strong foundation in C# and equip you with the essential knowledge needed to get started confidently with C#.
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C# is in the top five most popular programming languages in the world. In this article we will outline what C# is, list out it's high-level features, describe some of it's programming paradigms, and close out with how it's being used in the wild.
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Learn what the .NET Framework is and how to install, verify, and manage .NET on Windows, macOS, and Linux with this detailed, beginner-friendly guide.
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A step-by-step guide to creating your first C# "Hello World" app using the dotnet CLI, Visual Studio, JetBrains Rider, and Visual Studio Code.
Learn how to create, run, and understand a simple C# program in multiple IDEs and the dotnet CLI.