.NET Programming

Overview

This course introduces learners to .NET programming using C#, starting with foundational concepts like variables, data types, and control statements. It progresses through object-oriented programming, collections, and LINQ before moving into database connectivity with ADO.NET and Entity Framework Core. Learners will also explore building web applications using ASP.NET Core and developing REST APIs. The curriculum includes hands-on projects such as employee management systems and student information systems to reinforce learning.

Objectives

• Understand the .NET platform and create basic console applications using Visual Studio.
• Develop proficiency in C# fundamentals including variables, control structures, methods, and OOP concepts.
• Build and manage data using collections, generics, and LINQ queries.
• Design and implement web applications using ASP.NET Core and REST APIs with Entity Framework Core.

Key topics

• Introduction to .NET Platform
• Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)
• ASP.NET Core Fundamentals
• Entity Framework Core
• Web API Development
• Database Programming with ADO.NET

Expected outcomes

• Create and run .NET console applications with Visual Studio.
• Develop full-stack web applications using ASP.NET Core and integrate them with databases.
• Build RESTful APIs that perform CRUD operations and handle authentication.
• Implement secure coding practices and user authentication in .NET applications.

How the AI Tutor can help

How the Skillama AI Tutor helps with the listed lectures: explanations, follow-up questions, and running or debugging practice code.

Who this is for

This course is for beginners looking to learn .NET programming with C# and build modern applications.

Curriculum

1. 1. Introduction to .NET

   • Introduction to .NET Platform
   • .NET Framework vs .NET Core vs .NET
   • CLR (Common Language Runtime)
   • CTS & CLS
   • Installing Visual Studio
   • Creating Your First .NET Application
   • Understanding Solution & Project Structure
   • Hands-on: Install Visual Studio
   • Hands-on: Create Your First Console Application

2. 2. C# Programming

   • Variables & Constants
   • Data Types
   • Operators
   • Type Conversion
   • Input & Output
   • Comments
   • Control Statements
   • Hands-on: Calculator Application
   • Hands-on: Grade Calculator
   • Hands-on: Temperature Converter

3. 3. Decision Making & Loops

   • If and If-Else
   • Nested If
   • Switch
   • For Loop
   • While Loop
   • Do-While Loop
   • Break & Continue
   • Hands-on: Pattern Programs
   • Hands-on: Number Series
   • Hands-on: Prime Number Checker

4. 4. Methods & Functions

   • Methods
   • Parameters
   • Return Types
   • Method Overloading
   • Optional Parameters
   • Recursion
   • Static Methods
   • Hands-on: Mathematical Utility Functions
   • Hands-on: Employee Salary Calculator

5. 5. Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)

   • Classes & Objects
   • Constructors
   • Encapsulation
   • Inheritance
   • Polymorphism
   • Abstraction
   • Interfaces
   • Access Modifiers
   • Hands-on:Student Management System
   • Hands-on:● Banking Application

6. 6. Collections & Generics

   • Arrays
   • List
   • Dictionary
   • Queue
   • Stack
   • HashSet
   • Generics
   • LINQ Introduction
   • Hands-on: Employee Management
   • Hands-on: Inventory Management

7. 7. Exception Handling

   • Try-catch-finally
   • Throw
   • Custom Exceptions
   • Logging Basics
   • Best Practices
   • Hands-on:User Login Validation
   • Hands-on: ATM Transaction Processing

8. 8. File Handling

   • Reading Files
   • Writing Files
   • Directory Operations
   • JSON Serialization
   • XML Basics
   • Hands-on: Student Record System
   • Hands-on: Employee Data Storage

9. 9. Database Programming

   • Introduction to SQL Server
   • ADO.NET Architecture
   • SQL Connection
   • CRUD Operations
   • Stored Procedures
   • Parameterized Queries
   • Hands-on: Employee Database Application
   • Hands-on: Student Information System

10. 10. LINQ Programming

    • LINQ Basics
    • Filtering
    • Sorting
    • Grouping
    • Projection
    • Aggregation
    • LINQ with Collections
    • Hands-on: Sales Report Analysis
    • Hands-on: Employee Data Filtering

11. 11. ASP.NET Core Fundamentals

    • Introduction to ASP.NET Core
    • MVC Architecture
    • Routing
    • Controllers
    • Views
    • Models
    • Razor Pages
    • Hands-on: Build Your First Web Application

12. 12. Web API Development

    • REST API Concepts
    • HTTP Methods
    • CRUD APIs
    • Model Binding
    • JSON Response
    • API Testing using Postman
    • Hands-on: Employee REST API
    • Hands-on: Student CRUD API

13. 13. Entity Framework Core

    • Introduction to ORM
    • Entity Framework Core
    • DbContext
    • Code First Approach
    • Migrations
    • CRUD Operations
    • Hands-on: Employee Management Database
    • Hands-on: Product Management System

14. 14. Authentication & Security

    • Authentication Basics
    • Authorization
    • Identity Overview
    • JWT Basics
    • Secure Coding Practices
    • Hands-on: Login & Registration Module

15. 15. Mini Project

    • Employee Management System
    • User Authentication
    • Employee CRUD Operations
    • SQL Server Integration
    • REST API
    • Search & Filter
    • Reporting Dashboard