ASP.NET Core Frameworks

ASP.NET Core is a high-performance, open-source, cross-platform framework for building modern, cloud-enabled, internet-connected applications. This documentation explores the various frameworks and components that make up ASP.NET Core, empowering you to build robust and scalable web applications, APIs, and more.

Core Concepts

Understanding the foundational concepts of ASP.NET Core is crucial for effective development. These include:

  • Middleware Pipeline: A series of components that process HTTP requests and responses.
  • Dependency Injection: A design pattern that promotes loose coupling and testability.
  • Configuration: Flexible mechanisms for managing application settings.
  • Hosting: How ASP.NET Core applications are hosted and run.
  • Model-View-Controller (MVC): A well-established pattern for building web applications.
  • Razor Pages: A page-focused model for building UI with ASP.NET Core.
  • Blazor: A framework for building interactive client-side web UIs with .NET.

Key Frameworks and Technologies

ASP.NET Core integrates with a rich ecosystem of technologies to provide comprehensive development capabilities:

  • ASP.NET Core MVC

    Build traditional web applications with a clear separation of concerns using the Model-View-Controller pattern.

    Explore MVC

  • ASP.NET Core Razor Pages

    Simplify the development of page-focused scenarios, ideal for form handling and lightweight web UIs.

    Explore Razor Pages

  • ASP.NET Core Web API

    Create robust and scalable HTTP services for consumption by various clients, including single-page applications (SPAs) and mobile apps.

    Explore Web API

  • Blazor

    Build interactive web UIs using C# instead of JavaScript. Blazor allows you to create reusable UI components and run .NET code directly in the browser or on the server.

    Explore Blazor

  • Entity Framework Core

    A modern object-relational mapper (ORM) for .NET that enables developers to work with databases using .NET objects.

    Explore EF Core

Getting Started

Begin your ASP.NET Core development journey with these essential steps:

  1. Install the .NET SDK: Ensure you have the latest .NET SDK installed from the official .NET website.
  2. Create Your First Project: Use the .NET CLI to scaffold a new ASP.NET Core application.
    3. dotnet new webapp -o MyWebApp
  3. Run Your Application: Navigate to your project directory and start the development server.
    4. cd MyWebApp
    dotnet run
  4. Explore the Project Structure: Familiarize yourself with the generated files and folders.

Refer to the ASP.NET Core Tutorials for step-by-step guides and in-depth examples.

Community and Support

The ASP.NET Core community is vibrant and active. Connect with other developers, find solutions to problems, and contribute to the ecosystem:

  • Official ASP.NET Blog: Stay updated with the latest news, releases, and features.
  • Stack Overflow: Ask questions and find answers from a large community of developers.
  • GitHub Repository: View the source code, report issues, and contribute to the project.

Note: This documentation provides a comprehensive overview and reference for ASP.NET Core. For specific API details, please consult the dedicated API reference documentation.