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Get Started with .NET

Your journey into building modern applications with .NET starts here. Explore the fundamentals, set up your environment, and write your first lines of code.

1. What is .NET?

Understand the core concepts, benefits, and ecosystem of the .NET platform. Learn why it's a powerful choice for developers.

Learn More

2. Install .NET

Download and install the .NET SDK for your operating system. We provide step-by-step guides for Windows, macOS, and Linux.

Get the SDK

3. Your First .NET App

Write, compile, and run a simple "Hello, World!" application. This hands-on guide will introduce you to the basic workflow.

Write Your First App

4. Explore Key Concepts

Dive deeper into essential .NET concepts like C#, ASP.NET Core, Entity Framework Core, and more.

Explore Concepts

5. Tools and IDEs

Discover the recommended Integrated Development Environments (IDEs) and command-line tools to enhance your productivity.

Discover Tools