.NET Documentation

Introduction to .NET

.NET is a free, cross-platform, open-source developer platform for building many different types of applications. With .NET, you can create console apps, web apps, microservices, mobile apps, desktop apps, IoT apps, and more.

Key features of .NET include:

• Unified Platform: A single platform for building diverse applications.
• Performance: High-performance runtime and libraries.
• Productivity: Rich set of tools, languages, and frameworks.
• Cross-Platform: Runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux.
• Open Source: Developed and maintained by the .NET community.

Get Started with .NET

Begin your .NET journey by installing the .NET SDK. Follow these steps to set up your development environment:

1. Download the .NET SDK: Download the latest .NET SDK from the official .NET website.
2. Install the SDK: Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions.
3. Verify Installation: Open your terminal or command prompt and run:

   dotnet --version

   This command should display the installed .NET SDK version.
4. Create Your First App: Use the `dotnet new` command to create a new project. For example, to create a console application:

   dotnet new console -o MyFirstApp

   cd MyFirstApp

   dotnet run

Tutorials

Explore a variety of tutorials to learn specific .NET concepts and build real-world applications.

Web Development

• ASP.NET Core Fundamentals
• Building Blazor Apps

Desktop Development

• Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF)
• Windows Forms
• .NET MAUI

Cloud & Microservices

• Developing for Azure
• Microservices Architecture

API Reference

Dive deep into the .NET class library and discover the extensive APIs available for building your applications.

.NET SDK Overview

The .NET SDK provides the tools you need to develop .NET applications. The `dotnet` CLI is the primary interface for these tools.

Common `dotnet` CLI Commands: