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C#: Build Enterprise Applications with .NET

Master C# for .NET applications, Azure services, game development with Unity, and cross-platform development. Microsoft's flagship programming language.

What Is C#?

C# (pronounced "C-sharp") is a modern, object-oriented programming language developed by Microsoft. It is the primary language for the .NET framework, used for building Windows applications, web APIs (ASP.NET), cloud services (Azure), and games (Unity). C# combines the power of C++ with the simplicity of Visual Basic.

Why Learn C#?

  • Enterprise Standard: Widely used in corporate environments
  • .NET Ecosystem: Full-stack with ASP.NET Core
  • Azure Integration: First-class language for Azure services
  • Game Development: Unity uses C# as its scripting language
  • Cross-Platform: .NET 8+ runs on Windows, Linux, and macOS

Who Should Learn C#?

  • Enterprise Developers: Build .NET business applications
  • Game Developers: Script games with Unity
  • Azure Cloud Developers: Build cloud services
  • Windows Application Developers: Desktop apps with WPF/WinUI

Key Topics

  • C# fundamentals and syntax
  • Object-oriented programming
  • LINQ and collections
  • ASP.NET Core web development
  • Entity Framework Core
  • Async/await patterns
  • .NET dependency injection
  • Unit testing

Learning Path

  1. Basics: C# syntax, types, control flow
  2. OOP: Classes, interfaces, inheritance
  3. Advanced: LINQ, generics, async programming
  4. Web: ASP.NET Core, MVC, Web API
  5. Data: Entity Framework, database integration
  6. Specialize: Azure, Unity, or desktop development

Career Opportunities

  • C# Developer: €45,000 – €78,000/year
  • .NET Developer: €48,000 – €85,000/year
  • Unity Developer: €40,000 – €70,000/year
  • Azure .NET Developer: €55,000 – €95,000/year

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is C# similar to C or C++?
C# shares syntax with C/C++ but is a completely different language. It is memory-safe, garbage-collected, and much easier to learn than C++.
Can I use C# on Linux?
Yes! .NET 8+ is fully cross-platform. You can develop and run C# applications on Windows, Linux, and macOS.

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