This class will provide a foundational understanding of .NET, its components, and how to develop applications using it.

Course Objectives:

By the end of this class, you will:
✅ Understand what .NET is and its ecosystem.
✅ Learn about .NET Core, .NET Framework, and .NET 5+.
✅ Get familiar with C# (primary programming language for .NET).
✅ Explore ASP.NET Core for web development.
✅ Learn about .NET MAUI/Xamarin for mobile app development.
✅ Understand Entity Framework Core (EF Core) for database handling.
✅ Build a basic .NET application.

Course Structure:

🔹 Week 1: Introduction to .NET – History, versions, and differences between .NET Framework & .NET Core.
🔹 Week 2: Setting Up .NET Environment – Installing .NET SDK, Visual Studio, and writing the first program.
🔹 Week 3: C# Fundamentals – Syntax, data types, OOP concepts.
🔹 Week 4: ASP.NET Core – Building web applications and APIs.
🔹 Week 5: Database Connectivity – Introduction to Entity Framework Core.
🔹 Week 6: .NET for Mobile Apps – Basics of Xamarin/.NET MAUI.
🔹 Week 7: Advanced Topics – Dependency Injection, Middleware, Unit Testing.
🔹 Week 8: Final Project – Developing a small .NET application.

Who Should Attend?

✅ Beginners who want to learn .NET and C#.
✅ Developers looking to switch to .NET Core/.NET 6+.
✅ Students & professionals interested in web, mobile, or desktop app development.