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Introduction to C#
What is C#? C# (pronounced "C sharp") is a general-purpose, modern programming language developed by Microsoft as part of its .NET framework. It was first introduced in 2000 and has since become one of the primary languages used for building Windows desktop applications, web applications, and other software solutions on the Microsoft platform. C# is an object-oriented programming (OOP) language that combines the power and flexibility of C++ with the simplicity and ease of use of Visual Basic. It is designed to be a simple, efficient, and type-safe language that enables developers to create robust and scalable applications. Some key features of C# include: • Object-Oriented Programming (OOP): C# supports fundamental OOP concepts such as encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism, allowing developers to create modular and reusable code. • Type Safety: C# enforces strict type checking, which helps prevent errors and promotes code reliability. • Garbage Collection: C# includes automatic memory management through a garbage collector, which frees developers from managing memory manually. • Language Integration: C# integrates seamlessly with other .NET languages, allowing developers to leverage existing libraries and components. • Rich Standard Library: C# provides a comprehensive standard library that offers a wide range of functionality for common tasks, including input/output operations, network programming, and database access. • Platform Independence: While C# was initially designed for Windows development, it has expanded its reach through cross-platform frameworks like .NET Core and Xamarin, enabling developers to build applications that run on multiple operating systems, including Windows, macOS, and Linux. Overall, C# is a versatile language that empowers developers to build a variety of software applications, from desktop applications and web services to mobile apps and games, using the .NET framework.
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What is C#?
Brief history of C#
Advantages of using C#
What you will learn
Setting up the development environment
A key component of C# development is the Visual Studio integrated development environment (IDE). This lesson lets you look into the IDE. You learn how to configure it for C# development.
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Visual C#
Installing C#
Configuring the Visual Studio
Installing Visual Studio
Creating a new project
Exploring the IDE
Basic syntax and concepts (C# Basics)
This topic contains fundamentals of C# programming
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Hello World
Operators
Data types and variables
More on operators
Control Statements
Methods and functions
Classes and objects
Classes and objects In C#, classes and objects are fundamental concepts of object-oriented programming (OOP). They provide a way to define the structure and behavior of objects, which are instances of classes. Here's an overview of classes and objects in C#:
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Classes and objects
Constructors
Inheritance and polymorphism
Method Overriding
Base Class and Derived Class
Object-Oriented Programming in C#
Handling Exceptions
Input and Output
Collections and Generics
Delegates and events
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Delegates
Events
Multicast Delegates
Advanced topics
Certainly! Here are a few advanced topics in C# that you might find interesting:
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Asynchronous Programming
LINQ (Language Integrated Query)
Reflection
Attributes
Parallel Programming
Project organization
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Project
C#
About Lesson

Brief history of C#

C# has an interesting history that spans over two decades. Here’s a brief overview of its evolution:

  1. Development and Release:

  • C# was developed by a team of Microsoft engineers led by Anders Hejlsberg, who was also the creator of Turbo Pascal and Borland Delphi.
  • The development of C# began in the late 1990s as part of Microsoft’s initiative to create a modern, object-oriented programming language for its .NET framework.
  • The first version of C#, known as C# 1.0, was released in 2002 as part of the .NET Framework 1.0.
  1. Early Adoption and Growth:

  • C# gained traction quickly, especially among developers working on Windows platforms, due to its similarities with popular languages like C++ and Java.
  • The release of Visual Studio .NET, which included comprehensive tooling support for C#, further accelerated its adoption.
  • C# was embraced by the developer community for its simplicity, productivity, and seamless integration with the .NET framework.
  1. Language Enhancements:

  • Over the years, C# has undergone several updates and enhancements to improve the language’s capabilities and address developer needs.
  • Notable versions include C# 2.0 (2005), C# 3.0 (2007), C# 4.0 (2010), C# 5.0 (2012), C# 6.0 (2015), C# 7.0 (2017), C# 8.0 (2019), and C# 9.0 (2020).
  • These updates introduced features such as generics, LINQ (Language Integrated Query), lambda expressions, async/await, pattern matching, nullable reference types, and more.
  1. Cross-Platform Expansion:

  • In 2014, Microsoft introduced .NET Core, a modular and cross-platform framework that allowed developers to build applications that could run on Windows, macOS, and Linux.
  • With the release of .NET Core, C# expanded its reach beyond Windows and became a truly cross-platform language.
  • In 2020, .NET 5.0 was released, unifying the previously separate .NET Framework and .NET Core into a single, unified platform called .NET.
  1. Current State:

  • As of my knowledge cutoff in September 2021, C# continues to be a widely used programming language, particularly for building Windows applications, web applications, cloud services, and games.
  • The latest version of C# is C# 9.0, which introduced several new features and improvements to the language.
  • Microsoft actively supports and updates C#, and the language remains a core component of the .NET ecosystem.

Throughout its history, C# has evolved into a powerful and versatile programming language, offering developers a rich set of features and tools for building a wide range of software applications.

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