Overview

This course features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. This course offers a step-by-step guide to mastering C# programming for both console applications and Windows Forms development, using Entity Framework to interact with databases. The course starts with the essentials of setting up your development environment with Visual Studio 2022 and Visual Studio Code, followed by a deep dive into the basic syntax and structures of C# programming. From variables and operators to control structures like loops and conditional statements, you'll lay a strong foundation in C# programming. As you continue, you'll explore advanced programming techniques, such as working with methods, string manipulation, and DateTime handling. You’ll also get hands-on experience with debugging and exception handling, as well as essential concepts in object-oriented programming, like inheritance, method overloading, and working with classes and interfaces. Whether you're a beginner or have some programming experience, this course will help you elevate your C# skills. The content is accessible to new learners but will also challenge intermediate developers looking to strengthen their understanding of C# and Windows Forms. No prior experience with C# is required, but basic programming knowledge will be helpful. By the end of the course, you will be able to create and debug C# console and Windows Forms applications, implement object-oriented programming concepts, work with databases using Entity Framework, and use Visual Studio for full-stack development.

Syllabus

Introduction

In this module, we will provide an overview of the course structure and its goals. You’ll gain insight into the skills you’ll develop, the tools you'll use, and how this course will guide you through becoming proficient in C# console programming. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refresh your skills, this introductory section sets the stage for your learning journey.

Development Environment Setup

In this module, we will guide you through the essential setup for C# development. You’ll learn how to install Visual Studio 2022 Community Edition, create your very first C# console project, and understand the key differences between .NET 6 and previous versions. This hands-on experience will ensure that you're fully prepared to begin your C# development journey with the right tools.

C# Console Programming - Basic Control Structures

In this module, we will introduce you to C# syntax and foundational programming concepts. You'll learn how to interact with users through input and output, as well as control the flow of your programs using conditional and repetition statements. By the end of this section, you'll have the skills to build basic C# console applications that respond to user input and perform tasks dynamically.

C# Console Programming - More Advanced Concepts

In this module, we will delve deeper into C# programming with more advanced concepts. You’ll learn how to create methods that return values and understand string and DateTime manipulation functions. Additionally, you will master exception handling to make your applications more robust and user-friendly. These skills are essential for building scalable, real-world applications.

C# Console Programming - Object-Oriented Concepts

In this module, we will introduce you to object-oriented programming (OOP) in C#. You’ll learn the core concepts of classes and objects, method overloading, and static class members. This section will also explore inheritance and interfaces, helping you to write clean, efficient, and scalable code. These OOP principles are vital for modern software development and building maintainable applications.