ASP.NET Core MVC [.NET 8] - The Complete Guide

Updated in May 2025. This course now 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. In this course, you will master the fundamentals of ASP.NET Core MVC and learn how to implement essential CRUD operations. By the end of the course, you will be equipped to build dynamic, data-driven web applications using .NET Core, creating an e-commerce site from scratch. The course introduces the basic concepts of MVC architecture, routing, and dependency injection, providing you with the foundational knowledge needed for professional web development. As you progress through the course, you will first explore setting up your development environment and creating a new ASP.NET Core MVC project. You'll work hands-on with project files, database configuration, and essential tools like Entity Framework Core and NuGet packages. Building on this, you will dive into Category CRUD operations, learning how to implement data models, validation, and dynamic category management. You'll also explore Razor pages and N-Tier architecture, enhancing your ability to scale applications. The course walks you through implementing the Repository Pattern, showcasing its value in managing data and building maintainable applications. You'll also explore the importance of handling images, managing navigation properties, and displaying data using DataTables. Furthermore, you will gain a solid understanding of how to manage products in an e-commerce context, from CRUD operations to advanced topics like SweetAlerts and Toastr notifications. This course is perfect for developers looking to enhance their knowledge of ASP.NET Core MVC and improve their web development skills. No prior experience with .NET Core is required, though familiarity with basic programming concepts is recommended. If you're eager to build full-fledged web applications and dive deep into the world of web development, this course will provide you with the tools and expertise to succeed.

Strengthen your expertise in ASP.NET Core MVC with this advanced course on security, user management, and application deployment. Designed for developers with a foundational understanding of ASP.NET Core, you’ll learn how to implement robust authorization systems, streamline user access, and take your applications from development to deployment in the cloud. You’ll begin by exploring advanced authorization concepts, learning how to control user access with precision and implement secure login systems — including Facebook social login. You’ll also dive into session management, troubleshooting common bugs and ensuring smooth, reliable handling of authentication and session-based data. From there, the course moves into application deployment, guiding you step by step through initializing and seeding databases, setting up SendGrid for email integration, and deploying projects to Azure. You’ll also learn how to use Visual Studio for deployment, simplifying the process and ensuring error-free launches. The final section focuses on user management and content handling, including creating scalable systems for managing user roles and working with product images in real-world applications. By the end of this 3-module course, you will have: - Implemented advanced security and authorization mechanisms in ASP.NET Core MVC. - Mastered session management and user authentication for smooth user experiences. - Deployed applications to Azure with database integration and email functionality. - Gained practical skills in managing user roles and handling application content. This course is perfect for developers with foundational ASP.NET Core knowledge who want to enhance their skills in user management, security, and deployment. Whether you’re building a complex enterprise system or launching a new application, you’ll gain both the technical depth and hands-on practice to deliver professional-quality web applications. Updated in May 2025. This course now features Coursera Coach — your interactive learning companion that helps you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress.