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Tools and Skills for .NET 8: Get the career you want with good practices and patterns to design, debug, and test your solutions
Elevate your career by mastering key .NET tools and skills, including debugging, source code management, testing, cloud-native development, intelligent apps and more.
Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook.
Key FeaturesCoverage of key .NET tools and skills including refactoring, source code management, debugging, memory troubleshooting, and morePractical guidance on using code editors effectively, implementing best practices, and protecting dataExplore cutting-edge techniques like building intelligent apps, cloud native development with .NET Aspire, and Docker containerizationBook DescriptionUnlock the full potential of .NET development with Tools and Skills for .NET 8.
Dive into source code management using Git and learn how to navigate projects while ensuring version control. Discover advanced debugging techniques and troubleshooting strategies to identify and resolve issues, and gain practical insights on documenting your code, APIs, and services, fostering project clarity and maintainability. Delve into the world of cryptography, ensuring confidentiality and integrity throughout your development lifecycle.
Elevate your skills as you explore cutting-edge topics such as building intelligent apps using custom LLM-based chat services, mastering dependency injection, optimizing performance through testing, and Docker containerization. Harness the power of cloud-native development with .NET Aspire, unlocking the benefits of modern cloud platforms. With guidance on software architecture best practices, this book empowers you to build robust, scalable and maintainable applications.
Advance your career with invaluable insights on job readiness and interview preparation, positioning yourself as a top-tier candidate in today's competitive job market.
Whether you're a seasoned .NET professional or an aspiring developer looking to enhance your skills, this book is your ultimate companion on the journey to .NET mastery.
What you will learnMake the most of code editor tools for efficient developmentLearn advanced debugging techniques and troubleshooting strategiesUnderstand how to protect data and applications using cryptographyBuild a custom LLM-based chat serviceDiscover how to master dependency injectionOptimize performance through benchmarking and testingDelve into cloud-native development using .NET AspireAdvance your career with advice on job readiness and interviewsWho this book is for.NET professionals seeking to enhance their expertise, as well as aspiring developers aiming to advance their careers in the field. This book caters to individuals eager to master essential .NET tools, refine their development practices, explore advanced techniques and cutting-edge tools, and prepare themselves for job opportunities and interviews in the competitive landscape of .NET development
Table of ContentsIntroducing Tools and Skills for .NETMaking the Most of the Tools in your Code EditorSource Code Management Using GitDebugging and Memory TroubleshootingAlerts, Metrics, and Logging for ObservabilityDocumenting Code, APIs, and ServicesObserving and Modifying Code Execution DynamicallyProtecting Data and Apps Using CryptographyBuil
Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook.
Key FeaturesCoverage of key .NET tools and skills including refactoring, source code management, debugging, memory troubleshooting, and morePractical guidance on using code editors effectively, implementing best practices, and protecting dataExplore cutting-edge techniques like building intelligent apps, cloud native development with .NET Aspire, and Docker containerizationBook DescriptionUnlock the full potential of .NET development with Tools and Skills for .NET 8.
Dive into source code management using Git and learn how to navigate projects while ensuring version control. Discover advanced debugging techniques and troubleshooting strategies to identify and resolve issues, and gain practical insights on documenting your code, APIs, and services, fostering project clarity and maintainability. Delve into the world of cryptography, ensuring confidentiality and integrity throughout your development lifecycle.
Elevate your skills as you explore cutting-edge topics such as building intelligent apps using custom LLM-based chat services, mastering dependency injection, optimizing performance through testing, and Docker containerization. Harness the power of cloud-native development with .NET Aspire, unlocking the benefits of modern cloud platforms. With guidance on software architecture best practices, this book empowers you to build robust, scalable and maintainable applications.
Advance your career with invaluable insights on job readiness and interview preparation, positioning yourself as a top-tier candidate in today's competitive job market.
Whether you're a seasoned .NET professional or an aspiring developer looking to enhance your skills, this book is your ultimate companion on the journey to .NET mastery.
What you will learnMake the most of code editor tools for efficient developmentLearn advanced debugging techniques and troubleshooting strategiesUnderstand how to protect data and applications using cryptographyBuild a custom LLM-based chat serviceDiscover how to master dependency injectionOptimize performance through benchmarking and testingDelve into cloud-native development using .NET AspireAdvance your career with advice on job readiness and interviewsWho this book is for.NET professionals seeking to enhance their expertise, as well as aspiring developers aiming to advance their careers in the field. This book caters to individuals eager to master essential .NET tools, refine their development practices, explore advanced techniques and cutting-edge tools, and prepare themselves for job opportunities and interviews in the competitive landscape of .NET development
Table of ContentsIntroducing Tools and Skills for .NETMaking the Most of the Tools in your Code EditorSource Code Management Using GitDebugging and Memory TroubleshootingAlerts, Metrics, and Logging for ObservabilityDocumenting Code, APIs, and ServicesObserving and Modifying Code Execution DynamicallyProtecting Data and Apps Using CryptographyBuil
1354 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 30, 2024
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About the author
Mark J. Price
27 books19 followersMark J Price is a former Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) and current Microsoft Specialist: Programming in C# and Architecting Microsoft Azure Solutions, with more than 20 years' of educational and programming experience.
Since 1993 Mark has passed more than 80 Microsoft programming exams and specializes in preparing others to pass them too. His students range from professionals with decades of experience to 16-year-old apprentices with none. Mark successfully guides all of them by combining educational skills with real-world experience consulting and developing systems for enterprises worldwide.
Between 2001 and 2003 Mark was employed full-time to write official courseware for Microsoft in Redmond, USA. Mark's team wrote the first training courses for C# while it was still an early alpha version. While with Microsoft he taught "train-the-trainer" classes to get other MCTs up-to-speed on C# and .NET.
Currently, Mark creates and delivers training courses for Episerver's Digital Experience Platform, the best .NET CMS for Digital Marketing and E-commerce.
In 2010 Mark studied for a Post-Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE). He taught GCSE and A-Level mathematics in two London secondary schools. Mark holds a Computer Science BSc. Hons. Degree from the University of Bristol, UK.
Since 1993 Mark has passed more than 80 Microsoft programming exams and specializes in preparing others to pass them too. His students range from professionals with decades of experience to 16-year-old apprentices with none. Mark successfully guides all of them by combining educational skills with real-world experience consulting and developing systems for enterprises worldwide.
Between 2001 and 2003 Mark was employed full-time to write official courseware for Microsoft in Redmond, USA. Mark's team wrote the first training courses for C# while it was still an early alpha version. While with Microsoft he taught "train-the-trainer" classes to get other MCTs up-to-speed on C# and .NET.
Currently, Mark creates and delivers training courses for Episerver's Digital Experience Platform, the best .NET CMS for Digital Marketing and E-commerce.
In 2010 Mark studied for a Post-Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE). He taught GCSE and A-Level mathematics in two London secondary schools. Mark holds a Computer Science BSc. Hons. Degree from the University of Bristol, UK.
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July 31, 2024
Two thumbs up, a must-read for both novice and experienced .NET developers. The book provides a comprehensive guide to mastering .NET 8, with a special focus on practical skills that are often overlooked in other resources. Its clear and concise writing makes complex concepts accessible, making this book ideal for self-taught developers and those new to the field who need a solid foundation in essential tools and best practices. The book’s appeal lies in its ability to equip developers with skills that are not only crucial for .NET but also transferable to other languages and frameworks.
I particularly appreciated the chapters on source code management and documenting your code. These are areas often neglected by tutorials and online courses, yet they are essential for any developer. The chapter on building an LLM-based chat service was a delightful surprise. It was a bit more advanced than I expected but very easy to follow, especially for beginners. The emphasis on double-checking any generated code was a valuable takeaway. The chapters on benchmarking performance, load and stress testing, and functional end-to-end testing were also eye-opening. These sections provided insights and strategies that I hadn’t encountered before, making them incredibly useful. Although I don't use Docker much, the book does a commendable job of introducing it, even though the chapter is more advanced. Lastly, the chapter on Aspire was enjoyable and informative, offering a great way to get familiar with the tool.
For me this title is a highly recommended read for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of .NET development. The emphasis on often-overlooked areas like source code management and code documentation, combined with the inclusion of innovative projects like an LLM-based chat service, makes this book a valuable addition to any developer’s library. Whether you're just starting out or looking to sharpen your skills, this book offers practical insights and tools that will help you succeed in the .NET ecosystem.
I particularly appreciated the chapters on source code management and documenting your code. These are areas often neglected by tutorials and online courses, yet they are essential for any developer. The chapter on building an LLM-based chat service was a delightful surprise. It was a bit more advanced than I expected but very easy to follow, especially for beginners. The emphasis on double-checking any generated code was a valuable takeaway. The chapters on benchmarking performance, load and stress testing, and functional end-to-end testing were also eye-opening. These sections provided insights and strategies that I hadn’t encountered before, making them incredibly useful. Although I don't use Docker much, the book does a commendable job of introducing it, even though the chapter is more advanced. Lastly, the chapter on Aspire was enjoyable and informative, offering a great way to get familiar with the tool.
For me this title is a highly recommended read for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of .NET development. The emphasis on often-overlooked areas like source code management and code documentation, combined with the inclusion of innovative projects like an LLM-based chat service, makes this book a valuable addition to any developer’s library. Whether you're just starting out or looking to sharpen your skills, this book offers practical insights and tools that will help you succeed in the .NET ecosystem.
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