.NET Core

.NET Core is a free, open-source, cross-platform framework for building modern applications, developed by Microsoft. It supports the development of web apps, microservices, APIs, and cloud-based solutions using languages like C#, F#, and Visual Basic. It is designed to be modular, high-performance, and runs on Windows, Linux, and macOS.

Also known as: .NET Core, dotnet core, dotnetcore, ASP.NET Core, Core .NET

Why learn .NET Core?

Developers should learn .NET Core for building scalable, high-performance applications that need to run across multiple platforms, such as web APIs, microservices, and cloud-native solutions. It is particularly useful in enterprise environments, cloud deployments with Azure, and scenarios requiring modern development practices like containerization with Docker.

Learning Resources

• docs: .NET Core Documentation
• course: Microsoft Learn: .NET Core Fundamentals
• course: Pluralsight: Getting Started with .NET Core
• video: YouTube: .NET Core Tutorial for Beginners
• book: Book: Pro .NET Core 3