Introduction to .NET Core

.NET Core is a cross-platform, open-source framework for building modern applications. Whether you’re developing web apps, APIs, or microservices, .NET Core provides the tools and performance you need.

Why Choose .NET Core?

1. Cross-Platform: Run on Windows, Linux, and macOS
2. High Performance: Optimized for speed and scalability
3. Modern Development: Built-in dependency injection, configuration, and logging
4. Open Source: Active community and transparent development

Getting Started

To begin developing with .NET Core, you’ll need to install the .NET SDK from the official website. Once installed, you can create your first application with a simple command:

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dotnet new webapi -n MyFirstApi
cd MyFirstApi
dotnet run

Key Features

• Unified Platform: Build any app type with a single framework
• Cloud-Ready: Designed for containerization and cloud deployment
• Productive: Rich tooling support with Visual Studio, VS Code, and CLI
• Secure: Built-in security features and regular updates

Next Steps

Start exploring the .NET ecosystem by building small projects and gradually working your way up to more complex applications. The official documentation is an excellent resource for learning.

Happy coding!