In this comprehensive course, you'll embark on your journey to mastering ASP.NET Core. You will gain a solid understanding of the framework, how it fits into modern software development, and the key concepts you need to work effectively with ASP.NET Core. By the end, you will feel confident in setting up a development environment and building your first project.
ASP.NET Core Fundamentals and Environment Setup
ASP.NET Core Fundamentals and Environment Setup
This course is part of Complete ASP.NET Core and Entity Framework Development Specialization
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Beginner level
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5 hours to complete
3 weeks at 1 hour a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
What you'll learn
Understand the fundamentals of .NET and ASP.NET Core
Learn how to set up and configure your development environment using Visual Studio and Visual Studio Code
Grasp the Model-View-Controller (MVC) architecture and how to implement Views, Models, and Controllers
Gain proficiency in using Git and GitHub for source control in your ASP.NET Core projects
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May 2025
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6 assignments
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This course is part of the Complete ASP.NET Core and Entity Framework Development Specialization
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There are 6 modules in this course
In this module, we will introduce you to the course and give you a roadmap of what to expect as you embark on your ASP.NET Core learning journey. You’ll get a high-level understanding of the course objectives and how each section will build on the next.
What's included
1 video2 readings
In this module, we will dive into the basics of the .NET framework and ASP.NET Core, explaining their role in modern web development. You’ll also learn about the primary goals of this course and the project you'll be building from start to finish.
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4 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will walk you through the essential environment setup steps needed to start working with ASP.NET Core. You'll learn how to install and configure Visual Studio and Visual Studio Code, including the necessary tools and SDKs. By the end, you'll be ready to begin developing your ASP.NET Core applications efficiently.
What's included
6 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will guide you through setting up your first ASP.NET Core project. You'll learn about the MVC pattern and how it helps structure your application, as well as how to create Views, Models, and Controllers. We'll also cover best practices and essential files for project configuration.
What's included
15 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will introduce you to source control management using Git and GitHub. You’ll learn why source control is critical for team collaboration, and you’ll set up your own GitHub account and repository. By the end, you'll be comfortable with Git operations and integrating GitHub into your development workflow.
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8 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will focus on modifying the layout of your ASP.NET Core website. You'll learn how to customize the Layout file and integrate Bootstrap to enhance the design. We’ll also cover static files and how to commit changes to your GitHub repository, ensuring your work is saved and version-controlled.
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7 videos1 reading2 assignments
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