Visual Studio 2026 Bookstore

Choose the right book for your next programming goal.

A curated collection of Visual Studio, C#, Blazor, Python, AI, database, C++, Java, Rust, DevOps, and developer productivity books by Dr. Liew Voon Kiong. Start with the beginner path or jump directly to the topic you want to master.

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Start here .NET, C# and business applications Blazor, web and cross-platform apps AI, local AI and developer productivity Programming languages and systems development Cloud, DevOps and deployment

First-time Visual Studio reader Start with Visual Studio 2026 Made Easy, then continue with C# in Visual Studio 2026. Business app developer Follow the C# path, then move into Windows Forms, SQL Server, and database programming. Web or mobile app developer Choose Blazor for web apps or .NET MAUI Blazor Hybrid for cross-platform apps. AI application builder Move into AI agents, RAG apps, local AI, and private AI development on Windows and .NET.

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New to Visual Studio 2026? Begin with the core IDE book, then move into C#, databases, web, mobile, AI, or another programming language.

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Visual Studio 2026 Hands-On Projects Made Easy

Build Real C# and .NET 10 Applications with Step-by-Step Screenshots, Databases, APIs, Testing, Deployment, and AI Tools

Best for: Beginners who want a guided first Visual Studio book.

Visual StudioBeginner.NET

Paperback Kindle Edition

.NET, C# and business applications

For readers who want to build practical desktop, database, and professional .NET applications.

C# Book

C# Windows Forms Projects Made Easy

Build Practical Desktop Applications with Visual Studio 2026, .NET, SQL Server, APIs, Reports, Charts, Files, and AI-Assisted Coding

Best for: for beginners, students, self-learners, and developers who want to build real Windows desktop applications using C#, .

C#.NETProgramming

Amazon Kindle

Database Apps

C# Database Programming with Windows Forms and SQL Server

Build practical desktop business applications with Visual Studio 2026, Windows Forms, ADO.NET, LINQ, and SQL Server.

Best for: Students and developers building inventory, sales, and office database apps.

C#SQL ServerWindows Forms

Amazon Kindle

Database Apps

C# AI Agents Made Easy

Build Intelligent .NET Applications with C#, Semantic Kernel, MCP, RAG, Tools, Memory, and Workflow Automation

Best for: Students and developers who want to understand how modern AI agents can be built using C#

C#AI Agents Made Easy

Amazon Kindle

C# Game

C# Game Programming Made Easy

Learn 2D Game Development, Object-Oriented Programming, Game Loops, Graphics, Animation, Collision Detection, Sound, and Simple AI with C#

Best for: Students and developers who want to learn how to build simple 2D games using C# and Windows Forms.

C#Game Programming

Amazon Kindle

C# Programming

C# Programming for Beginners Made Easy

Step-by-Step Introduction to C#, Visual Studio, .NET, Variables, Decisions, Loops, Methods, Classes, Files, and Simple Console Projects

Best for:beginners, students, self-learners, and anyone who wants a structured introduction to C# programming without unnecessary complexity.

C#Game Programming

Amazon Kindle

C# Database Programming

C# Database Programming Made Easy with Visual Studio 2026

Build Windows Forms Applications with SQL Server LocalDB, ADO.NET, LINQ, CRUD, Reports, and Practical Business Projects

Best for:beginners, students, lecturers, self-learners, and developers who want to create professional Windows Forms database applications using C#, SQL Server LocalDB, SQL Server Object Explorer, ADO.NET, LINQ, and modern .NET tools.

C#Game Programming

Amazon Kindle

C# AI Agents

C# AI Agents Made-Second Edition

Build Intelligent .NET Applications with Ollama, Semantic Kernel, MCP, RAG, and AI Tools

Best for:beginners, students, lecturers, self-learners, and developers who want to Learn to build powerful AI agents locally with C#, Visual Studio 2026, .NET 10, Ollama, and Qwen 3.5 — without paid cloud AI APIs!

C#AI Agents Development

Amazon Kindle

Blazor, web and cross-platform apps

For C# developers who want to build modern web, mobile, desktop, and hybrid applications.

Blazor Web Apps

Mastering Blazor with Visual Studio 2026

Build interactive web apps with C#, Razor components, WebAssembly, Blazor Server, and .NET 10.

Best for: C# developers who want to build modern web apps without switching fully to JavaScript.

BlazorWebRazor

Amazon Kindle

Cross-Platform Apps

.NET MAUI Blazor Hybrid Made Easy

Build cross-platform mobile, desktop, and web apps with C#, Razor components, BlazorWebView, and Visual Studio 2026.

Best for: Readers who want one C# codebase for mobile and desktop style applications.

.NET MAUIBlazorMobile

Amazon Kindle

Cross-Platform Mobile Apps

Cross-Platform Mobile App Development with .NET MAUI Made Easy

Build Android, iOS, Windows, and macOS Apps with C#, XAML, Visual Studio 2026, APIs, Databases, Authentication, and Real-World Projects.

Best for: Readers who want to create mobile and desktop apps using one shared code base. Instead of learning separate development tools for Android, iOS, Windows, and macOS

.NET MAUIAndroidMobile

Amazon Kindle

iOS Apps

iOS App Development with SwiftUI Made Easy

Build Modern iPhone Apps with Swift, Xcode, SwiftData, APIs, Navigation, Testing, and App Store Deployment

Best for: Readers who want to learn how to build modern iOS apps using SwiftUI, Swift, Xcode, SwiftData, APIs, and Apple development tools.

SwiftUIiOSMobile

Amazon Kindle

AI, local AI and developer productivity

For readers who want to build agents, copilots, RAG applications, local AI systems, and faster development workflows.

AI Agents

Building AI Agents with Python and C#

Learn to design and build practical AI agents, tool-using workflows, and real-world automation systems.

Best for: Developers ready to move from basic AI prompts to working agent applications.

AI AgentsPythonC#

Amazon Kindle

Private AI

Local AI Development on Windows and .NET

Build private AI applications with Visual Studio, C#, local models, and Windows-based development tools.

Best for: Developers who prefer local, private, and offline-friendly AI workflows.

Local AI.NETWindows

Amazon Kindle

Practical AI Systems

Build Real-World Agents, Copilots, RAG Apps, and Local AI Systems

A hands-on guide to building useful AI systems with C#, Python, .NET, RAG, copilots, and local AI techniques.

Best for: Readers who want complete AI application patterns and practical project ideas.

RAGCopilotsAI Apps

Amazon Kindle

Developer Tool

Master Visual Studio Code from Beginner to Expert

Learn setup, productivity, debugging, extensions, Git workflows, and professional development habits in VS Code.

Best for: Students and developers who use VS Code for Python, JavaScript, C++, web, and cloud projects.

VS CodeProductivityTools

Amazon Kindle

Programming languages and systems development

For readers who want to learn Python, C++, Rust, Java, and practical systems programming skills.

Python Track

Python in Visual Studio 2026

Learn Python step by step with projects, data work, automation, and AI applications inside Visual Studio 2026.

Best for: Beginners and C# developers who want to add Python skills.

PythonAutomationAI

Amazon Kindle

C++ Starter Book

C++ Programming Made Easy

Learn modern C++, object-oriented programming, STL fundamentals, and application building with Visual Studio 2026.

Best for: Beginners who want to start C++ using a guided Visual Studio approach.

C++STLOOP

Amazon Kindle

Advanced C++

Advanced C++ Practical Programming

Build professional applications with modern C++, Visual Studio 2026, CMake, STL, SQLite, testing, and AI tools.

Best for: C++ readers ready to move beyond syntax into professional application development.

C++CMakeSQLite

Amazon Kindle

C++ Games

C++ Game Programming Made Easy with Visual Studio 2026

Build Five Complete 2D Games with Modern C++, SFML 3, Graphics, Animation, Sound, and Step-by-Step Projects

Whether you are a student, a programming hobbyist, or a developer exploring game creation, this book offers a practical path from essential C++ concepts to complete 2D games.

C++CMake2D Games

Amazon Kindle Hardcover

Rust Programming

Rust Made Easy

A practical beginner-to-intermediate guide to safe, fast, and modern systems programming with Rust 2024.

Best for: Developers who want a safer systems programming language after C or C++.

RustSystemsSafety

Amazon Kindle

Java Programming

Java 2026 Made Easy

A practical guide to OOP, Spring Boot, REST APIs, SQL, and AI-assisted development with VS Code and IntelliJ IDEA.

Best for: Readers interested in enterprise programming, backend services, and Java application development.

JavaSpring BootREST APIs

Amazon Kindle

Cloud, DevOps and deployment

For developers who want to containerize, deploy, scale, and manage modern applications.

Cloud & DevOps

Docker and Kubernetes Made Easy

Build, deploy, and manage modern applications with containers, Kubernetes, CI/CD, networking, scaling, and cloud-native workflows.

Best for: Developers preparing to deploy apps professionally with containers and cloud-native tools.

DockerKubernetesCI/CD

Amazon Kindle

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