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Program.cs — C# 14 · .NET 10
1// C# 14 — top-level statements, primary constructors, collection expressions
2using Microsoft.Extensions.DependencyInjection;
3
4var services = new ServiceCollection()
5    .AddSingleton<IGreeter, Greeter>()
6    .BuildServiceProvider();
7
8var greeter = services.GetRequiredService<IGreeter>();
9greeter.Greet(["Alice", "Bob", "World"]);
10
11public interface IGreeter { void Greet(string[] names); }
12
13// Primary constructor — C# 14
14public class Greeter(ILogger<Greeter> logger) : IGreeter
15{
16    public void Greet(string[] names)
17    {
18        foreach (var name in names)
19            logger.LogInformation($"Hello, {name}!");
20    }
21}
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Everything you need to
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This isn't a surface-level tutorial. Each lesson goes deep — with real code, working examples, and the patterns used in production systems at scale.

C# 14 Language Features

Primary constructors, collection expressions, interceptors, the field keyword, and all the latest syntax innovations.

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Object-Oriented Programming

Classes, interfaces, inheritance, polymorphism, encapsulation — with advanced patterns like SOLID and design patterns.

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Async / Await & Concurrency

Task-based async programming, ValueTask, IAsyncEnumerable, channels, and avoiding deadlocks in real apps.

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LINQ & Functional Patterns

Master LINQ for objects, EF Core queries, deferred execution, and applying functional programming ideas in C#.

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Generics & Type System

Generic classes, methods, constraints, covariance, contravariance, and leveraging the full power of C#'s type system.

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Performance & Memory

Span<T>, Memory<T>, ArrayPool, ref structs, unsafe code, and writing zero-allocation hot paths.

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ASP.NET Core & Web APIs

Build production REST APIs with minimal APIs, controller-based APIs, middleware, authentication, and OpenAPI.

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Data Access & EF Core

Entity Framework Core 10, Dapper, repositories, unit of work, migrations, and query optimization.

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Testing & Code Quality

xUnit 3, NSubstitute mocking, FluentAssertions, TDD workflow, integration testing, and code coverage.

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Featured C# Database Book

C# Database Programming with Windows Forms and SQL Server

Build Practical Desktop Business Applications with Visual Studio 2026, ADO.NET, LINQ, and Real-World Projects. This book takes you step by step through the complete process of creating data-driven business software using C#, Visual Studio 2026, Windows Forms, ADO.NET, and SQL Server. Rather than focusing only on syntax, it shows you how to design databases, connect applications to SQL Server, manage records, validate input, generate reports, and develop full working systems that solve real business problems.

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01
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C# & .NET 10 — Getting Started
FoundationsBeginner
02
📝
Variables, Types & Operators
FoundationsBeginner
03
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Control Flow — if, switch, loops
FoundationsBeginner
04
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Methods, Parameters & Return Types
FoundationsBeginner
05
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Classes & Objects — OOP Fundamentals
OOPIntermediate
06
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Inheritance & Polymorphism
OOPIntermediate
07
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Interfaces & Abstract Classes
OOPIntermediate
08
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Collections — Arrays, Lists & Dictionaries
Core C#Intermediate
09
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LINQ — Language Integrated Query
Core C#Intermediate
10
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Exception Handling & Error Patterns
Core C#Intermediate
11
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Delegates, Events & Lambdas
Core C#Intermediate
12
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Generics — Types, Methods & Constraints
Core C#Intermediate
13
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File I/O & Streams
Core C#Intermediate
14
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Async / Await & Task-Based Programming
AsyncIntermediate
15
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Structs, Records & Value Types
Core C#Intermediate
16
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Pattern Matching & Switch Expressions
Core C#Intermediate
17
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Nullable Reference Types & Null Safety
Core C#Intermediate
18
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Enums, Attributes & Reflection
Core C#Intermediate
19
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Extension Methods & Fluent APIs
Core C#Intermediate
20
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Dependency Injection in C#
ArchitectureIntermediate
21
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HttpClient & REST API Consumption
NetworkingAdvanced
22
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JSON Serialization with System.Text.Json
DataAdvanced
23
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Entity Framework Core 10 Essentials
Data AccessAdvanced
24
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Unit Testing with xUnit 3 & NSubstitute
TestingAdvanced
25
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SOLID Principles in C#
ArchitectureAdvanced
26
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Design Patterns in C#
ArchitectureAdvanced
27
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Concurrency — Threads, Mutex & Semaphore
AsyncAdvanced
28
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C# 14 — Primary Constructors & New Syntax
C# 14Advanced
29
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IAsyncEnumerable & Streaming Data
AsyncAdvanced
30
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Building REST APIs with ASP.NET Core 10
Web DevAdvanced
31
Span<T>, Memory<T> & Zero-Allocation Code
PerformanceExpert
32
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Source Generators & Roslyn APIs
MetaprogrammingExpert
33
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Expression Trees & Dynamic LINQ
Advanced LINQExpert
34
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Unsafe Code, Pointers & Native Interop
Low-LevelExpert
35
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ML.NET & AI Integration in C#
AI / MLExpert
36
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BenchmarkDotNet & Performance Profiling
PerformanceExpert
37
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Domain-Driven Design in C#
ArchitectureExpert
38
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Channels & the Actor Model
ConcurrencyExpert
39
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Interceptors, Mixins & Metaprogramming
C# 14Expert
40
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Capstone — Full C# Production App
CapstoneExpert
Companion books

Three strong paths after the free tutorial

After readers complete the free lessons, they can continue with a structured C# language book, apply their skills through 2D game projects, or advance into AI agent development with Python and C#.

C# in Visual Studio 2026 by Dr. Liew Voon Kiong
Primary C# companion

C# in Visual Studio 2026

This is the book that most naturally matches the tutorial page. Readers who enjoy the free lessons can continue with a more structured roadmap, more examples, and a stronger bridge from fundamentals to real application development.

It reinforces the same learning journey shown on this page: modern C# syntax, object-oriented programming, LINQ, async development, APIs, EF Core, testing, and practical projects in Visual Studio 2026.

  • Natural next step after the free lesson series
  • Structured beginner-to-advanced C# progression
  • More examples, explanations, and hands-on projects
  • Strong match for Visual Studio 2026 learners

Recommended first if you want the most complete companion to this free C# tutorial.

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Project-based C# game development

C# Game Programming Made Easy

This practical book helps readers turn C# fundamentals into playable 2D projects. It is a strong follow-up for learners who want to understand game loops, graphics, animation, collision detection, sound, and simple AI while strengthening object-oriented programming skills.

The full subtitle is: Learn 2D Game Development, Object-Oriented Programming, Game Loops, Graphics, Animation, Collision Detection, Sound, and Simple AI with C#.

  • Build fun 2D game projects with C#
  • Practice OOP through real game objects and behaviors
  • Learn animation, collision detection, sound, and game loops
  • Introduce simple AI for smarter enemies and gameplay

Recommended if you want to learn C# by building creative, interactive projects.

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Advanced next-step book

Building AI Agents with Python and C#

After readers become comfortable with C#, this is the logical expansion title. It shows how to build software that can reason, call tools, retrieve knowledge, manage memory, and operate inside dependable workflows.

The book covers agent design patterns, MCP integration, retrieval-augmented workflows, memory systems, document-aware assistants, and production thinking for real AI applications built with Python and C#.

  • Build tool-using agents, not just chatbots
  • Learn MCP, structured outputs, and safer tool design
  • Implement retrieval, memory, and document-aware flows
  • Bridge prototyping and production workflows in Python and C#

Why these books work together

The C# tutorial and core C# book build language mastery. The game programming book turns those skills into creative 2D projects, while the AI agents book shows how C# can support modern intelligent systems that work with tools, data, and real business workflows.

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Recommended when you are ready to move from C# fundamentals to modern AI-powered software systems.

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