The third edition of "ASP.NET Core in Action" by Andrew Lock is a comprehensive guide for intermediate C# developers, teaching them how to build professional-grade full-stack web applications using C# and ASP.NET Core. It covers the latest .NET patterns, including minimal APIs and hosting, and empowers developers to create productive cross-platform web apps with features like dynamic server-side rendering, user authentication, and authorization, and data storage using Entity Framework Core. With its emphasis on productivity and familiarity, ASP.NET Core is a popular choice for developers building web applications.

Format: Hardback
Length: 984 pages
Publication date: 22 August 2023
Publisher: Manning Publications

Build professional-grade full-stack web applications using C# and ASP.NET Core

In ASP.NET Core in Action, 3rd edition, Microsoft MVP Andrew Lock presents a comprehensive guide for intermediate C# developers, empowering them to create remarkable cross-platform web applications. This revised bestseller has been thoroughly updated to reflect the latest .NET patterns, including minimal APIs and minimal hosting. Whether you're a novice or have prior experience with ASP.NET, this book will swiftly enable you to build productive cross-platform web apps.

Key Features:

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  Build minimal APIs for efficiently serving JSON to client-side applications.
  


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  Create dynamic, server-side rendered applications using Razor Pages, offering a modern and concise coding approach.
  


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  Implement robust user authentication and authorization mechanisms to secure your web applications.
  


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  Utilize Entity Framework Core to efficiently store and manage data within your ASP.NET Core applications.
  


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  Integrate unit and integration tests to ensure the reliability and quality of your code.
  


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  Develop custom middleware and components to extend the functionality of your web applications.
  

About the Technology:

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  Developers adore ASP.NET Core for its extensive library of pre-built components, which optimize productivity. This powerful web framework empowers developers to build web applications using HTTP APIs, server-side rendered HTML, and long-running server processes, all while utilizing the same familiar structure and components.
  


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  Version 7.0 of ASP.NET Core takes full advantage of new C# features, simplifies the development of minimal APIs, and delivers significant performance enhancements.
  

By mastering the techniques outlined in ASP.NET Core in Action, 3rd edition, you'll gain the skills to build professional-grade full-stack web applications using C# and ASP.NET Core. Whether you're aspiring to develop web applications for desktop, mobile, or the cloud, this book is your invaluable companion on the journey.

Weight: 1700g
Dimension: 232 x 184 x 51 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781633438620