Web Development in C# (.NET): From Basics to Deployment

The book "Web Development in C# (.NET): From Basics to Deployment" is a comprehensive guide for anyone who wants to master creating web applications on one of the most powerful and in-demand platforms — .NET. The author, Andrey Sokolov, an experienced developer and technical writer, will guide you through all stages of development: from the first lines of code in C# to deploying a finished project on a real server.

What is this book about?

The book is structured as a practical course that combines theory with real-world examples. You will not only learn the syntax of C#, but also learn how to apply it in the context of web development. The main focus is on the ASP.NET Core framework — a modern, cross-platform solution for creating high-performance web applications.

• Basics of C# and .NET: data types, OOP, LINQ, asynchrony, memory management.
• ASP.NET Core MVC: creating controllers, views (Razor), routing, middleware.
• Working with databases: Entity Framework Core, migrations, relationships, query optimization.
• Authentication and authorization: Identity, JWT tokens, protection against XSS and CSRF.
• API and client-side: RESTful API, Swagger, integration with JavaScript frameworks.
• Testing and debugging: unit tests, integration tests, profiling.
• Deployment and DevOps: publishing to IIS, Linux, Docker, CI/CD with GitHub Actions.

Who is this book for?

The book will be useful for:

• Beginner developers who want to start a career in backend development with C#.
• Programmers in other languages (Java, Python, PHP) who want to master the .NET ecosystem.
• Students and graduates studying modern web development technologies.
• Experienced developers who want to systematize their knowledge and learn about the latest features of .NET 8/9.

What will you learn after reading?

• Understand the architecture of ASP.NET Core and learn to design scalable applications.
• Be able to create full-fledged websites and APIs from scratch.
• Master working with databases via Entity Framework Core (Code-First, Database-First).
• Learn how to configure authentication and data protection.
• Learn how to test code and automate the deployment process.
• Be able to publish your project on a hosting service or in the cloud.

All code examples are available on GitHub and are accompanied by detailed comments. The book is written in a lively, accessible language with an emphasis on practical application. If you want to become a sought-after .NET developer and create modern web applications — this book is for you.