Foundational C# with Microsoft

Course 01: Write Your First Code Using C#

learning to write your first code using C#. Develop a strong foundation as you explore the fundamentals and syntax of the language, setting the stage for your programming adventures.

• Write Your First C# Code
• Store and Retrieve Data Using Literal and Variable Values in C#
• Perform Basic String Formatting in C#
• Perform Basic Operations on Numbers in C#
• Guided Project - Calculate and Print Student Grades
• Guided Project - Calculate Final GPA

Course 02: Create and Run Simple C# Console Applications

Master the art of creating and running simple C# console applications. Dive into the world of console-based programming, where you will gain hands-on experience executing your code and seeing it in action.

• Install and Configure Visual Studio Code
• Call Methods From the .NET Class Library Using C#
• Add Decision Logic to Your Code Using if, else, and else if statements in C#
• Store and Iterate Through Sequences of Data Using Arrays and the foreach Statement in C#
• Create Readable Code with Conventions, Whitespace, and Comments in C#
• Guided Project - Develop foreach and if-elseif-else Structures to Process Array Data in C#
• Challenge Project - Develop foreach and if-elseif-else Structures to Process Array Data in C#

Course 03: Add Logic to C# Console Applications

Unlock the power of logic in C# console applications. Learn how to add logic and decision-making capabilities to your code, enabling your applications to make dynamic choices and respond intelligently to different scenarios.

• Evaluate Boolean Expressions to Make Decisions in C#
• Control Variable Scope and Logic Using Code Blocks in C#
• Branch the Flow of Code Using the switch-case Construct in C#
• Iterate Through a Code Block Using the for Statement in C#
• Add Looping Logic to Your Code Using the do-while and while Statements in C#
• Guided Project - Develop Conditional Branching and Looping Structures in C#
• Challenge Project - Develop Branching and Looping Structures in C#

Course 04: Work with Variable Data in C# Console Applications

Discover the versatility of variable data in C# console applications. Harness the ability to store and manipulate different types of data, such as numbers and text, as you delve into the essential concepts of variables and data handling.

• Choose the Correct Data Type in Your C# Code
• Convert Data Types Using Casting and Conversion Techniques in C#
• Perform Operations on Arrays Using Helper Methods in C#
• Format Alphanumeric Data for Presentation in C#
• Modify the Content of Strings Using Built-In String Data Type Methods in C#
• Guided Project - Work with Variable Data in C#
• Challenge Project - Work with Variable Data in C#

Course 05: Create Methods in C# Console Applications

Take your C# console applications to the next level by mastering the art of creating methods. Learn how to organize and modularize your code, making it more manageable, reusable, and efficient.

• Write Your First C# Method
• Create C# Methods with Parameters
• Create C# Methods that Return Values
• Guided Project - Plan a Petting Zoo Visit
• Challenge Project - Create a Mini-Game

Course 06: Debug C# Console Applications

Sharpen your troubleshooting skills as you dive into the world of debugging C# console applications. Gain the ability to identify and fix issues in your code, ensuring your applications run smoothly and deliver the desired results.

• Review the Principles of Code Debugging and Exception Handling
• Implement the Visual Studio Code Debugging Tools for C#
• Implement Exception Handling in C# Console Applications
• Create and Throw Exceptions in C# Console Applications
• Guided Project - Debug and Handle Exceptions in a C# Console Application Using Visual Studio Code
• Challenge Project - Debug a C# Console Application Using Visual Studio Code