Learn Blazor from the ground up, with step-by-step instructions and code examples KEY FEATURES ● Explore the ins and outs of Blazor architecture and gain a comprehensive understanding of its components. ● Dive deep into the intricacies of Blazor deployment, ensuring smooth and successful launches. ● Uncover valuable tips and tricks for optimizing performance, ensuring scalability, and enhancing security. DESCRIPTION Building Modern Web Applications with ASP.NET Core Blazor is the ultimate guide to developing high-quality web applications with Blazor and .NET Core. Written by an experienced developer, this book provides a comprehensive overview of Blazor's architecture, components, deployment options, and best practices for optimizing performance and scalability. It begins by introducing WebAssembly, the technology that makes Blazor possible. It then discusses the different hosting models available for Blazor applications. Next, the book covers the basics of building Blazor applications, including how to create components, handle user input, and navigate between pages. The book then delves into more advanced topics, such as uploading and downloading files, using .NET and JavaScript interoperability, connecting to the world with HTTP, persisting data with EF Core, and protecting your application with identity. Finally, the book shows you how to deploy your Blazor application with Docker and Kubernetes. By the end of the book, you will be able to build modern, interactive web applications using Blazor and .NET Core. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ● Gain the ability to develop interactive web applications effortlessly, while building a strong sense of confidence. ● Get familiar with the components model, common design patterns, and solutions implemented in Blazor. ● Learn how to seamlessly integrate and reuse legacy code by leveraging JavaScript interop capabilities within Blazor. ● Discover optimization techniques and best practices for enhancing application performance and scalability. ● Develop a solid grasp of key concepts in .NET Core backend development, including protocols and middleware. WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR Whether you're a seasoned developer or just starting, this book will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to master Blazor and build powerful web applications. Familiarity with fundamental web development concepts, including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, is assumed. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. WebAssembly Introduction 2. Choose Your Hosting Model 3. Implementing Razor and Other Components 4. Advanced Techniques for Blazor Component Enhancement 5. File Uploading in Blazor 6. Serving and Securing Files in Blazor 7. Collecting User Input with Forms 8. Navigating Over Application 9. .NET and JavaScript Interop 10. Connecting to the World with HTTP 11. Data Persistence with EF Core 12. Protecting Your Application with Identity 13. Deploying with Docker and Kubernetes

This book covers many different aspects of developing Blazor applications, a modern way to build rich UI web apps. It also introduces methods to leverage .NET and its eco-systems to build a modern enterprise application. It features WebAssembly and how it can be written in any programming language. The book also compares different Blazor hosting models and the strategy to select a model that suits specific business requirements. It is designed for web developers, software engineers, and tech enthusiasts looking to build robust, interactive web applications using ASP.NET Core Blazor. Using a demonstrative approach for Blazor learners, every chapter includes numerous code examples and a Blazor source code analysis. It covers basic Blazor directives and components and how these concepts can be combined together to build a more complex customized component. Master modern deployment techniques with Docker and Kubernetes. This book also explains some advanced techniques to control component rendering and improve performance. Companion files with code samples and color figures are available for downloading. FEATURES •Features code examples and detailed analysis to help you grasp Blazor concepts effectively •Learn advanced component enhancement, performance optimization, and secure file handling •Master modern deployment techniques with Docker and Kubernetes, ensuring your applications are production-ready •Download companion files with code samples and color figures

Learn how to create and deploy a SPA in C# with Blazor KEY FEATURES ● Get familiar with the basic and advanced concepts of the Blazor framework ● Understand how to implement JavaScript interop in Blazor ● Learn how to inject the service dependency in Blazor ● Learn how to implement security using Authentication and authorization ● Deploy and host your Blazor app on IIS and Azure DESCRIPTION Blazor is a new, open-source, and SPA web framework that allows you to build a web application using C# and HTML. Blazor enables you to write C# code instead of JavaScript. This book is a comprehensive guide about the new modern Blazor framework. It begins with an introduction to the Blazor and its components and concepts. It explains how you can start the development process, what tools you can use to develop an application, and how you can deploy it. You will then learn more about Databind, Eventbinding, layout, routing, JavaScript interop, and Dependency Injection. Concepts such as Authentication and authorization, error handling are also covered. Towards the end, you will learn how to deploy your Single Page Application Using Blazor. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ● Explore and use a various way to create a Blazor component ● Get familiar with the working of Data Binding, Event Binding, Layouts, Routing, and Validation ● Learn how to invoke JavaScript functions from .NET methods ● Preserving State in Server-Side Blazor applications ● Authentication and Authorization using Facebook API & Google API ● Host and Deploy your Blazo app on IIS and Azure WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR This book is for web developers who want to use Blazor to build web apps. This book will also help and guide web developers who are currently using Blazor. AUTHOR BIO Jignesh Trivedi is working as a software developer with a leading organization and having more than 14 years of experience. He is very passionate about Microsoft Technologies. He is an author, speaker, and Microsoft MVP. He loves building great products and POC (proof of concepts) using the best available technologies. He loves to share his knowledge by contributing to the Developer community.

Embark on a tech-tastic adventure and build Software as a Service (SaaS) applications using the Microsoft tech stack Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Key Features Understand the core concepts of Software as a Service and their importance in building modern applications Build a wide array of key elements for SaaS applications using practical examples Learn to test, deploy, upgrade, and maintain a SaaS application Book Description There are several concepts that must be mastered to deliver functional and efficient SaaS applications. This book is perfect for developers and teams with experience in traditional application development looking to switch to SaaS and deliver slick and modern applications. You'll start with a general overview of SaaS as a concept and learn with the help of an example throughout the book to bring life to the technical descriptions. You'll use the Microsoft .NET tech stack for development and C# as the programming language to develop your desired SaaS application. Delivering SaaS requires a deep understanding of all layers in the application stack. As you progress, you'll learn how to approach the database layer, the API, and the UI to confidently approach application development using the SaaS model. Additionally, you'll explore how to test, deploy, maintain, and upgrade each component of the application. By the end of this book, you will be well equipped to approach all aspects of delivering software using the SaaS paradigm. What you will learn Explore SaaS and understand its importance in modern application development Discover multi-tenancy and its impact on design decisions for SaaS Build, test, and deploy a database, API, and UI for a SaaS application Approach authentication and authorization like a pro Scale a SaaS application Employ C# and .NET to build SaaS applications Who this book is for If you are a software developer with an interest in developing apps using the 'SaaS' paradigm, or a tech lead, scrum master, or a director and founder - this book will help you understand how to build a SaaS application. If you are a Java developer looking to start fresh with distributed systems, this book is for you. A basic understanding of Java, Spring/Spring Boot, and Web services will help you get the most out of this book.

Learn about the responsibilities of a .NET solution architect and explore solution architecture principles, DevOps solutions, and design techniques and standards with hands-on examples of design patterns Key FeaturesFind out what are the essential personality traits and responsibilities of a solution architectBecome well-versed with architecture principles and modern design patterns with hands-on examplesDesign modern web solutions and make the most of Azure DevOps to automate your development life cycleBook Description Understanding solution architecture is a must to build and integrate robust systems to meet your client's needs. This makes it crucial for a professional .NET software engineer to learn the key skills of a .NET solution architect to create a unique digital journey and build solutions for a wide range of industries, from strategy and design to implementation. With this handbook, developers working with the .NET technology will be able to put their knowledge to work. The book takes a hands-on approach to help you become an effective solution architect. You'll start by learning the principles of the software development life cycle (SDLC), the roles and responsibilities of a .NET solution architect, and what makes a great .NET solution architect. As you make progress through the chapters, you'll understand the principles of solution architecture and how to design a solution, and explore designing layers and microservices. You'll complete your learning journey by uncovering modern design patterns and techniques for designing and building digital solutions. By the end of this book, you'll have learned how to architect your modern web solutions with ASP.NET Core and Microsoft Azure and be ready to automate your development life cycle with Azure DevOps. What you will learnUnderstand the role and core responsibilities of a .NET solution architectStudy popular UML (Unified Modeling Language) diagrams for solution architectureWork with modern design patterns with the help of hands-on examplesBecome familiar with microservices and designing layersDiscover how to design modern web solutionsAutomate your development life cycle with Azure DevOpsWho this book is for This book is for intermediate and advanced .NET developers and software engineers who want to advance their careers and expand their knowledge of solution architecture and design principles. Beginner or intermediate-level solution architects looking for tips and tricks to build large-scale .NET solutions will find this book useful.

Learn how to build web applications efficiently using ASP.NET Core 5 with the C# programming language and related frameworks Key FeaturesBuild web apps and services and cross-platform applications using .NET and C#Understand different web programming concepts with the help of real-world examplesExplore the new features and APIs in ASP.NET Core 5, EF Core, Visual Studio, and BlazorBook Description ASP.NET Core 5 for Beginners is a comprehensive introduction for those who are new to the framework. This condensed guide takes a practical and engaging approach to cover everything that you need to know to start using ASP.NET Core for building cloud-ready, modern web applications. The book starts with a brief introduction to the ASP.NET Core framework and highlights the new features in its latest release, ASP.NET Core 5. It then covers the improvements in cross-platform support, the view engines that will help you to understand web development, and the new frontend technologies available with Blazor for building interactive web UIs. As you advance, you’ll learn the fundamentals of the different frameworks and capabilities that ship with ASP.NET Core. You'll also get to grips with securing web apps with identity implementation, unit testing, and the latest in containers and cloud-native to deploy them to AWS and Microsoft Azure. Throughout the book, you’ll find clear and concise code samples that illustrate each concept along with the strategies and techniques that will help to develop scalable and robust web apps. By the end of this book, you’ll have learned how to leverage ASP.NET Core 5 to build and deploy dynamic websites and services in a variety of real-world scenarios. What you will learnExplore the new features and APIs introduced in ASP.NET Core 5 and BlazorPut basic ASP.NET Core 5 concepts into practice with the help of clear and simple samplesWork with Entity Framework Core and its different workflows to implement your application’s data accessDiscover the different web frameworks that ASP.NET Core 5 offers for building web appsGet to grips with the basics of building RESTful web APIs to work with real dataDeploy your web apps in AWS, Azure, and Docker containersWork with SignalR to add real-time notifications to your appWho this book is for This book is for developers who want to learn how to develop web-based applications using the ASP.NET Core framework. Familiarity with the C# language and a basic understanding of HTML and CSS is required to get the most out of this book.

Publisher’s Note: Microsoft stopped supporting .NET 5 in May 2022. The newer 8th edition of the book is available that covers .NET 8 (end-of-life November 2026) with C# 12 and EF Core 8. Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Key Features Explore the newest additions to C# 9, the .NET 5 class library, Entity Framework Core and Blazor Strengthen your command of ASP.NET Core 5.0 and create professional websites and services Build cross-platform apps for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android Book DescriptionIn C# 9 and .NET 5 – Modern Cross-Platform Development, Fifth Edition, expert teacher Mark J. Price gives you everything you need to start programming C# applications. This latest edition uses the popular Visual Studio Code editor to work across all major operating systems. It is fully updated and expanded with a new chapter on the Microsoft Blazor framework. The book’s first part teaches the fundamentals of C#, including object-oriented programming and new C# 9 features such as top-level programs, target-typed new object instantiation, and immutable types using the record keyword. Part 2 covers the .NET APIs, for performing tasks like managing and querying data, monitoring and improving performance, and working with the file system, async streams, serialization, and encryption. Part 3 provides examples of cross-platform apps you can build and deploy, such as websites and services using ASP.NET Core or mobile apps using Xamarin.Forms. The best type of application for learning the C# language constructs and many of the .NET libraries is one that does not distract with unnecessary application code. For that reason, the C# and .NET topics covered in Chapters 1 to 13 feature console applications. In Chapters 14 to 20, having mastered the basics of the language and libraries, you will build practical applications using ASP.NET Core, Model-View-Controller (MVC), and Blazor. By the end of the book, you will have acquired the understanding and skills you need to use C# 9 and .NET 5 to create websites, services, and mobile apps.What you will learn Build your own types with object-oriented programming Query and manipulate data using LINQ Build websites and services using ASP.NET Core 5 Create intelligent apps using machine learning Use Entity Framework Core and work with relational databases Discover Windows app development using the Universal Windows Platform and XAML Build rich web experiences using the Blazor framework Build mobile applications for iOS and Android using Xamarin.Forms Who this book is forThis book is best for C# and .NET beginners, or programmers who have worked with C# in the past but feel left behind by the changes in the past few years. This book doesn’t expect you to have any C# or .NET experience; however, you should have a general understanding of programming. Students and professionals with a science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) background can certainly benefit from this book.

Explore the tools and techniques to build scalable and secured RESTful web services and web applications using C# 8 and ASP. NET Core 3.1 Key FeaturesDelve into MVC patterns, configuration, routing, and deployment to build professional-grade applicationsLearn how to integrate ASP applications with the JavaScript frameworks React, Vue, and AngularImprove the performance of applications and the development team by implementing advanced ASP.NET Core conceptsBook Description ASP.NET has been the preferred choice of web developers for a long time. With ASP.NET Core 3, Microsoft has made internal changes to the framework along with introducing new additions that will change the way you approach web development. This second edition has been thoroughly updated to help you make the most of the latest features in the framework, right from gRPC and conventions to Blazor, which has a new chapter dedicated to it. You’ll begin with an overview of the essential topics, exploring the Model-View-Controller (MVC) pattern, various platforms, dependencies, and frameworks. Next, you’ll learn how to set up and configure the MVC environment, before delving into advanced routing options. As you advance, you’ll get to grips with controllers and actions to process requests, and later understand how to create HTML inputs for models. Moving on, you'll discover the essential aspects of syntax and processes when working with Razor. You'll also get up to speed with client-side development and explore the testing, logging, scalability, and security aspects of ASP.NET Core. Finally, you'll learn how to deploy ASP.NET Core to several environments, such as Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and Docker. By the end of the book, you’ll be well versed in development in ASP.NET Core and will have a deep understanding of how to interact with the framework and work cross-platform. What you will learnUnderstand the new capabilities of ASP.NET Core 3.1Become well versed in how to configure ASP.NET Core to use it to its full potentialCreate controllers and action methods, and understand how to maintain stateImplement and validate forms and retrieve information from themImprove productivity by enforcing reuse, process forms, and effective security measuresDelve into the new Blazor development modelDeploy ASP.NET Core applications to new environments, such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, and DockerWho this book is for If you are a developer with basic knowledge of ASP.NET MVC and want to build powerful applications, then this book is for you. Developers who want to explore the latest changes in ASP.NET Core 3.1 to build professional-level applications will also find this book useful. Familiarity with C#, ASP.NET Core, HTML, and CSS is expected to get the most out of this book.

Hit the ground running with this book to quickly learn the fundamentals of HTML form processing, user authentication, and database CRUD (Create, Read, Update, and Delete) operations using the ASP.NET Core family of technologies. You will utilize cutting-edge and popular technology options from both the server side and client side to help you achieve your web application goals as quickly as possible. Developers who want to learn ASP.NET Core and complementary technologies are often overwhelmed by the large number of options involved in building modern web applications. This book introduces you to the most popular options so that you can confidently begin working on projects in no time. You will learn by example, building a sample application that demonstrates how the same application can be built using different options. This experiential approach will give you the basic skills and knowledge to understand how the options work together so that you can make an informed decision about the available choices, their trade-offs, and code level comparison. After reading this book, you will be able to choose your selected learning path. What You Will Learn Develop data entry forms in ASP.NET Core, complete with validations and processing Perform CRUD operations using server-side options: ASP.NET Core MVC, Razor Pages, Web APIs, and Blazor Perform CRUD operations using client-side options: jQuery and Angular Secure web applications using ASP.NET Core Identity, cookie authentication, and JWT authentication Use RDBMS and NoSQL data stores: SQL Server, Azure SQL Database, Azure Cosmos DB, and MongoDB for CRUD operations Deploy ASP.NET Core web applications to IIS and Azure App Service Who This Book Is For Developers who possess a basic understanding of ASP.NET and how web applications work. Some experience with Visual Studio 2017 or higher, C#, and JavaScript is helpful.

Publisher’s Note: Microsoft will stop supporting .NET 7 from May 2024. The newer 8th edition of the book is available that covers .NET 8 (end-of-life November 2026) with C# 12 and EF Core. Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Key Features Explore the newest additions to C# 11, the .NET 7 class libraries, and Entity Framework Core 7 Create professional websites and services with ASP.NET Core 7 and Blazor Build your confidence with step-by-step code examples and tips for best practices Book DescriptionExtensively revised to accommodate the latest features that come with C# 11 and .NET 7, this latest edition of our guide will get you coding in C# with confidence. You’ll learn object-oriented programming, writing, testing, and debugging functions, implementing interfaces, and inheriting classes. Next, you’ll take on .NET APIs for performing tasks like managing and querying data, working with the filesystem, and serialization. As you progress, you’ll also explore examples of cross-platform projects you can build and deploy, such as websites and services using ASP.NET Core. Instead of distracting you with unnecessary graphical user interface code, the first eleven chapters will teach you about C# language constructs and many of the .NET libraries through simple console applications. Having mastered the basics, you’ll then start building websites, web services, and browser apps. By the end of this book, you’ll be able to create rich web experiences and have a solid grasp of object-oriented programming that you can build upon.What you will learn Build rich web experiences using Blazor, Razor Pages, the Model-View-Controller (MVC) pattern, and other features of ASP.NET Core Write, test, and debug functions Query and manipulate data using LINQ Integrate and update databases in your apps using Entity Framework Core models Build and consume powerful services using the latest technologies, including Web API and Minimal API For .NET 6 developers: C# 11 can be used with .NET 6, including features like raw string literals EF Core 7 targets .NET 6, so you can benefit from its new features like ExecuteUpdate and ExecuteDelete for more efficient data modifications Who this book is forThis book is primarily for beginners, but intermediate-level C# and .NET programmers who have worked with C# in the past and want to catch up with the changes made in the past few years will also find plenty of useful information in it. Prior exposure to C# or .NET is not a prerequisite, but you should have a general understanding of programming before you jump in. If you already have some C# and .NET skills and want to focus on developing apps, we recommend that you pick up Mark’s other .NET book, Apps and Services with .NET 7, instead.