Learn to design, develop, debug, and deploy technologies by harnessing the full power of Visual Studio 2022 by discovering its new features and exclusive techniques Key Features Discover solutions to common problems faced while using Visual Studio 2022 Explore tips, tricks, and best practices and discover ways to overcome source-code challenges Deep dive into Visual Studio’s new features and unleash its potential to enhance your coding journey Book DescriptionVisual Studio 2022 is the complete and ideal integrated development environment (IDE) for creating large, complex, and scalable applications. It is one of the most complete tools available for development, especially with Microsoft technologies. This book will teach you how to take advantage of the tools available with this IDE to write clean code faster. You’ll begin by learning how to set up and start Visual Studio 2022 and how to use all the tools provided by this IDE. You will then explore key combinations, tips, and additional utilities that can help you to code faster and review your code constantly. Next, you will see how to compile, debug, and inspect your project to analyze its current behavior using Visual Studio. The book also shows you how to insert reusable blocks of code writing simple statements. Later, you will learn about visual aids and artificial intelligence that will help you improve productivity and understand what is going on in the project. By the end of this book, you will be able to set up your development environment using Visual Studio 2022, personalize the tools and layout, and use shortcuts and extensions to improve your productivity.What you will learn Understand what s new in Visual Studio 2022 Discover the various code tools to improve productivity Explore the benefits of using .NET 6 in Visual Studio 2022 Perform compilation, debugging, and version control comfortably Become well-versed with various shortcuts, tricks, tips, and tools to improve productivity within Visual Studio 2022 Implement remote and collaborative work with Visual Studio 2022 Who this book is for This book is for .NET software developers focusing on web development and web developers who want to learn about the new features, tools, and features available in Visual Studio 2022. Basic knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript or frameworks such as React and Angular is assumed.

Unlock the power of Visual Studio 2022 with this step-by-step illustrated guide and leverage its powerful features Key Features Ride the wave of artificial intelligence using the new GPT-based extensions Explore tips, tricks, and best practices to discover ways to overcome source-code challenges Get to grips with Visual Studio's basic and advanced features to harness its full potential and enhance your coding journey Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Book DescriptionVisual Studio 2022 is widely recognized as the best IDE for application development across various domains. This book is a comprehensive guide for both beginners and experienced .NET developers who wish to familiarize themselves with its basic, advanced, and new features. This book is divided into three sections: the first is an overview of Visual Studio, the second part explores tools for productivity within the IDE, and the third delves into integration with GitHub and Visual Studio extensions. In this second edition, we’ve also expanded the chapters on the use of Visual Studio to environments beyond web development, such as Azure, Desktop, .NET MAUI, and others. Updates to the IDE introduced since the release year of the first edition of the book in 2022 have also been included, such as the use of GPT-based extensions like GitHub Copilot and GitHub Copilot Chat, as well as profiling tools. The book reviews breakpoint groups, a new way to configure breakpoints, as well as tools for web development, such as Browser Link, Dev Tunnels, and Web API Endpoints Explorer. For more advanced developers, the book addresses the topic of developing extensions through the use of the new Visual Studio SDK. By the end of this book, you’ll have a better understanding of Visual Studio 2022 and how to use it to its fullest potential.What you will learn Discover what's new in Visual Studio 2022 Get to grips with the new features in code tools to improve productivity Explore latest compilation and debugging tips Unveil shortcuts, tricks, tips, and tools to improve productivity within Visual Studio 2022 Leverage remote and collaborative work with Visual Studio 2022 Find out how to create new projects and templates in Visual Studio 2022 Enhance your skills by learning general tools, shortcuts, and tips for .NET developers Implement version control with Git Integration into your workflow Who this book is for This book is for .NET developers who want to learn how to use the latest features, tools, and extensions available in Visual Studio 2022. To get the most out of the book, general knowledge of C# is recommended. Knowledge of web development, Azure, .NET MAUI, and Desktop with .NET will help you follow along, but it’s not a prerequisite.

Explore the power of Blazor WebAssembly, gRPC, and source generators for easy and quick web development Key FeaturesGet to grips with integration between Blazor, gRPC, and source generators in real-life projectsDevelop a complete Blazor WebAssembly project that takes advantage of gRPC's capabilitiesExplore best practices for building a high-performance web application with Blazor and C#Book Description Building Blazor WebAssembly Applications with gRPC will take you to the next level in your web development career. After working through all the essentials of gRPC, Blazor, and source generators, you will be far from a beginner C# developer and would qualify as a developer with intermediate knowledge of the Blazor ecosystem. After a quick primer on the basics of Blazor technology, REST, gRPC, and source generators, you'll dive straight into building Blazor WASM applications. You'll learn about everything from two-way bindings and Razor syntax to project setup. The practical emphasis continues throughout the book as you steam through creating data repositories, working with REST, and building and registering gRPC services. The chapters also cover how to manage source generators, C# and debugging best practices, and more. There is no shorter path than this book to solidify your gRPC-enabled web development knowledge. By the end of this book, your knowledge of building Blazor applications with one of the most modern and powerful frameworks around will equip you with a highly sought-after skill set that you can leverage in the best way possible. What you will learnMaster routing and test your learning with demo applicationsCreate service and controller classes for your API endpointsUse gRPC with Blazor instead of REST and revamp your applicationsStudy partial classes, attributes, and more in source generatorsWrite reusable Razor components and debug your code effectivelyUnderstand the semantic model of C# codeDiscover how to read and navigate through syntax treesBuild dynamic websites without using JavaScriptWho this book is for This book is for beginner C# developers who want to learn how to create more performant web apps with less code using Blazor, the gRPC protocol, and source generators. The book assumes a basic understanding of C#, HTML, and web development concepts.

Build robust applications in C# easily using effective and popular design patterns and best practices Key FeaturesRecognize solutions to common problems in software design with C#Explore real-world applications of design patterns that can be used in your everyday workGet to grips with 14 patterns and their design implementationsBook Description As a software developer, you need to learn new languages and simultaneously get familiarized with the programming paradigms and methods of leveraging patterns, as both a communications tool and an advantage when designing well-written, easy-to-maintain code. Design patterns, being a collection of best practices, provide the necessary wisdom to help you overcome common sets of challenges in object-oriented design and programming. This practical guide to design patterns helps C# developers put their programming knowledge to work. The book takes a hands-on approach to introducing patterns and anti-patterns, elaborating on 14 patterns along with their real-world implementations. Throughout the book, you'll understand the implementation of each pattern, as well as find out how to successfully implement those patterns in C# code within the context of a real-world project. By the end of this design patterns book, you'll be able to recognize situations that tempt you to reinvent the wheel, and quickly avoid the time and cost associated with solving common and well-understood problems with battle-tested design patterns. What you will learnGet to grips with patterns, and discover how to conceive and document themExplore common patterns that may come up in your everyday workRecognize common anti-patterns early in the processUse creational patterns to create flexible and robust object structuresEnhance class designs with structural patternsSimplify object interaction and behavior with behavioral patternsWho this book is for This book is for beginner and mid-level software developers who are looking to take their object-oriented programs or software designing skills to the next level by learning to leverage common patterns. A firm grasp of programming fundamentals and classical object-oriented programming (OOP) using languages like C#, C++, Objective-C, or Java is expected.

Develop Intelligent Hybrid and Cross-platform Applications with Powerful Coding Assistance for Developers DESCRIPTION Visual Studio 2022 is the most professional and sophisticated IDE for.NET and C# developers. This book provides comprehensive coverage of Visual Studio 2022, including all the tools and capabilities you can use to improve and streamline the software development process. Author Ockert J. du Preez takes you under the scenes of the Visual Studio IDE and guides you through the newest 2022 version in this revised and enlarged second edition. You will discover new areas of the application and the best way to utilize the capabilities you already know as soon as you install it. The following are some of the essential elements of this newer edition: ● Create cross-platform mobile and desktop applications using.NET MAUI. ● Utilize IntelliCode, an AI-powered code completion tool, for next-generation developer productivity. ● Work with the Razor Editor and troubleshoot problems with visualizations. ● Build, test, and debug.NET, C#, and C++ applications. ● Enhance coding skills to create effective web, mobile, and Azure solutions. ● Get Visual Studio 2022 rolling on Linux and macOS systems. ● Create and use custom IDE extensions. The book exemplifies topics such as extending Visual Studio with your customizations to make it function as you desire effectively. The book will help you learn everything you need to know about.NET 6, diagnosing and debugging programs, and utilizing all the collaborative tools in Visual Studio 2022. This book will teach you how to use the brand new AI IntelliCode and implement .NET MAUI and C++ 20 features. WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR This is the book for you, developers, and programmers who wish to master Visual Studio and produce high-quality code in any deployment setting and for any application. You only need to be familiar with.NET and C#. Nothing else is required. TABLE OF CONTENTS Section - I: Getting to Know the Visual Studio 2022 IDE 1. Getting Started with Visual Studio 2022 2. Having a Look at .NET 6 3. Language and Coding Changes in C# 4. Digging into the Visual Studio 2022 IDE Section - II: Using The Tools in Visual Studio 2022 5. AI IntelliCode 6. Built-in Coding Experience Tools 7. Diagnostics and Debugging Tools Section - III: Advanced Tools 8. Web Tools and Extensions 9. Mobile Tools 10. Azure Tools Section - IV: Advanced Topics 11. C++ 20 Appendix 'A'

Learn how to build cross-platform mobile apps from a single shared codebase KEY FEATURES ● Covers fundamental and advanced aspects of multi-platform mobile development ● Revisit the fundamentals of.NET and C# to create modern native apps more quickly ● Check out tips and advice on getting started as a successful mobile developer DESCRIPTION For any mobile developer, it's clear that Xamarin knowledge is vital, thanks to the reintroduction of .NET MAUI. This book provides the reader with complete hands-on experience in designing cross-platform mobile applications with Xamarin, C#, and .NET. The book discusses the importance of cross-platform mobile app development and the benefits of learning Xamarin. The book delivers a quick lesson on C# and Visual Studio to implement all of the knowledge gained in this book into your first mobile application. In the second half of the book, you'll learn to start from scratch using Xamarin and create mobile apps in C#. It explains how to utilise Visual Studio as the development environment, design the user interface using the XAML markup language, organise common controls into layouts, and create multi-page applications with navigation and various pages. This includes creating reusable resources, such as styles and templates, and the use of local and remote databases for data manipulation. In addition, the book offers expert advice on the requirements of a standard mobile application, such as handling network connection, battery level, and safeguarding data in the device's secure storage. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ● Learn every aspect of Xamarin to create cross-platform mobile applications. ● Refresh .NET, C#, and Visual Studio skills required for mobile development. ● Build UI with XAML, views, and layouts, including navigation. ● Use reusable resources, data-oriented coding, multimedia support, and debug code. ● Explore advanced programming patterns and ways to improve performance. ● Tips and answers to help you land a job as a mobile developer. WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR This book is intended for beginners, aspiring mobile developers, .NET users, Visual Studio users, and application developers eager to design and build mobile apps compatible with numerous platforms. This book will also refresh your knowledge of .NET and C# so you can begin Xamarin development rapidly. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. The importance of mobile app development 2. Xamarin and Microsoft in the mobile app market 3. Introducing .NET and Visual Studio 4. The C# programming language 5. Building apps with Xamarin and Xamarin.Forms 6. Organizing the User Interface with layouts 7. Understanding common views 8. Pages and navigation 9. Resources and Data Binding 10. Brushes, Shapes, and Media 11. Managing the application lifecycle 12. Working with Web API 13. Working with Native API 14. Finding a job 15. Succeeding as a Mobile App Developer

A practical guide to cross-platform app development with .NET MAUI and C# KEY FEATURES ● Get familiar with .NET MAUI, its associated libraries, and popular design patterns used in cross-platform app development. ● Learn how to design and implement visually appealing and interactive user interfaces in your .NET MAUI app. ● Deep dive into the process of creating and refining an application with a custom user interface (UI). DESCRIPTION .NET MAUI (Multi-platform App UI) is a framework developed by Microsoft that allows developers to build cross-platform mobile and desktop applications using a single codebase. This book is a comprehensive guide that covers various aspects of cross-platform development with .NET MAUI. In the initial chapters you will gain a solid understanding of the fundamental aspects and specifics of cross-platform .NET MAUI apps, their structure and the diverse range of application resources. The book will then guide you in creating your first UI application using cross-platform techniques. Moving on, you will delve into more advanced topics such as MVVM, dependency injection, data storage, leveraging device capabilities, and ensuring accessibility in your applications. Lastly, you will explore alternative approaches like Shell and Blazor Hybrid, offering flexible options for building native applications. By the end of the book, you will be able to develop cross-platform applications using .NET MAUI. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ● Understand how .NET MAUI works. ● Build custom UI including animations and custom controls. ● Build robust distributed architecture including MVVM and DI. ● Explore different application design approaches such as Hierarchical, Shell, and Hybrid-Blazor. ● Learn how to embed the LiteDB database seamlessly into your apps. WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR This book caters to both beginners entering the world of cross-platform GUI app development with .NET and professionals who have previous experience with Xamarin. Prior knowledge of C# or a strong foundation in other programming languages is essential to comprehend and benefit from the book fully. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Getting Started with .NET MAUI 2. Upskill Essentials of C# 3. Exploring .NET MAUI and Its Features 4. In and Out of UI Development 5. Layering with MVVM 6. Deep Dive into UI Design 7. Essentials and Community Toolkit 8. Accessibility 9. Native Interactive Features with Shell and Blazor

Your hands-on guide to Visual C# fundamentals with Visual Studio 2022 Expand your expertise—and teach yourself the fundamentals of programming the latest version of Visual C# with Visual Studio 2022. This book provides software developers all the guidance, exercises, and code needed to start building responsive, scalable, cloud-connected applications that can run almost anywhere. Discover how to: Quickly start creating Visual C# code and projects with Visual Studio Work with variables, operators, expressions, methods, and program flow Build more robust apps with error, exception, and resource management Spot problems fast with the integrated Visual Studio 2022 debugger Master new default interface methods, static local functions, async disposable types, and other enhancements Make the most of the C# object model, and create functional data structures Leverage advanced properties, indexers, generics, and collection classes Create Windows 11 apps that share data, collaborate, and use cloud services Use lightweight records to build immutable reference types more easily Perform complex queries over object collections with LINQ Improve application throughput and response time with asynchronous methods Use delegates and decoupling to construct highly extensible systems Customize C# operator behavior over your own classes and structures Implement the powerful Model-View-ViewModel (MVVM) pattern Build UWP applications that retrieve complex data and present it intuitively

Design, build, and share cross-platform software effortlessly, and enhance your development workflow with this hands-on guide Key Features Unlock efficient cross-platform builds with streamlined CMake setups Learn CMake's most powerful features for streamlined software development from a seasoned game and engine developer Create and distribute an application with step-by-step instructions, practical examples, and working code Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Book DescriptionMinimal CMake guides you through creating a CMake project one step at a time. The book utilizes the author's unique expertise in game and engine development to craft compelling examples of how CMake can be used to build complex software. The chapters introduce concepts gradually, each one building on the last. Throughout the course of the book, you will progress from a simple console application all the way through to a full windowed app. The book will help you build a strong foundation in CMake that will translate to future projects. You'll learn how to integrate existing software libraries to enhance your app's functionality, how to build reusable libraries to share with others, and how to manage developing for multiple platforms simultaneously, including macOS, Windows, and Linux. You'll also find out how CMake facilitates testing and how to package your application ready for distribution. The book aims to not overwhelm you with everything there is to know about CMake. Instead, it focuses on the most relevant and important parts that will help you become productive quickly. By the end of this book, you will be a confident CMake user and will have gained the skills and experience to build and share your own libraries and applications.What you will learn Set up projects for seamless cross-platform development Integrate external libraries to enhance your project's functionality Create and share reusable libraries Manage complex software dependencies for improved maintainability Package and distribute applications efficiently Utilize top tools to streamline your CMake workflow Explore resources for continuous learning Who this book is for If you are a programmer skilled in C, C++, Swift, Objective-C, or C#, and keen on cross-platform development and open-source software, this book is for you. A solid grasp of CMake helps you to effectively utilize and create open-source libraries and applications. No prior knowledge of CMake is necessary, though familiarity with an imperative programming language (especially C and C++) is beneficial. While a basic understanding of the terminal is advantageous, comprehensive setup instructions will guide you across Windows, macOS, and Linux (Ubuntu).

Unlock the potential of design patterns to write better code in C# 11 and .NET 7 KEY FEATURES ● Learn the essentials of C# and object-oriented programming. ● Gain insights into best practices for quality coding. ● Learn how to use design patterns to write code that is reusable, flexible, and maintainable. DESCRIPTION This book is a complete guide to design patterns and object-oriented programming (OOP) in C# and .NET. It covers everything from the basics of C# and Visual Studio to advanced topics like software architecture and best coding practices, including the SOLID principles. The book starts with the basics of C#, .NET, the SOLID principles, and the OOP paradigm. Then, it introduces widely-used design patterns with hands-on examples in C# and .NET. These examples include real-world scenarios and step-by-step instructions. In addition, the book provides an overview of advanced features in the .NET ecosystem, insights into current market solutions for software strategy, and guidance on when to use a design pattern-centric approach. The book concludes with valuable recommendations and best practices for .NET applications, especially when using design patterns. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ● Learn how to use the Singleton pattern to ensure that only one instance of a class exists in your application. ● Learn how to use the Prototype pattern to create new objects by copying existing objects. ● Learn how to use the Factory Method pattern to create objects without specifying their concrete classes. ● Learn how to use the Adapter pattern to make incompatible interfaces work together. ● Learn how to use the Proxy pattern to control access to objects. ● Learn how to use the Strategy pattern to encapsulate algorithms. WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR This book is invaluable for software developers switching to .NET, experienced .NET developers learning about advanced design patterns, object-oriented programming paradigms, and SOLID principles, and .NET Core enthusiasts looking for information on core functionalities and recent platform advancements. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. C# Fundamentals 2. .NET Fundamentals 3. Basic Concepts of Object-Oriented Programming in C# 4. SOLID Principles in C# 5. Introduction to Design Patterns 6. Singleton Pattern in .NET Applications 7. Abstract Factory Pattern with Blazor 8. Prototype Pattern with ASP.NET Razor 9. Factory Method Pattern Using New Features on C# 11 10. Adapter Pattern with Entity Framework Core 11. Composite Pattern with ASP.NET MVC 12. Proxy Pattern with GRPC 13. Command Pattern Using MediatR 14. Strategy Pattern Using Azure C# and Azure Functions 15. Observer Pattern