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C# for .NET Developers

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Go from .NET Core foundations and the .NET CLI to C# fundamentals, object-oriented programming, and advanced patterns - delegates, events, lambda expressions and async programming.

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2 weeks to complete · 10 hours a week 3 modules · 13 assignments Flexible schedule
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C# for .NET Developers

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Course 1 of 3Intermediate levelEnglish
  • 61 videos · 14 readings · 13 assignments
  • 1 ungraded lab · 1 plugin · 1 discussion prompt
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  • Flexible schedule - learn at your own pace
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VS Code, the .NET CLI and your first console app in Module 1

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13 assignments across the three modules

Course highlights

As listed on the Coursera course page

IntermediateLevel
2 weeksTo complete
10 hours/weekSuggested pace
3 modules61 videos · 14 readings
13 assignmentsGraded and practice quizzes
21 languagesTaught in English
Flexible scheduleLearn at your own pace
CertificateShareable on LinkedIn
01 About the course

From the .NET environment to advanced, asynchronous C#.

Three modules take you from understanding the .NET environment, to writing C# programs, to using advanced C# programming concepts.

  1. .NET Core foundations

    .NET Core and its features, .NET Framework vs .NET Core, VS Code and the .NET CLI

    Module 1

  2. C# fundamentals

    Variables and data types, operators, control flow, arrays and strings

    Module 2

  3. Object-oriented programming

    Classes and objects, encapsulation, constructors, inheritance

    Module 2

  4. Advanced C# patterns

    Polymorphism, interfaces, properties, indexers, delegates, events, lambdas

    Module 3

  5. Asynchronous programming

    Synchronous vs asynchronous, then the APM, EAP and TAP patterns

    Module 3

C# for .NET Developers starts with .NET Core and ASP.NET foundations: configuring VS Code, working with .NET CLI commands, comparing .NET Framework and .NET Core, and building a first console application.

From there it moves into C# programming fundamentals and OOP, then into advanced patterns - polymorphism, abstract classes, interfaces, delegates, events, lambda expressions, exception handling - and the three async models: APM, EAP and TAP.

Every module pairs short video lessons with readings and quizzes: 61 videos, 14 readings and 13 assignments, plus an ungraded lab, a plugin and a discussion prompt.

Inside the course
01Introduction to ASP.NET4 hours 02C# Programming Fundamentals6 hours 03Advanced C# Programming7 hours
02 Who it's for

Open to beginners and intermediate developers.

No prior C# or .NET experience is required. The Coursera course FAQ names these learners.

Students

Computer science students

Building C# and .NET skills through a structured online course.

Developers

Software developers adding C#

Adding C# to their skill set - and .NET to their stack.

Game dev

Game developers learning C# for Unity

Learning the language behind C# for Unity.

Switchers

Developers switching languages

Coming from languages like Java, Python or JavaScript.

Curious

People curious about programming

If you are comfortable using a computer and have a curiosity for programming, you are ready to start.

03 What you'll learn

Four outcomes, in the order they build.

The learning outcomes exactly as Coursera lists them for this course.

Modules 1–2 01

Build .NET Core console applications using the .NET CLI, VS Code, and C# programming fundamentals from scratch

Modules 2–3 02

Apply C# OOP principles - classes, inheritance, encapsulation, polymorphism, and interfaces - to design scalable .NET programs

Module 3 03

Develop advanced C# applications using delegates, events, lambda expressions, and async programming patterns (APM, TAP)

Module 3 04

Create production-ready C# .NET programs with exception handling, properties, indexers, and task-based async architecture

Bhawna Gunwani Teaches this course

Bhawna Gunwani

Backend development specialist Works across C# .NET, Python, MEAN & MERN Instructor for this course with Board Infinity
C# & .NET Backend development Full-stack
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04 Industry expertise

Taught by real industry expertise, not theory.

Bhawna Gunwani works in backend development, with hands-on experience across C# and .NET, Python, and the MEAN and MERN stacks. In this course she takes you from C# syntax through object-oriented programming and advanced patterns to asynchronous programming in .NET.

Meet your instructor · 1:07
1:1 coaching · separate offering

Learn C# with someone in your corner.

Board Infinity also runs 1:1 coaching - a separate, optional Board Infinity offering that you can take alongside the course.

Explore 1:1 coaching

Coaching is not part of, or included with, the Coursera course. Details, format and pricing are on the Board Infinity coaching page.

Bring your questions

Talk through the C# and .NET topics from the course with a coach.

Discuss your own code

Go over the console applications and programs you write.

Plan what comes next

Map the rest of the specialization against your goals.

Separate from Coursera

Enrolling in the course does not include coaching, and coaching is not required.

05 Syllabus

Three modules, every lesson listed.

2 weeks to complete at 10 hours a week, fully self-paced. Lesson titles and durations are shown exactly as they appear on Coursera.

61 videos 14 readings 13 assignments 1 ungraded lab · 1 plugin · 1 discussion prompt

What's included
  • 13 videos
  • 3 readings
  • 3 assignments
  • 1 ungraded lab
  • 1 plugin
Topics covered
.NET Core.NET Framework vs .NET CoreVS Code setup.NET CLIConsole application
13 videosTotal 35 minutes
  1. Specialization introduction video1 minute
  2. Course Introduction1 minute
  3. Meet Your Instructor1 minute
  4. What you will learn in this Lessson1 minute
  5. Introduction to .NET Core and its features4 minutes
  6. .NET Core Version History2 minutes
  7. Difference Between .NET Framework and .NET Core3 minutes
  8. Setting up a development environment with VS code6 minutes
  9. What you will learn in this Lessson1 minute
  10. Introduction to .NET CLI4 minutes
  11. .NET CLI Commands3 minutes
  12. The .Net Core Platform4 minutes
  13. Demo: Building a basic .NET Core console application3 minutes
3 readingsTotal 70 minutes
  1. Further reading on .Net Core30 minutes
  2. Read more about .Net Core Architecture30 minutes
  3. Tell us what you think!10 minutes
3 assignmentsTotal 90 minutes
  1. Graded Quiz: Introduction to ASP.NET60 minutes
  2. Practice Quiz: Introduction to .NET Core15 minutes
  3. Practice Quiz: .NET Core Architecture and .NET CLI15 minutes
1 ungraded labTotal 60 minutes
  1. New Ungraded Lab60 minutes
1 pluginTotal 15 minutes
  1. Quick Course Check-In15 minutes
Module details from Coursera

Introduction to ASP.net is a module designed for individuals who want to learn the ASP.net framework. The module provides a comprehensive overview of development concepts and how they relate to ASP.net. Participants will learn how to create dynamic web applications using ASP.net, including building web forms, working with server controls, and using data sources to retrieve and display information. Additionally, the course covers the basics of programming in C# and introduces participants to the .NET framework.

What's included
  • 23 videos
  • 4 readings
  • 5 assignments
Topics covered
Variables & data typesOperatorsConditional statementsLoopsArrays & stringsClasses & objectsConstructorsInheritance
23 videosTotal 116 minutes
  1. What you will learn in this Lessson1 minute
  2. Introduction to C#2 minutes
  3. History of C# Version2 minutes
  4. C# Code Execution3 minutes
  5. Installing and Configuring C# in Visual Studio4 minutes
  6. Variable and DataType7 minutes
  7. Demo: C# Hello World Program4 minutes
  8. What you will learn in this Lessson1 minute
  9. Operators and Operators Precedence8 minutes
  10. Conditional Statements12 minutes
  11. Loops7 minutes
  12. Jump Statements5 minutes
  13. What you will learn in this Lessson1 minute
  14. Arrays and Types of Arrays6 minutes
  15. Manipulating Arrays8 minutes
  16. Strings and String Methods5 minutes
  17. Manipulating Strings6 minutes
  18. What you will learn in this Lessson1 minute
  19. Object-Oriented Programming Concepts4 minutes
  20. Classes and Objects7 minutes
  21. Encapusulation and Abstraction7 minutes
  22. Constructors7 minutes
  23. Inheritance9 minutes
4 readingsTotal 120 minutes
  1. Learn more about C# basics30 minutes
  2. Further Reading on Conditional Statements30 minutes
  3. Learn more about Arrays & Strings30 minutes
  4. Further reading on OOPS30 minutes
5 assignmentsTotal 120 minutes
  1. Graded Quiz: C# Programming Fundamentals60 minutes
  2. Practice Quiz: Introduction to the C# programming language15 minutes
  3. Practice Quiz: C# Conditional Statements and Loops15 minutes
  4. Practice Quiz: C# Arrays and Strings15 minutes
  5. Object-Oriented Programming in C# practice quiz15 minutes
Module details from Coursera

The C# Programming Fundamentals module is designed to equip learners with a solid foundation in the syntax, concepts, and principles of C# programming language. The module covers various topics, starting with an introduction to the C# programming language, including its history and significance in modern software development. It then progresses to cover essential aspects of programming in C# such as data types and variables, including integer, floating-point, Boolean, and string types. The module also covers the use of arithmetic, logical, and comparison operators in C#, as well as expressions and their evaluation. Learners will also explore conditional statements, loops, and branching statements in C# to control program flow, as well as the basics of creating and calling methods and functions, including passing arguments and returning values.

What's included
  • 25 videos
  • 7 readings
  • 5 assignments
  • 1 discussion prompt
Topics covered
PolymorphismAbstract classesInterfacesExtension methodsProperties & indexersException handlingDelegates & eventsLambda expressionsAPM · EAP · TAP
25 videosTotal 137 minutes
  1. What you will learn in this Lessson1 minute
  2. Polymorphism8 minutes
  3. Abstract Classes8 minutes
  4. Interfaces8 minutes
  5. Static Class and Static Methods8 minutes
  6. Extension Methods4 minutes
  7. Partial Class and Partial Methods7 minutes
  8. What you will learn in this Lessson1 minute
  9. Property9 minutes
  10. Indexer8 minutes
  11. Enum in C#7 minutes
  12. Exception Handling4 minutes
  13. Handling Exceptions in Console Application9 minutes
  14. What you will learn in this Lessson1 minute
  15. Anonymous Type6 minutes
  16. Delegates9 minutes
  17. Events7 minutes
  18. Anonymous Methods5 minutes
  19. Lambda Expression6 minutes
  20. Expression Tree6 minutes
  21. What is Synchronous and Asynchronous?5 minutes
  22. Asynchronous Programming Patterns in .NET2 minutes
  23. Asynchronous Programming Model (APM)3 minutes
  24. Event-based Asynchronous Pattern (EPM)3 minutes
  25. Task-based Asynchronous Pattern (TAP)2 minutes
7 readingsTotal 165 minutes
  1. Learn more about classes and interface30 minutes
  2. Further Readings on partial class and methods30 minutes
  3. Further Reads30 minutes
  4. Learn more Extention methods and delegates30 minutes
  5. Further reading on methods and expressions30 minutes
  6. Provide your feedback!10 minutes
  7. Learner Success Stories5 minutes
5 assignmentsTotal 120 minutes
  1. Graded Quiz: Advanced C# Programming60 minutes
  2. Practice Quiz: Abstract Class, Interface and Partial Class15 minutes
  3. Practice Quiz: Property, Indexer, Attributes and Exception Handling15 minutes
  4. Anonymous Type, Delegates, Events and Lambda quiz15 minutes
  5. Asynchronous Programming - Async and Await quiz15 minutes
1 discussion promptTotal 10 minutes
  1. Before Module 3: Stepping into Advanced C#10 minutes
Module details from Coursera

The Advanced C# Programming Fundamentals module is designed to provide learners with an in-depth understanding of advanced C# programming concepts and techniques. The module covers various topics, starting with an overview of advanced programming concepts such as LINQ, delegates, and events. It then progresses to cover advanced object-oriented programming principles such as inheritance, polymorphism, and encapsulation, as well as advanced techniques for working with classes and objects, such as extension methods, interfaces, and abstract classes. The module also covers advanced topics in exception handling, threading, and asynchronous programming, including how to create and work with asynchronous and parallel code.

Source: the Coursera course page. Lesson names are reproduced as published there.

06 Tools & skills

The tools you work in, and the skills you leave with.

The course includes step-by-step environment setup, so you can configure your C# workspace even if you have never installed .NET before.

Tools you'll learn Coursera listing

Exactly as the Coursera course page lists them.

C (Programming Language).NET Framework

Core technology In the lessons

What the lessons are built on.

C#.NET Core.NET Framework
Tools used in the course content
Editor

Visual Studio Code

Your development environment, set up in Module 1.

Setting up a development environment with VS code
Command line

.NET CLI

Commands for creating and running .NET Core console applications.

Introduction to .NET CLI · .NET CLI Commands
SDK

Microsoft .NET Core SDK

Named in the course FAQ among the free tools you work with.

Course FAQ · environment setup
IDE

Visual Studio

Covered when installing and configuring C# in Module 2.

Installing and Configuring C# in Visual Studio
Core skills

What the three modules teach, grouped the way the course progresses.

C# programming

Modules 1-2: the language and platform.

  • C# Programming
  • Variables, data types & operators
  • Control flow, arrays & strings
  • .NET Core & the .NET CLI

Object-Oriented Programming

Modules 2-3: designing with classes.

  • Inheritance
  • Encapsulation
  • Polymorphism
  • Interfaces

Advanced & async C#

Module 3: patterns and asynchronous code.

  • Delegates & Events
  • Lambda Expressions
  • Exception Handling
  • Asynchronous Programming - APM, EAP, TAP
Shareable certificate

A credential you can share.

Complete the course and earn a shareable certificate from Board Infinity, issued on Coursera.

Coursera states the certificate is awarded after completing all required assessments under an active subscription. It is a Coursera course certificate - not a Microsoft certification or a professional license.

LinkedIn

Add this credential to your LinkedIn profile.

Resume / CV

Add it to your resume or CV.

Social media

Share it on social media.

Performance review

Share it in your performance review.

07 Career impact

Skills behind C#, .NET and ASP.NET roles.

The course FAQ references C# developer, .NET developer and ASP.NET developer roles. These are the career areas the course helps you explore.

Career areas this course supports

C# development

The language skills from Modules 2 and 3: syntax, OOP, delegates, events, lambda expressions and exception handling.

.NET development

.NET Core architecture, .NET Framework vs .NET Core, and the .NET CLI from Module 1.

ASP.NET development

The first step of a specialization that continues into Backend Development using ASP.NET.

Backend development

C# and async programming patterns that the specialization's backend course builds on.

Full-stack .NET development

The Coursera description names .NET full stack developer roles among the course's targets.

Keep going

Courses 2 and 3 of the specialization add ASP.NET backend work, microservices and deployment.

Completing the course does not guarantee a job, interview, placement or salary. It builds skills that are relevant to these areas.

The honest comparison

C# is widely taught. So what does a course add?

Documentation, books, videos and other courses all teach C# well. What this course offers is one structured route through the material, with checks along the way and a certificate at the end.

What you get
This course
Assembling your own path
Structured progression.NET Core → C# fundamentals → advanced C#
3 modules in a set order
Your own pathYou decide the order yourself
Curated lessonsShort, focused videos
61 videos, every one listed above
Your own pathYou find and choose the material
Graded assessmentsChecks after each topic
13 assignments, including graded quizzes
Your own pathYou set your own checks
ReadingsTo go deeper on each topic
14 readings alongside the videos
Your own pathYou pick what to read next
Environment setupVS Code, .NET CLI, SDK
Step-by-step setup in Module 1
Your own pathYou configure it from the docs
Shareable certificateFor LinkedIn and your CV
Issued on Coursera by Board Infinity
Your own pathDepends on the resource
08 Where to go next

Course 1 of 3 in the ASP.NET for Experienced Developers Specialization.

The specialization goes from C# programming fundamentals, to backend development using ASP.NET, to microservices and deployment.

You are here Course 1

C# for .NET Developers

.NET Core foundations, C# fundamentals, OOP, advanced C# patterns and async programming.

3 modules · Intermediate level
View on Coursera
Course 2

Backend Development using ASP.NET

Build web applications with ASP.NET Core and MVC, and design RESTful APIs with ASP.NET Web API.

Next in the specialization
View on Coursera
Course 3

Microservices and Deployment by using ASP.NET

Design microservices with ASP.NET Core, containerize services with Docker and automate deployment.

Final course
View on Coursera

Coursera notes that enrolling in this course also enrolls you in the specialization. Completing this course on its own does not complete the specialization - that requires all three courses. See the specialization.

Know exactly what you're signing up for.

3 modules · 61 videos · 14 readings · 13 assignments · free PDF

09 FAQ

Common questions

Answered from the Coursera course page.

Before you start

The course is open to beginners and intermediate developers - no prior C# or .NET experience is required. The Coursera FAQ names computer science students, software developers adding C# to their skill set, game developers learning C# for Unity, and anyone comfortable using a computer who is curious about programming.

No. Module 2 teaches C# fundamentals from scratch - variables, operators, control flow, arrays, strings and object-oriented programming.

No. The course starts with what .NET Core is, how it compares to .NET Framework, and how to set up your development environment before you write C# code.

You work with Visual Studio Code, the .NET CLI and the Microsoft .NET Core SDK, which the Coursera page describes as free tools. The course includes step-by-step environment setup, and Module 2 also covers installing and configuring C# in Visual Studio.

Coursera lists the course as 2 weeks to complete at 10 hours a week. The three modules are listed at 4, 6 and 7 hours to complete.

Yes. The course has a flexible schedule - learn at your own pace, with no fixed live sessions.

What you'll learn

.NET Core architecture, the .NET CLI, C# programming fundamentals (variables, operators, control flow, arrays, strings), object-oriented programming in C# (classes, inheritance, encapsulation, polymorphism, interfaces), and advanced C# patterns including delegates, events, lambda expressions, exception handling and asynchronous programming using APM, EAP and TAP.

Yes. Module 2 opens with an introduction to C#, its version history and how C# code executes, then moves through variables and data types, operators, conditional statements, loops, arrays and strings.

Yes. Module 2 covers object-oriented programming concepts, classes and objects, encapsulation and abstraction, constructors and inheritance. Module 3 continues with polymorphism, abstract classes, interfaces, static and partial classes and extension methods.

Yes. Module 3 ends with synchronous versus asynchronous programming and the asynchronous programming patterns in .NET: the Asynchronous Programming Model (APM), the event-based pattern and the Task-based Asynchronous Pattern (TAP), followed by an Async and Await quiz.

Yes. Module 1 includes the lesson "Setting up a development environment with VS code".

Yes. Module 1 includes "Introduction to .NET CLI" and ".NET CLI Commands", followed by a demo of building a basic .NET Core console application.

Certificate & next steps

Yes. The course offers a shareable certificate from Board Infinity on Coursera. Coursera states it is awarded after completing all required assessments under an active subscription. You can add it to your LinkedIn profile, resume or CV, and share it on social media and in your performance review. It is not a Microsoft certification.

This is Course 1 of 3 in the ASP.NET for Experienced Developers Specialization. Course 2 is Backend Development using ASP.NET and Course 3 is Microservices and Deployment by using ASP.NET. See Where to go next.

Want a coach alongside the course?

Board Infinity 1:1 coaching is a separate, optional offering - it is not part of the Coursera course.

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