C# Fundamentals for .NET Development

Month 1: Laying the Foundation (4 weeks)

Week 1: Introduction to Programming & C# Setup

• Understand basic programming concepts: variables, data types, operators, control flow (if/else, loops).
• Install and configure your C# development environment (Visual Studio).
• Write your first C# programs and explore the development environment.

Week 2: Building Blocks of C#: Data Types & Expressions

• Master various data types: primitive, String, arrays, and complex types.
• Learn about expressions, operators, and calculations within C# programs.
• Implement logic checks through conditional statements and iteration loops.

Week 3: Functions & Methods: Code Reusability

• Design and utilize reusable code blocks with functions and methods.
• Understand parameter passing and return values.
• Build modular programs with organized function calls

Week 4: Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) Fundamentals

• Grasp the core principles of OOP: classes, objects, attributes, and methods.
• Explore the concepts of encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism.
• Create and utilize simple classes in your C# programs

Month 2: Deep Dive into C# & .NET Framework (4 weeks)

Week 5: Advanced OOP Concepts: Inheritance & Polymorphism

• Understand how inheritance allows code reuse through parent-child relationships.
• Implement polymorphism using method overriding and dynamic method binding.
• Design flexible and maintainable object hierarchies.

Week 6: Exploring Powerful Data Structures & Collections

• Master working with arrays: dynamic creation, accessing elements, manipulating data.
• Utilize advanced collections like Lists, Dictionaries, and Queues for efficient data storage and retrieval.
• Implement different data structures for various real-world scenarios.

Week 7: Introduction to .NET Framework & Libraries

• Understand the fundamentals of the .NET Framework and its ecosystem of libraries.
• Explore popular libraries like System.IO, System.Collections, and System.Windows.Forms.
• Utilize .NET libraries to access system resources and build richer applications.

Week 8: Exception Handling & File I/O

• Handle errors gracefully using exception handling mechanisms.
• Learn how to read and write data from files for persistent storage.
• Implement programs that interact with external data sources.

Month 3: Building & Deploying .NET Applications (4 weeks)

Week 9: Building User Interfaces: Windows Forms & WPF

• Design and implement graphical user interfaces (GUIs) using Windows Forms and WPF.
• Work with UI elements like buttons, text boxes, and lists.
• Enhance your applications with user interaction and visual appeal.

Week 10: Database Access with SQL & ADO.NET

• Understand the core concepts of relational databases and SQL queries.
• Work with ADO.NET to connect to databases and manipulate data.
• Build applications that store and retrieve information from databases.

Week 11: Web Development with ASP.NET MVC

• Explore the basics of web development with ASP.NET MVC framework.
• Create basic web applications with controllers, views, and models.
• Understand the principles of routing and handling user requests.

Week 12: Project Development & Deployment

• Apply your acquired skills to develop a complete C# and .NET application project.
• Learn how to package, deploy, and showcase your project to potential employers.
• Prepare for further learning and career opportunities in .NET development.

Throughout the course, you will:

• Participate in live, interactive sessions with experienced C# and .NET instructors.
• Complete hands-on coding exercises, challenges, and assignments to solidify your learning.
• Receive personalized feedback and guidance from instructors and peers.
• Build a portfolio of C# and .NET applications demonstrating your skills and potential.