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Introduction to C# Programming for the Microsoft .NET Platform (MS2124)

Course Overview
The goal of this course is to provide delegates with the knowledge and skills needed to develop C# applications for the Microsoft .NET Platform. The course focuses on C# program structure, language syntax, and implementation details.

C# was created to be the programming language best suited for writing .NET enterprise applications. C# combines the high productivity of Microsoft Visual Basic(r) with the raw power of C++. It is a simple, object-oriented, and type-safe programming language that is based on the C and C++ family of languages.

What will I learn?
Upon completion of this course, delegates will be able to:

List the major elements of the .NET Framework and explain how C# fits into the .NET Platform.

Analyse the basic structure of a C# application and be able to document, debug, compile, and run a simple application.

Create, name, and assign values to variables.

Use common statements to implement flow control, looping, and exception handling.

Create methods (functions and subroutines) that can return values and take parameters.

Create, initialise, and use arrays.

Explain the basic concepts and terminology of object-oriented programming.

Use common objects and references types.

Create, initialise, and destroy objects in a C# application.

Build new C# classes from existing classes.

Create self-contained classes and frameworks in a C# application.

Define operators, use delegates, and add event specifications.

Implement properties and indexers.

Use predefined and custom attributes.

Course Style
This course is hands-on with practical exercises throughout. We provide you with individual PC's so that you are able to work alone. Class sizes are kept small so that you will receive personal attention. You will take away extensive printed course material, which will be of on going use to you in your work.

Course Contents
Overview of the Microsoft .NET Platform

Introduction to the .NET Platform

Overview of the .NET Framework

Benefits of the .NET Framework

The .NET Framework Components

Languages in the .NET Framework

Overview of C#

Structure of a C# Program

Basic Input/Output Operations

Recommended Practices

Compiling, Running, and Debugging

Value-Type Variables

Common Type System

Naming Variables

Using Built-in Data Types

Creating User-Defined Data Types

Converting Data Types

Statements & Exceptions

Introduction to Statements

Using Selection Statements

Using Iteration Statements

Using Jump Statements

Handling Basic Exceptions

Raising Exceptions

Methods and Parameters

Using Methods

Using Parameters

Using Overloaded Methods

Arrays

Overview of Arrays

Creating Arrays

Using Arrays

Essentials of Object-Oriented Programming

Classes and Objects

Using Encapsulation

C# and Object Orientation

Defining Object-Oriented Systems

Using Reference-Type Variables

Using Reference-Type Variables

Using Common Reference Types

The Object Hierarchy

Namespaces in the .NET Framework

Data Conversions

Creating and Destroying Objects

Using Constructors

Initialising Data

Objects and Memory

Using Destructors

Destroying Objects

Inheritance in C#

Deriving Classes

Implementing Methods

Using Sealed Classes

Using Interfaces

Using Abstract Classes

Aggregation, Namespaces, and Advanced Scope

Using Internal Classes, Methods, and Data

Using Aggregation

Using Namespaces

Using Modules and Assemblies

Operators and Events

Introduction to Operators

Defining and Using Events

Operator Overloading

Creating and Using Delegates

Properties and Indexers

Using Properties

Using Indexers

Attributes

Overview of Attributes

Defining Custom Attributes

Retrieving Attribute Values

Prerequisites
Before attending this course, delegates must have:

Experience with programming in C, C++, Visual Basic, Java, or another programming language.

Familiarity with Microsoft's .NET strategy.

Recommended Follow-On Courses
No Recommended follow-on courses

Duration
5 days

Cost
£1,500 plus VAT

Recommended reading & follow on courses

Pro C# with .NET 3.0 Special Edition
ISBN-10: 1590598237, ISBN-13: 978-1590598238

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