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C# for Absolute Beginners: Learn Programming from Scratch and Build Real Projects with .NET 8, Visual Studio, and Modern OOP Techniques
Paperback
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Oct 24 2025
Pages: 440
Weight: 1.67
Height: 0.89 Width: 7.00 Depth: 10.00
Language: English
Start coding with confidence - even if you've never written a single line of code before. This beginner-friendly guide takes you from zero experience to building real-world applications using C#, .NET 8, and modern programming techniques.
This book is a complete introduction to C# for new developers, written in a simple and practical style that focuses on what actually matters in the real world. You'll learn by doing - writing clean, modern C# code using the latest features of .NET 8, while understanding how professional developers think about structure, design, and maintainability.Instead of overwhelming you with theory, each concept is introduced through clear examples and small practical projects that gradually build your confidence. Along the way, you'll learn essential programming skills, object-oriented thinking, debugging, working with Visual Studio, and building simple apps you can actually run and improve on your own.
Whether you're preparing for your first tech job, planning a career switch, or learning programming for personal growth, this guide gives you a strong foundation without the frustration and confusion that comes with outdated or overly technical tutorials.
Key Features & Benefits
Learn C# step-by-step using the latest .NET 8 standards and tooling.
Build practical beginner-friendly projects to reinforce each concept.
Understand modern OOP the way professionals apply it in real-world applications.
Master Visual Studio and core debugging workflows from day one.
Written for absolute beginners - no prior programming experience required.
About the Author
JEFF OLSON writes practical and accessible programming guides for new developers, focusing on clarity, modern tooling, and real-world development techniques.
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