C# Programming I: Fundamentals of C#

A Hands-on Introduction to The Essentials of C# Programming

Embark on your journey to mastering C# with our comprehensive C# Programming I: Fundamentals of C# course. Whether you are a beginner or transitioning from another programming language, this course lays a solid foundation in C#—one of the most popular programming languages today, known for its versatility in web development, mobile apps, game development, and more. You'll learn the essential skills required to start coding confidently in C# and understand the .NET ecosystem's power. 

Course Highlights

Our curriculum ensures a strong foundation in C# programming and includes a blend of theory and hands-on coding practice. Here are the main topics you will explore:

• History of C# and .NET: Learn the evolution of C# and how it fits into the broader software ecosystem.
• Programming Paradigms: Understand key paradigms, including procedural and object-oriented programming, that influence C# coding.
• Structure of a C# Program: Learn how to organize and structure a C# application.
• Visual Studio: Get hands-on with Visual Studio and Visual Studio Code, mastering tools for C# development and debugging.
• Console Applications: Build simple console-based applications as a first step into C# programming.
• Basic C# Constructs: Explore variables, constants, expressions, and work with value and reference types.
• Strings, Enums, Arrays, Lists, and Tuples: Manage data effectively using different types of collections.
• Flow Control: Control program execution using if/if-else, switch, and loops.
• Functions and Methods: Learn how to modularize your code with reusable functions and methods.
• Structured Exception Handling: Handle errors and exceptions to build more robust programs.
• Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming (OOP): Dive into key OOP concepts like structs, classes, abstraction, and encapsulation.

Course Details and Next Steps

• Course Typically Offered: Online during Spring and Fall quarter 
• Next steps:  Upon completion of this course, consider taking C# Programming II to continue learning.
• More information: Contact infotech@ucsd.edu to learn more about C# Programming Certificate and course offerings.