Getting Started

Before writing a single line of C#, you need the right tools installed. This module walks you through everything: Visual Studio, the workloads you need, SQL Server Express + SSMS, and Git. Follow these in order.

1Installing Visual Studio

Download and install Visual Studio Community for free.

Beginner 15 min

2Choosing the Right Workloads

Select the right workloads for C#, ASP.NET, WinForms, and MAUI.

Beginner 10 min

3Installing SQL Server Express & SSMS

Set up SQL Server Express and Management Studio for database work.

Beginner 20 min

4Installing Git

Install and configure Git for version control.

Beginner 10 min

What's Next?

After completing this module, you'll have a fully configured development environment ready for C# programming. Proceed to C# Fundamentals to start learning.

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