Practical C# Projects with .NET

Build practical C# and .NET 10 projects - from games and web apps to AI chatbots and machine learning tools - while learning modern patterns, libraries, and workflows. Free with your book: DRM-free PDF version + access to Packt's next-gen Reader* Key FeaturesLearn by building practical .NET applications for real-world useDevelop cross-platform apps, games, web APIs, and AI integrationsMaster new C# and .NET features through creative, hands-on projectsBook DescriptionToo many C# developers feel stuck building the same apps day in and day out, but learning through side projects can reignite your passion and level up your skills. This book offers a practical, hands-on approach to building confidence with .NET 10 and modern C# by building a variety of engaging applications, from interactive games and productivity tools to machine learning apps and browser-based chatbots. These projects are designed to teach practical patterns and modern tooling, with a focus on learning and experimentation over production hardening. You'll work with tools like Spectre.Console, ML.NET, Uno Platform, and more, developing everything from an adventure game and a card tracker to an AI chatbot. You ll also build modern AI-enabled systems using Ollama, Microsoft Agent Framework, OpenTelemetry, and Aspire. Written by an experienced C# engineer and teacher, this book blends technical depth with a developer-friendly tone, helping you learn faster and retain more. You'll sharpen your understanding of core .NET capabilities and gain confidence to apply them in your own work or hobby projects. By the end of this book, you'll not only have a portfolio of practical .NET apps - you ll also have grown as a developer and rediscovered the joy of programming. *Email sign-up and proof of purchase required What you will learnBuild an adventure game console app with Spectre.ConsoleCreate infinite world simulations using procedural generationBuild RESTful APIs using ASP.NET Core and Entity FrameworkDesign a cross-platform chatbot using Uno PlatformUse object-oriented programming and unit tests to recreate the Enigma machineDevelop browser-based apps with Blazor and JavaScript interopTrain and use ML.NET models in your own applicationsExplore game development with MonoGame and .NETWho this book is forC# developers eager to deepen their practical knowledge of .NET by building meaningful and creative projects. Suitable for professionals and hobbyists alike, this book is ideal for those who enjoy learning through experimentation. Readers should have a basic understanding of C# and familiarity with the .NET ecosystem.]]>