Description
1. Program Details
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Target Audience:
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Aspiring software developers with little to no prior coding experience.
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Programmers familiar with other languages (e.g., Java, Python) who want to transition to the .NET ecosystem.
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IT professionals looking to upskill and specialize in enterprise-level application development.
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Prerequisites:
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Basic computer literacy.
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Understanding of fundamental programming logic (variables, loops, conditionals) is beneficial but not mandatory; these will be covered.
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No prior experience with C# or .NET is required.
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Duration: 120 hours (e.g., 12 weeks part-time, 6 weeks intensive)
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Learning Mode: Instructor-led online or in-person, with live coding sessions, projects, and mentorship.
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Assessment: Coding assignments, quizzes, a final capstone project, and a proctored exam.
2. Program Objectives
Upon successful completion of this certificate, students will be able to:
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Master the C# programming language, including object-oriented principles and modern language features.
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Build dynamic, data-driven web applications using ASP.NET Core MVC.
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Create and consume RESTful APIs using ASP.NET Core Web API.
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Interact with databases using Entity Framework Core (ORM).
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Understand and implement fundamental software architecture patterns (MVC, Dependency Injection).
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Develop a basic desktop application using Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF) or Windows Forms.
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Utilize Git for version control and collaborate on projects.
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Deploy a web application to a cloud platform (Microsoft Azure).
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Apply best practices in security, testing, and debugging.
3. Course Curriculum (Modules)
Module 1: Foundations of C# and .NET
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Introduction to the .NET Ecosystem: .NET, .NET Core, .NET Framework.
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Setting up the Development Environment: Visual Studio and Visual Studio Code.
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C# Syntax Fundamentals: Variables, Data Types, Operators, Control Flow.
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Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) in C#: Classes, Objects, Inheritance, Polymorphism, Encapsulation.
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Advanced C# Features: Properties, Generics, LINQ (Language Integrated Query), Lambda Expressions, Async/Await.
Module 2: Web Development with ASP.NET Core MVC
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Introduction to Web Development: HTTP, HTML, CSS, Razor Syntax.
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The Model-View-Controller (MVC) Architectural Pattern.
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Building Controllers and Routing.
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Creating Dynamic Views with Razor Pages.
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Model Binding and Validation.
Module 3: Data Access with Entity Framework Core
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Introduction to Databases and SQL (fundamentals).
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Object-Relational Mapper (ORM) Concepts.
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Configuring DbContext and Data Models.
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Performing CRUD (Create, Read, Update, Delete) Operations.
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LINQ to Entities for Querying Data.
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Database Migrations.
Module 4: Building RESTful APIs with ASP.NET Core Web API
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Introduction to REST Principles and Web Services.
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Designing API Endpoints and HTTP Methods.
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Attribute Routing, Data Transfer Objects (DTOs).
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Serialization (JSON/XML).
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Consuming APIs from client applications.
Module 5: Front-End Basics & UI Frameworks
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Enhancing UIs with JavaScript and jQuery.
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Introduction to front-end frameworks (e.g., Bootstrap) for responsive design.
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Basics of client-side API consumption.
Module 6: Desktop Application Development (Elective Topic)
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Introduction to Windows Desktop Development.
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Building a simple desktop application with Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF) or Windows Forms.
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Understanding XAML and Event-Driven Programming.
Module 7: Deployment, Security & Best Practices
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Version Control with Git and GitHub.
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Dependency Injection and Software Design Patterns.
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Application Security Fundamentals (Authentication with Identity, Authorization).
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Debugging and Unit Testing in .NET (xUnit/NUnit).
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Deploying an application to Microsoft Azure App Service.
4. Capstone Project
Students will apply all learned concepts by designing and building a fully functional web application from scratch. This project will involve:
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Planning and designing the application architecture.
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Implementing a backend with ASP.NET Core MVC or Web API.
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Building a front-end UI.
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Integrating a database using Entity Framework Core.
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Implementing user authentication and authorization.
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Deploying the final application to the cloud.
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Presenting the project to instructors and peers.
5. Career Support & Outcomes
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Career Paths: .NET Developer, Software Application Developer, Back-End Engineer, Web Developer, Full-Stack Developer.
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Support Services:
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Resume and LinkedIn profile review workshops.
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Technical interview preparation (whiteboarding, code reviews).
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Portfolio guidance (GitHub).
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Guest lectures from industry professionals.
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6. Tools & Technologies Used
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Languages: C#, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, SQL
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Frameworks: .NET 6/7/8, ASP.NET Core, Entity Framework Core
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IDEs: Visual Studio 2022, Visual Studio Code
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Database: SQL Server / SQLite
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Other Tools: Git, GitHub, Microsoft Azure, Postman, Bootstrap
7. Certification
Participants will be awarded a Certificate of Completion upon successfully passing all module assessments and the final capstone project. This credential validates their proficiency in .NET programming for employers.




