Creating a Social Media App with C#, JS, ASP.NET and Azure
What you'll learn
- MVC architecture and ASPNET MVC implementation: Learn to build scalable applications with the ASPNET MVC framework and understand the MVC architecture.
- Building and managing a social media app: Develop key social media features like stories, posts, likes, shares, and manage friend requests efficiently.
- Database design and entity relationships: Database management with ASPNET Data Project and Entity Framework, including schema migrations and CRUD operations
- Front-End Design with Tailwind CSS: Create modern, responsive layouts using Tailwind CSS for a visually appealing and user-friendly interface
- Deployment with Azure: Deploy applications to Azure, set up CI/CD pipelines, and ensure smooth production operations
Requirements
- Basic Knowledge of C# and .NET Framework: Familiarity with C# syntax and .NET concepts is essential.
- Understanding of Web Development Fundamentals: Basic knowledge of web technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Development Environment Setup: Access to a computer with .NET SDK and a suitable IDE (like Visual Studio) installed.
- Optional: Familiarity with Database Concepts: While not mandatory, understanding basic database operations will be helpful
Description
Want to learn how to build a social media application with ASP.NET? This course is for you! We'll guide you through the process of creating your own feature-rich social platform from scratch. You'll develop the entire application, covering both the front-end and back-end, while implementing essential features that every modern social media app needs. You will start with an empty project in Visual Studio and build your app from the ground up.
What will you learn?
Core Features Implementation: Create essential social media features such as stories, posts, likes, shares, and favorite posts. You'll build functionality to manage friend requests, including adding, canceling, ignoring, and approving requests. Additionally, you'll implement a trending section that highlights the most used hashtags, ensuring your platform stays current and engaging.
Front-End Design with Tailwind CSS: Design a visually appealing and user-friendly interface using Tailwind CSS. Tailwind's utility-first approach will help you create responsive and modern layouts effortlessly.
ASP.NET MVC Framework: Develop the application using the ASP.NET MVC framework, which will structure your project effectively, ensuring a clear separation of concerns and a maintainable codebase.
Data Management with ASP.NET Data Project and Entity Framework: Manage your data efficiently with ASP.NET Data Project and Entity Framework. You'll learn how to manage your database schema with Entity Framework migrations, add data to the database, retrieve data, update existing data, and delete data when necessary. Learn to set up and interact with an SQL database, ensuring your application's data is stored securely and can be accessed and manipulated with ease.
Deployment with Azure: Deploy your social media application to the cloud using Azure. You'll learn how to set up a CI/CD pipeline to automate the deployment process, ensuring your code is always up-to-date and your application runs smoothly in a production environment.
By the end of this course, you'll have a fully functional social media platform, along with the skills and knowledge to create, manage, and deploy complex web applications using ASP.NET. Ready to build something amazing? Let's get started!
Who this course is for:
- Developers looking to expand their skills in web development, particularly with ASPNET MVC
- Learners interested in building social media-like applications with real-time features
- Programmers who want to understand the MVC architecture in depth and apply it in practical projects
- Individuals aiming to learn about integrating cloud services like Azure and real-time communication with SignalR in their applications
Instructor
Hi everyone! My name is Ervis, and I'm thrilled to be here at Udemy, ready to guide you through the exciting world of building apps by coding along.
My passion for programming is fueled by a strong foundation in mathematics and data structures. While I consider myself a .Net developer at heart, thanks to the vibrant Microsoft ecosystem, I'm a firm believer in continuous learning and constantly expand my horizons by exploring new languages, paradigms, methodologies, and ideas.
When I'm not diving into code or sharing my knowledge on video, you can find me lost in a good book or exploring new corners of the world. My love for travel and reading fuels my creativity and keeps me inspired to approach things from different angles.
I'm excited to embark on this journey with all of you and turn your programming aspirations into reality!