C#: A Programming Language for Beginners
Hello, everyone!
Taking advantage of the Introduction to C# course on the DIO Platform, I'd like to summarize some points that I consider important for fixation and a good understanding at this crucial stage. Whether you love C# or advocate for Python or JavaScript, I'm not trying to create controversies, far from it (LOL).
C# is an object-oriented programming language developed by Microsoft. It is based on the C++ language but is easier to learn and use.
C# has the following main features:
- Object-Oriented: C# is an object-oriented language, meaning that programs are built from objects. Objects are entities that have data and behaviors.
- Security: C# is a secure language, meaning it has features to prevent errors and security issues. For example, C# has a strong typing system that helps prevent type errors.
- Productivity: C# is a productive language, allowing programmers to create programs quickly. For example, C# has a concise and easy-to-understand syntax system.
- Portability: C# is a portable language, meaning programs can run on different platforms. For example, C# runs on the .NET Framework, a cross-platform development platform.
- Open Source: C# is an open-source language, meaning its source code is available to anyone.
C# has a variety of methods and functions that can be used to perform specific tasks:
- Methods: Methods are code blocks that can be called to perform a task. For example, a method can be used to calculate the value of a mathematical equation.
- Functions: Functions are code blocks that can be called to return a value. For example, a function can be used to convert a string into a number.
Where to Learn C#?
There are many resources available to learn C#, including books, online tutorials, courses, and the Microsoft website - [Microsoft Learn](https://learn.microsoft.com/pt-br/dotnet/csharp/).
I particularly enjoyed studying C# with this book; it's quick, and the goal is to learn the main concepts quickly and objectively.
Conclusion
C# is a powerful and versatile programming language that can be used to create a variety of applications. If you are interested in learning programming, C# is a great option for beginners.
Code Example
Here's an example of C# code that prints "Hello, World!" on the screen:
```csharp
// Declares a function that prints a message on the screen
public static void PrintMessage(string message)
{
// Prints the message on the screen
Console.WriteLine(message);
}
// Calls the function to print the message "Hello, World!"
PrintMessage("Hello, World!");
```
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*Source: Bard, Amazon, ChatGPT, Microsoft Support C#, C# Documentation*
