Building and Deploying Applications with Cake from Pluralsight

Cake (C# Make) is a cross-platform build automation system with a beautiful DSL and a rich ecosystem of tool integrations. This course will teach you how to use Cake to compile, test, version, package, and deploy your .NET or .NET Core application.

These days, .NET applications consist of an ever increasing number of libraries, frameworks, and tools. Building and deploying them requires you to combine lots of different command-line programs—each with its own set of rules and syntax—and make them work together seamlessly to take your code from source to running software. It really doesn't take much before it gets quite challenging. In this course, Building and Deploying Applications with Cake, you will learn how to automate your build and deployment pipeline using Cake. Cake (C# Make) is a modern cross-platform build automation system with a beautiful C# DSL and a rich ecosystem of integrations to third-party tools and services. You will learn how to create readable and maintainable build scripts that compile, test, version, package and install your web application both using the full .NET Framework as well as .NET Core. By the end of this course, you'll know how to manage the complexity of your build and deployment process using the language (C#) and platform (.NET) you already know and love.

What's inside

Syllabus

Course Overview

Introduction

Getting Started

Testing

Versioning

Packaging

Deploying

Continuous Integration

Troubleshooting

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Teaches Cake, which is standard in industry

Develops C# Make skills and tools, which are core skills for .NET professionals

Taught by Enrico Campidoglio, who are recognized for their work in Cake

Examines Cake, which is highly relevant to .NET

Taught by Enrico Campidoglio, who are recognized for their work in the topic that the course teaches

Explores Cake, which is highly relevant to .NET

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Building and Deploying Applications with Cake with these activities:

Review C# syntax

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Review C# syntax to refresh your knowledge and prepare for this course.

Browse courses on C#

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Find resources on C# syntax.
Review the resources to refresh your knowledge of C# syntax.

Review .NET Core concepts

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Review .NET Core concepts to refresh your knowledge and prepare for this course.

Browse courses on .Net Core

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Find resources on .NET Core concepts.
Review the resources to refresh your knowledge of .NET Core concepts.

Join a Cake community forum

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Join a Cake community forum to connect with other learners and experts.

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Find a Cake community forum.
Join the forum.
Participate in discussions.

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Follow tutorials on Cake best practices

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Follow tutorials to learn best practices for using Cake.

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Find tutorials on Cake best practices.
Follow the tutorials to learn how to use Cake effectively.

Practice Cake commands

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Practice the Cake commands to become more proficient in their use.

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Create a new Cake script.
Add commands to the script to compile, test, version, package, and deploy your application.
Run the script to build your application.

Build a sample application using Cake

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Build a sample application using Cake to apply your knowledge and skills.

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Choose a simple application idea.
Create a new Cake script.
Add commands to the script to compile, test, version, package, and deploy your application.
Run the script to build your application.
Test your application.

Write a blog post about your experience with Cake

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Write a blog post about your experience to share your knowledge and help others.

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Choose a topic to write about.
Write a blog post about your experience with Cake.
Publish your blog post.

Career center

Learners who complete Building and Deploying Applications with Cake will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Software Developer

A Software Developer is a professional that designs, builds, and maintains computer software. They are responsible for creating the underlying structure and coding for computer programs and for maintaining and updating existing software. This course can help you get started in this career by teaching the fundamentals of building and deploying applications using Cake, giving you a solid foundation in software development.

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Web Developer

Web Developers are responsible for designing and developing websites and web applications. They work with a variety of programming languages and technologies to create websites that are both functional and visually appealing. This course can teach you the skills you need to build and deploy web applications, giving you a leg up in this growing field.

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DevOps Engineer

DevOps Engineers are responsible for bridging the gap between development and operations teams. They work to automate and streamline the software development and deployment process, ensuring that applications are delivered quickly and efficiently. This course can help you get started in this career by teaching you how to build and deploy applications using Cake, a valuable tool for DevOps Engineers.

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Systems Administrator

Systems Administrators are responsible for managing and maintaining computer systems and networks. They ensure that systems are running smoothly and efficiently and that data is secure. This course can teach you the skills you need to build and deploy applications that are reliable and secure, two important qualities for any Systems Administrator.

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Technical Architect

Technical Architects design and develop the overall architecture of software systems. They work with stakeholders to understand the requirements of a system and then design a solution that meets those requirements. This course can help you get started in this career by teaching you how to build and deploy applications using Cake, a valuable tool for Technical Architects.

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IT Manager

IT Managers plan, direct, and coordinate the activities of an organization's IT department. They are responsible for ensuring that the organization's IT systems are running smoothly and efficiently and that the organization is using technology to its full potential. This course may be useful for those who want to gain a better understanding of how to build and deploy applications.

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Security Analyst

Security Analysts identify and assess security risks and develop and implement security measures to protect an organization's IT systems. They work to ensure that the organization's data and systems are secure from unauthorized access and attack. This course may be useful for those who want to gain a better understanding of how to build and deploy secure applications.

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Database Administrator

Database Administrators are responsible for managing and maintaining databases. They ensure that databases are running smoothly and efficiently and that data is stored securely. This course may be useful for those who want to gain a better understanding of how to build and deploy applications that use databases.

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Business Analyst

Business Analysts work with stakeholders to understand the business needs of an organization and then develop and implement solutions that meet those needs. They work with a variety of technologies and tools to gather and analyze data and to develop and implement solutions. This course may be useful for those who want to gain a better understanding of how to build and deploy applications that meet the needs of a business.

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Project Manager

Project Managers plan, direct, and coordinate the activities of a project. They are responsible for ensuring that the project is completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This course may be useful for those who want to gain a better understanding of how to build and deploy applications as part of a larger project.

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Quality Assurance Analyst

Quality Assurance Analysts test and evaluate software applications to ensure that they meet the required quality standards. They work with developers to identify and fix bugs and to ensure that applications are reliable and user-friendly. This course may be useful for those who want to gain a better understanding of how to build and deploy applications that are of high quality.

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Software Tester

Software Testers test and evaluate software applications to ensure that they meet the required quality standards. They work with developers to identify and fix bugs and to ensure that applications are reliable and user-friendly. This course may be useful for those who want to gain a better understanding of how to build and deploy applications that are of high quality.

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Computer Support Specialist

Computer Support Specialists provide technical support to users of computer systems and software. They help users to troubleshoot and resolve problems and to use software and hardware effectively. This course may be useful for those who want to gain a better understanding of how to build and deploy applications that are easy to use and troubleshoot.

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Technical Writer

Technical Writers create and maintain documentation for software and hardware products. They work with engineers and other technical staff to gather information and to write documentation that is clear and easy to understand. This course may be useful for those who want to gain a better understanding of how to build and deploy applications and to create documentation for those applications.

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Data Analyst

Data Analysts collect, analyze, and interpret data to help businesses make better decisions. They work with a variety of data sources and tools to identify trends and patterns and to develop insights that can help businesses improve their operations. This course may be useful for those who want to gain a better understanding of how to build and deploy applications that can be used to collect and analyze data.

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