What's New in ASP.NET Core 7.0 from Pluralsight

This course will teach you how to leverage the powerful new features of ASP.NET Core 7.0 to build the next generation of web applications.

ASP.NET Core is now a fully unified platform and continues to add new features annually. Keeping up with the latest features during this rapid release cadence can be challenging. In this course, What’s New in ASP.NET Core 7.0, you’ll learn what new features this latest version of the framework has to offer. First, you’ll explore the state of the .NET ecosystem, how to install .NET 7.0, and upgrade existing projects to the latest version. Next, you’ll discover enhancements to Blazor and how it can now be used to build cross-platform UI’s with MAUI. Then, you’ll dive into updates to the Minimal API pattern and updates to the ASP.NET Core platform itself, including updates to essential configurations and middleware components. Finally, you’ll learn the essentials of Orleans, a powerful framework for building cloud-native, scalable apps that is now an essential part of ASP.NET Core. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge to start building the next generation of apps in ASP.NET Core 7.0.

What's inside

Syllabus

Course Overview

Get Set up to Work with ASP.NET Core 7.0

Exploring Blazor Enhancements

Improvements to Minimal APIs

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Read about what's good

what should give you pause

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Explores the latest features in ASP.NET Core 7.0, providing learners with current industry knowledge

Taught by Alex Wolf, a recognized expert in ASP.NET Core development

Provides a comprehensive overview of the ASP.NET Core ecosystem, Blazor, and Minimal APIs

Includes practical exercises and hands-on labs to reinforce learning

Reviews summary

Essential update for asp.net core 7.0

According to learners, this course provides a clear and concise overview of the new features in ASP.NET Core 7.0, making it an essential update for professional developers. Students praise the instructor's top-notch explanations and the practical examples and demos that effectively cover topics like Minimal APIs, Blazor enhancements, and Orleans. While many find it highly relevant for upgrading existing projects and staying current, a few noted it acts more as a 'what's new' guide than an in-depth exploration, suggesting it's best for those already familiar with ASP.NET Core seeking a quick grasp rather than deep dives or for beginners.

Best suited for learners already familiar with ASP.NET Core basics.

"For someone new to ASP.NET Core, this would be very difficult."

"Good if you already know Core well and just need updates."

"As a professional developer, staying current is crucial, and this course delivered."

Effectively covers Blazor, Minimal APIs, and Orleans updates.

"The sections on Minimal APIs and Blazor enhancements [were] top-notch."

"I particularly appreciated the segment on Orleans, which I wasn't familiar with before."

"The Blazor MAUI integration part was a highlight for me."

Demonstrations are highly relevant and easily applicable to real projects.

"I found the practical examples very helpful and easy to follow."

"The examples were practical and demonstrated the new features effectively."

"Each section gave me actionable insights. The module on upgrading existing projects was particularly useful."

The instructor's clear explanations make complex topics digestible.

"The instructor's explanations were top-notch, especially the sections on Minimal APIs and Blazor enhancements."

"The instructor breaks down complex topics into digestible chunks."

"The instructor clearly knows his stuff and presents it very well."

Provides an effective, well-structured introduction to new features.

"Absolutely brilliant! The course provided a clear and concise overview of all the new features in ASP.NET Core 7.0."

"Excellent and to the point. The instructor clearly knows his stuff and presents it very well."

"Good overview. The structure is logical, and it does a good job of highlighting the most important changes."

Some minor issues with pacing or older video quality.

"Some parts felt a bit rushed, but overall, it's a solid update."

"The audio quality in some early videos seemed a bit off."

Focuses on introducing new features rather than deep dives.

"I was hoping for more in-depth dives into certain topics, especially performance optimizations or advanced usage patterns."

"It felt more like an overview than a deep dive. If you just need to know 'what's new', it's fine..."

"It’s definitely just a 'what's new' course, not a 'how to master' course."

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 What's New in ASP.NET Core 7.0 with these activities:

Organize your course materials

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Organize the course materials (e.g., notes, slides, assignments) in a logical and accessible manner. This will make it easier for you to review and study the material throughout the course.

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Create a folder or notebook for the course
File and label the materials

Review C# basics

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Refresh your memory on C# basics. Understanding the fundamentals of the language will greatly enhance your learning experience in this course.

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Read through C# tutorials or documentation
Try out simple C# exercises

Review HTTP request and response concepts

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Prepare for the course by reviewing fundamental HTTP request and response concepts. This will ensure you have a strong foundation for understanding how ASP.NET Core processes web requests.

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Read articles or watch videos on HTTP
Practice sending HTTP requests using tools like Postman

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Create a sample ASP.NET Core 7.0 app

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Kick off your learning journey by putting your skills to the test. Build a sample ASP.NET Core 7.0 application to solidify your understanding of the framework's basics.

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Install the .NET 7 SDK
Create a new ASP.NET Core 7.0 project
Run the application

Practice writing ASP.NET Core middleware

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Enhance your understanding of how ASP.NET Core processes requests by practicing writing middleware. This activity will help you master the techniques for customizing the request pipeline.

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Find coding exercises or projects involving middleware
Implement the middleware in your own project
Test and debug the middleware

Write a blog post about the Minimal API pattern

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Share your understanding of the Minimal API pattern by writing a blog post. This will help you solidify your knowledge and contribute to the community by providing valuable information to others.

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Choose a topic related to the Minimal API
Research the topic
Write the blog post
Publish the blog post

Compile a list of essential ASP.NET Core resources

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Create a comprehensive resource list for ASP.NET Core, including documentation, tutorials, and community forums. This will serve as a valuable reference for your continued learning and problem-solving.

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Gather resources from various sources
Organize the resources into categories
Publish the resource list

Career center

Learners who complete What's New in ASP.NET Core 7.0 will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Full-Stack Developer

As a Full Stack Developer, you will work on both the front end and the back end of web applications. You may work on both the client-side and server-side of applications. You may leverage powerful new features of the ASP.NET Core 7.0 framework, such as the improved Blazor and Minimal API pattern, to build these applications. This course will help equip you with the knowledge and skills to do this. You will be able to design, develop, and manage the entire software development lifecycle for web applications.

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Web Developer

As a Web Developer, you may build the next generation of web applications. You will leverage powerful new features of the ASP.NET Core 7.0 framework, such as the improved Blazor and Minimal API pattern, to build these applications. This course will help equip you with the knowledge and skills to do this. You will work on both the front end and the back end of web applications, and may specialize in working with specific technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, .NET, ASP.NET, and SQL.

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Software Engineer

As a Software Engineer, you may build the next generation of web applications. You will leverage powerful new features of the ASP.NET Core 7.0 framework, such as the improved Blazor and Minimal API pattern, to build these applications. This course will help equip you with the knowledge and skills to do this. You will be an essential part of the product development lifecycle as you help translate business needs into technical solutions. This will be particularly helpful if you are interested in working with web frameworks like .NET and ASP.NET.

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Software Architect

As a Software Architect, you will be responsible for intricate details of software development. You will leverage powerful new features of the ASP.NET Core 7.0 framework, such as the unified platform, to build enterprise-ready applications. You will work with key stakeholders such as business analysts and project managers to gather requirements, translate them into technical specifications, and design and develop web applications. This course will provide you with a solid foundation in the latest features of ASP.NET Core 7.0, which will be valuable in this role. Especially if you are interested in working with .NET and building web applications.

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Cloud Architect

As a Cloud Architect, you will leverage powerful new features of the ASP.NET Core 7.0 framework, such as the improved Blazor and Minimal API pattern, to build cloud-native applications. This course will help equip you with the knowledge and skills to do this. You will work with key stakeholders such as business analysts and project managers to gather requirements, translate them into technical specifications, and design and develop cloud-based applications. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing cloud-based solutions.

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Cloud Engineer

As a Cloud Engineer, you may leverage powerful new features of the ASP.NET Core 7.0 framework, such as the improved Blazor and Minimal API pattern, to build cloud-native applications. This course will help equip you with the knowledge and skills to do this. You will work with key stakeholders such as business analysts and project managers to gather requirements, translate them into technical specifications, and design and develop cloud-based applications. You will be responsible for deploying, managing, and monitoring cloud-based solutions.

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Data Scientist

As a Data Scientist, you will leverage powerful new features of the ASP.NET Core 7.0 framework, such as the improved Blazor and Minimal API pattern, to build data-driven applications. This course will help equip you with the knowledge and skills to do this. You will work with key stakeholders such as business analysts and project managers to gather requirements, translate them into technical specifications, and design and develop data-driven applications. You will be responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to help businesses make informed decisions.

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Data Analyst

As a Data Analyst, you may leverage powerful new features of the ASP.NET Core 7.0 framework, such as the improved Blazor and Minimal API pattern, to build data-driven applications. This course will help equip you with the knowledge and skills to do this. You will work with key stakeholders such as business analysts and project managers to gather requirements, translate them into technical specifications, and design and develop data-driven applications. You will be responsible for collecting, cleaning, and analyzing data to help businesses make informed decisions.

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DevOps Engineer

As a DevOps Engineer, you may leverage powerful new features of the ASP.NET Core 7.0 framework, such as the improved Blazor and Minimal API pattern, to automate and streamline the software development lifecycle. This course will help equip you with the knowledge and skills to do this. You will work with key stakeholders such as developers, testers, and operations staff to ensure that software is developed, tested, and deployed efficiently and reliably.

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Information Security Analyst

As an Information Security Analyst, you may leverage powerful new features of the ASP.NET Core 7.0 framework, such as the improved Blazor and Minimal API pattern, to secure web applications. This course will help equip you with the knowledge and skills to do this. You will work with key stakeholders such as business analysts and project managers to gather requirements, translate them into technical specifications, and design and develop secure web applications. You will be responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating security risks.

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IT Manager

As an IT Manager, you may leverage powerful new features of the ASP.NET Core 7.0 framework, such as the improved Blazor and Minimal API pattern, to manage and support the IT infrastructure of an organization. This course will help equip you with the knowledge and skills to do this. You will work with key stakeholders such as business leaders, department heads, and end-users to ensure that the IT infrastructure meets the needs of the organization.

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Network Engineer

As a Network Engineer, you may leverage powerful new features of the ASP.NET Core 7.0 framework, such as the improved Blazor and Minimal API pattern, to design, implement, and manage computer networks. This course will help equip you with the knowledge and skills to do this. You will work with key stakeholders such as business leaders, department heads, and end-users to ensure that the network meets the needs of the organization.

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Systems Administrator

As a Systems Administrator, you may leverage powerful new features of the ASP.NET Core 7.0 framework, such as the improved Blazor and Minimal API pattern, to manage and support computer systems. This course will help equip you with the knowledge and skills to do this. You will work with key stakeholders such as business leaders, department heads, and end-users to ensure that the systems meet the needs of the organization.

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Database Administrator

As a Database Administrator, you may leverage powerful new features of the ASP.NET Core 7.0 framework, such as the improved Blazor and Minimal API pattern, to manage and support databases. This course will help equip you with the knowledge and skills to do this. You will work with key stakeholders such as business leaders, department heads, and end-users to ensure that the databases meet the needs of the organization.

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Security Analyst

As a Security Analyst, you may leverage powerful new features of the ASP.NET Core 7.0 framework, such as the improved Blazor and Minimal API pattern, to identify, assess, and mitigate security risks. This course will help equip you with the knowledge and skills to do this. You will work with key stakeholders such as business leaders, department heads, and end-users to ensure that the organization is protected from security threats.

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