This getting started guide introduces you to C# and .NET for Visual Studio Code through the following tasks: Installing and setting up your VS Code environment for C#. Writing and running a simple "Hello World" application using C#.

Working with C#. The C# support in Visual Studio Code is optimized for cross-platform .NET development (see working with .NET and VS Code for another relevant article). Our focus with VS Code is to be a great editor for cross-platform C# development by providing a rich C# editing experience, AI-powered development, solution management, and ...

When you create a C# application in Visual Studio Code, you start with a project. A project contains all files (such as source code, images, etc.) that are compiled into an executable, library, or website. All of your related projects can then be stored in a container called a solution.

Jun 17, 2024 · Looking to get started building apps with .NET, C#, and VS Code? James has you covered in this beginner guide to get your entire VS Code environment setup for development in under 10 minutes.

Jan 29, 2025 · Learn about the structure of a C# program by using a skeleton program that contains all the required elements for a program.

Mar 19, 2025 · This tutorial shows how to create and run a .NET console application by using Visual Studio Code. On Windows, this WinGet configuration file to install all prerequisites. If you already have something installed, WinGet will skip that …

Sep 29, 2021 · While many developers use Visual Studio for C# development, I still VSCode. In this post, I'll show you how to run C# code in VSCode, as well as create a project, run the code, debug and compile it.

Jan 1, 2025 · Today, we're diving into the world of C# development and how to set up Visual Studio Code (VS Code) to be your ultimate companion. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, this guide will walk you through every step, from installation to writing your first lines of code. Let's get started! Why Choose VS Code for C# Development?

Jul 8, 2024 · In Visual Studio Code, we can use the VS Code terminal to run .NET command lines. This can be added by going to View and Terminal from the top menu. To create an ASP.NET Core Web API, we need to change directory in the terminal to the folder where we want to create the application. Then we run:

Feb 9, 2025 · This guide explores the concept of top-level statements in C# within Visual Studio Code, explaining the disappearance of default code and how to revert to traditional structure.