Overview
Build practical C# and .NET 10 projects - from games and web apps to AI chatbots and machine learning tools - while learning modern patterns, libraries, and workflows. Free with your book: DRM-free PDF version + access to Packt's next-gen Reader* Key Features Learn by building practical .NET applications for real-world use Develop cross-platform apps, games, web APIs, and AI integrations Master new C# and .NET features through creative, hands-on projects Book DescriptionToo many C# developers feel stuck building the same apps day in and day out, but learning through side projects can reignite your passion and level up your skills. This book offers a practical, hands-on approach to building confidence with .NET 10 and modern C# by building a variety of engaging applications, from interactive games and productivity tools to machine learning apps and browser-based chatbots. These projects are designed to teach practical patterns and modern tooling, with a focus on learning and experimentation over production hardening. You'll work with tools like Spectre.Console, ML.NET, Uno Platform, and more, developing everything from an adventure game and a card tracker to an AI chatbot. You’ll also build modern AI-enabled systems using Ollama, Microsoft Agent Framework, OpenTelemetry, and Aspire. Written by an experienced C# engineer and teacher, this book blends technical depth with a developer-friendly tone, helping you learn faster and retain more. You'll sharpen your understanding of core .NET capabilities and gain confidence to apply them in your own work or hobby projects. By the end of this book, you'll not only have a portfolio of practical .NET apps - you’ll also have grown as a developer and rediscovered the joy of programming. *Email sign-up and proof of purchase required What you will learn Build an adventure game console app with Spectre.Console Create infinite world simulations using procedural generation Build RESTful APIs using ASP.NET Core and Entity Framework Design a cross-platform chatbot using Uno Platform Use object-oriented programming and unit tests to recreate the Enigma machine Develop browser-based apps with Blazor and JavaScript interop Train and use ML.NET models in your own applications Explore game development with MonoGame and .NET Who this book is forC# developers eager to deepen their practical knowledge of .NET by building meaningful and creative projects. Suitable for professionals and hobbyists alike, this book is ideal for those who enjoy learning through experimentation. Readers should have a basic understanding of C# and familiarity with the .NET ecosystem.
Full Product Details
Author: Matt Eland ,
Kevin Griffin
Publisher: Packt Publishing Limited
Imprint: Packt Publishing Limited
ISBN: 9781836642510
ISBN 10: 1836642512
Pages: 518
Publication Date: 24 April 2026
Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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Professional & Vocational
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: In Print
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Author Information
Matt Eland is a senior software engineering and data science consultant at Leading EDJE in Columbus, Ohio. He loves sharing his journey by teaching software engineering, AI, and data science concepts in the most engaging ways possible. Matt has used machine learning to settle debates over whether certain movies are Christmas movies, reinforcement learning to create digital attack squirrels, data analytics to suggest improvements to his favorite TV show, and AI agents to play board games and create an AI agent with the personality of a dog. He is the author of multiple books and courses, helps organize a user group and regional conferences, holds a Master's of Science in Data Analytics, and is a 2x Microsoft MVP in AI and .NET.
