Unlock the potential of .NET to craft, test, and deploy robust CLI applications, including development, security, and monitoring Key Features Gain a comprehensive understanding of how to build CLI applications with .NET Master advanced techniques for creating cross-platform, modular, and robust CLI applications Apply your knowledge through hands-on experience with practical exercises and projects Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Book DescriptionDevelopers and system administrators often face challenges like inefficient workflows, complex system operations, and the demand for robust automation tools. CLI applications provide a powerful solution, enhancing flexibility, efficiency, and productivity in various environments, and this book will show you how to master the development of robust command-line tools using .NET. Written by a Microsoft Azure MVP, the book's hands-on approach ensures practical experience with real-world projects. You'll start with foundational principles, essential concepts, and best practices for CLI application development before learning how to create interactive interfaces, integrate with external APIs and services, and implement security best practices to safeguard your applications. Each chapter will build progressively from basic to advanced topics. Beyond development, you will also learn to enhance application quality through testing, package them for efficient distribution, deploy effectively. The book also teaches strategies to optimize performance, ensuring your applications run efficiently under heavy usage. By the end of this book, you'll gain a deep understanding of CLI application development with .NET, to build modular, extensible, and easy-to-maintain applications.What you will learn Master CLI application development principles to enhance productivity Build modular and extensible CLI applications that adapt to evolving needs Develop interactive CLI applications for engaging user experiences Integrate external APIs and services to extend functionality Implement robust security measures to ensure data protection Improve quality and reliability through comprehensive testing Package and deploy CLI applications efficiently for smooth releases Optimize performance to achieve high efficiency and effectiveness Who this book is forThis book is for software developers, architects, and DevOps engineers seeking to enhance their existing SaaS platforms or optimize system operations. It focuses on providing users with CLI applications that automate and streamline workflows, unlocking operational efficiency. You are expected to have basic knowledge of programming concepts along with basic experience with .NET and C#, as the book doesn't include introductory content.

About the Author
Tidjani Belmansour is an expert in developing and architecting solutions on the Microsoft Azure platform, especially in .NET, with over 19 years of experience. His passion for development began early-he wrote his first program in QuickBasic at age 8 and hasn't stopped since. He currently works at Cofomo as the Director of the Azure Centre of Excellence and has been working with organizations of all sizes, in both the public and private sectors, worldwide. Tidjani is also a Microsoft Azure MVP since 2019, the co-host of the Azure Quebec Community, a teacher, a blogger, and an international speaker. He holds a BSc degree in Computer Science and a Ph.D. in Engineering.


Book Information
ISBN 9781835882740
Author Tidjani Belmansour
Format Paperback
Page Count 272
Imprint Packt Publishing Limited
Publisher Packt Publishing Limited