How to Create a Temp File in the Temp Folder in C#
In this article, we will learn how to create a temp file in the Temp Folder in C#. Let's start. What Is the Temp Folder The main purpose of this...
How to Ensure a String Is Valid JSON in C#
In this article, we delve into the different approaches to ensure a string is valid JSON in C# by providing detailed explanations and practical examples. JavaScript Object Notation, more commonly known as JSON, has become the de facto data format for interchange...
How to Save a List to a Text File in C#
In this article, we will delve into the methods to save a list to a text file using two C# classes: StreamWriter and File. We will also discuss which class best aligns with the specific requirements for file operations. [sc name="github"...
How to Escape the Backslash Character in C#
In this article, we will explore different ways to escape the backslash (\) character in C#. By the end, we will have a solid understanding of the best practices for representing literal backslashes in C#, ensuring accurate representations, and preventing unintended...
How to Use IExceptionHandler to Handle Exceptions in .NET
Effective error handling plays a crucial role in shaping the behavior of our applications. It involves establishing consistent response formats for our applications, ensuring a standardized approach even when errors occur. .NET 8 comes with the IExceptionHandler...
Converting String to Byte Array in C#
In this article, we'll explore the concept of converting a string to a byte array in C#. We will also talk about why this conversion is necessary and explore the methods we can use for that. [sc name="github"...
Simple Initialization With Collection Expressions in .NET
The .NET development platform takes pride in constantly improving its core programming language, C#. Despite being two decades old, it continues to evolve with every new release. The latest release, C#12, is no exception. In this article, we will explore a new feature...
When to Use Thread.Sleep, When to Use Task.Delay?
In this article, we will explore the differences between Thread.Sleep() and Task.Delay(), two commonly used mechanisms for introducing delays in code. Understanding these differences is critical for developers working with multithreading and asynchronous programming....
How to Use Sections in Blazor
Blazor is revolutionizing web development in the .NET realm by introducing innovative features with each new release. In this article, we will explore one of Blazor's impressive features, "Sections", introduced by the .NET 8 release. [sc name="github"...
How to Set an Authenticator for a New RestClient in RestSharp
In this article, we will review the different authenticator types in RestSharp, available via NuGet. First, we will briefly look through all of them and later focus on setting up a request using the HTTP basic authenticator. Then we will take a look at a common error...
Building Distributed Applications With .NET Aspire
In this article, we'll look at a new way of building distributed applications called .NET Aspire. Let's dive in, starting with an...
How to Append or Update Query String Values in C#
In web development, query strings facilitate communication between clients and servers. A query string is a part of a URL containing data parameters that transmit information from one page to another. In C# development, effectively appending and updating query string...
How to Ignore Model Properties With Swagger in .NET
In this article, we will explore the two main use cases of ignoring properties in Swagger. We will look into when and why we should ignore model properties with Swagger, and how to do it. [sc name="github"...
Consistent Byte Representation of Strings in C# Without Encoding
In the vast landscape of C# programming, handling strings stands out as a fundamental and frequently encountered task. However, ensuring a consistent byte representation of strings without explicitly specifying an encoding can be a bit perplexing for developers...
PeriodicTimer in C#
Some system development problems may require us to perform tasks at regular intervals. Such tasks may include updating user interfaces and data or other recurring tasks. To ensure we address this need, C# provides the PeriodicTimer class, which was introduced in .NET...
Broker Architectural Pattern in C#
In this article, we are going to learn how to implement the broker architectural pattern in .NET applications. So let's get going. The...
Client-Server Architectural Pattern in C#
The Client-Server Architectural Pattern is a system that divides an application between clients that initiate requests and the server that fulfills them. This model of architecture forms the basis of countless applications, from web browsing to email. In this article,...
Differences Between NUnit, xUnit and MSTest
A testing framework provides us with an approach to automating the validation of the functionality and performance of our code. In this article, we will look at the three major testing frameworks (NUnit, xUnit, and MSTest) that are available for a .NET project. ...
Is a Path a File or a Directory in C#
In this article, we explore how to determine if a path is a file or a directory in C#. We have two main approaches to determining...
Deep Dive into Conversions in C# With the Convert Class
As a statically typed language, C# imposes some limitations on variable types. After we declare a variable of a given type, we can only assign values of that type to it. For example, if we declare a variable of a textual type, we cannot assign values of a numerical...
How to Initialize Parameters of a Record in C#
In this article, we are going to learn how to initialize the parameters of a record type in C#. For an overview of what records are, have a look at this article. [sc name="github"...