Previous edition: 2013. "A learner's guide to real-world programming with C# and .NET Core" -- Cover. Covers C# 8.0 and Visual Studio 2019. Includes index.
Contents:
Start building with C#: building something great...fast! -- Dive in C#: statements, classes, and code ; Unity lab 1: explore C# unity -- Objects...get oriented: making code make sense -- Types and references: getting the reference ; Unity lab 2: write C# code for unity -- Encapsulation: keep your privates...private -- Inheritance: your object's family tree ; Unity lab 3: GameObject instances -- Interfaces, casting, and "is": making classes keep their promises -- Enums and collections: organizing your data ; Unity lab 4: user interfaces -- LINQ and lambdas: get control of your data -- Reading and writing files: save the last byte for me! ; Unity lab 5: raycasting -- Captain amazing: the death of the object -- Exception handling: putting out fires gets old ; Unity lab 6: scene navigation -- Downloadable exercise: animal match boss battle -- Visual studio for Mac learner's guide -- Code Kata: a learning guide for advanced and impatient.
Summary:
"What will you learn from this book? Dive into C# and create apps, user interfaces, games, and more using this fun and highly visual introduction to C#, .NET Core, and Visual Studio. With this completely updated guide, which covers C# 8.0 and Visual Studio 2019, beginning programmers like you will build a fully functional game in the opening chapter. Then you'll learn how to use classes and object-oriented programming, create 3D games in Unity, and query data with LINQ. And you'll do it all by solving puzzles, doing hands-on exercises, and building real-world applications. By the time you're done, you'll be a solid C# programmer -- and you'll have a great time along the way! What's so special about this book? Based on the latest research in cognitive science and learning theory, Head First C# uses a visually rich format to engage your mind rather than a text-heavy approach that puts you to sleep. Why waste your time struggling with new concepts? This multisensory learning experience is designed for the way your brain really works." -- Back cover.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.