Programming & Software Development Courses and Resources

MS Learn

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Add decision logic to your code in C#

Learn to branch your code's execution path by evaluating Boolean expressions.

Dotnet

beginner

MS Learn

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Write your first C# code

Get started by writing code examples to learn the basics of the C# syntax.

Dotnet

beginner

MS Learn

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Perform basic operations on numbers in C#

Learn the operators and techniques used to perform basic math operations on numeric data.

Dotnet

beginner

MS Learn

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Store data with variables in C#

Use data in your applications by creating literal values and variable values of different data types.

Dotnet

beginner

MS Learn

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Support mobile productivity with Surface Laptop for Business 13-inch

In this module, you'll learn how to support mobile productivity with Surface Laptop for Business 13-inch.

Surface

beginner

MS Learn

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Write your first code using C# (Get started with C#, Part 1)

Learn the basic syntax and thought processes required to build simple applications using C#.

Dotnet

beginner

MS Learn

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Create and run simple C# console applications (Get started with C#, Part 2)

Use Visual Studio Code to develop C# console applications that implement arrays, foreach loops, and if statements.

Dotnet Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

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Write reusable code

Learn how to write reusable code in Python using functions, parameters, return values, variable scope, and...

Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

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Accelerate development with GitHub Copilot cloud agent

Learn how GitHub Copilot cloud agent automates routine tasks, manages pull requests, and supports your development workflow.

Github

intermediate

MS Learn

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Integrate backend services for AI solutions

Learn how to integrate backend services for AI solutions on Azure.

Azure Service Bus Azure Event Grid Azure Functions

intermediate

MS Learn

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Get started with SQL Database in Microsoft Fabric

Learn how SQL Database in Microsoft Fabric works, the key concepts, and practical examples to help users SQL...

Fabric Azure Sql Database

beginner

MS Learn

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Leveling up code reviews and pull requests with GitHub Copilot

This module shows how GitHub Copilot supports code reviews with actionable suggestions, auto-fixes, and custom...

Github

intermediate

MS Learn

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Work with source control using Git in Visual Studio Code for Business Central

Explore how to work with local and remote Git repositories, including configuring Git and creating new repositories...

Dynamics 365 Dynamics Business Central

intermediate

MS Learn

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Design an MVVM viewmodel for .NET MAUI

Discover how the MVVM design pattern can help separate your business logic and user interface code. Learn about how...

Dotnet Maui Dotnet Vs

intermediate

MS Learn

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Get started with Python programming: Part 2 - building programs

Learn the fundamentals of programming in Python.

Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

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Repeat actions with loops

Learn how to repeat actions in Python using for and while loops, and control loop execution with break and continue.

Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

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Microsoft Sustainability Manager Solution Architecture

This module describes the solution view, data model and process flow, and extensibility and integration for...

Industry Solutions Mscloud Sustainability

intermediate

MS Learn

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Write advanced Transact-SQL queries

Azure Sql Database Azure Sql Managed Instance Azure Sql Virtual Machines

advanced

MS Learn

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Program with Transact-SQL

Azure Sql Database Azure Sql Managed Instance Azure Sql Virtual Machines

advanced

MS Learn

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Create stored procedures and user-defined functions

This content is a part of Create stored procedures and user-defined functions.

Azure Sql Database Azure Sql Managed Instance Azure Sql Virtual Machines

advanced

MS Learn

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Get started with Transact-SQL programming

Azure Sql Database Azure Sql Managed Instance Azure Sql Virtual Machines

advanced

MS Learn

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Implement error handling with Transact-SQL

Azure Sql Database Azure Sql Managed Instance Azure Sql Virtual Machines

advanced

MS Learn

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Implement transactions with Transact-SQL

Azure Sql Database Azure Sql Managed Instance Azure Sql Virtual Machines

advanced

MS Learn

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Transform development workflows with T-SQL in SQL Server 2025

Explore the new T-SQL enhancements in SQL Server 2025, including AI integration, pattern matching, JSON aggregation,...

Sql Server Azure Sql Database

intermediate

MS Learn

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Get started with GraphQL in Microsoft Fabric

Learn how GraphQL in Microsoft Fabric works, the key concepts, and practical examples to help users integrate their...

Fabric Azure Sql Database

beginner

MS Learn

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Develop a data API for Azure SQL Database

Learn how to create modern REST data API for Azure SQL Database. We'll delve into Data API Builder, a powerful...

Azure Sql Database Azure

intermediate

MS Learn

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Back up and restore databases

Azure Azure Sql Database Sql Server

intermediate

MS Learn

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Create and manage SQL Agent jobs

Azure Azure Sql Database Sql Server

intermediate

MS Learn

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Automate database deployment

Azure Azure Sql Database Sql Server

intermediate

MS Learn

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Query and modify data with Transact-SQL

Learn how to use Transact-SQL (T-SQL) to interact with relational databases by querying and modifying data. This...

Azure Sql Database Sql Server Azure Sql Managed Instance

beginner

MS Learn

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Sort and filter results in T-SQL

Sql Server Azure Sql Managed Instance Azure Sqlserver Vm

beginner

MS Learn

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Combine multiple tables with JOINs in T-SQL

Azure Sql Database Sql Server Azure Sql Managed Instance

beginner

MS Learn

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Introduction to Transact-SQL

Azure Sql Database Sql Server Azure Sql Managed Instance

beginner

MS Learn

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Use built-in functions and GROUP BY in Transact-SQL

Azure Sql Database Sql Server Azure Sql Managed Instance

beginner

MS Learn

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Write Subqueries in T-SQL

Azure Sql Database Sql Server Azure Sql Managed Instance

beginner

MS Learn

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Modify data with T-SQL

Azure Sql Database Sql Server Azure Sql Managed Instance

beginner

MS Learn

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Get Started with Python Programming: Part 1 - Fundamentals

Learn the fundamentals of programming in Python.

Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

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Work with data in Python

Learn how to store and manipulate data in Python. Explore variables, dynamic typing, numeric operations, and type conversion.

Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

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Write your first Python code

Get started with Python programming. Learn to display output, accept user input, and manipulate strings to build...

Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

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Explore performance-based database design

Azure Sql Database Sql Server

intermediate

MS Learn

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Configure SQL Server resources for optimal performance

Azure Azure Sql Database Sql Server

intermediate

MS Learn

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Configure databases for optimal performance

Azure Azure Sql Database Sql Server

intermediate

MS Learn

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Protect data in-transit and at rest

Azure Azure Sql Database Sql Server

intermediate

MS Learn

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Work with Text Analytics for health API

Learn how to convert unstructured health data into structured data using Text Analytics for health in Microsoft...

Industry Solutions Mscloud Healthcare

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MS Learn

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Customize layout in .NET MAUI XAML pages

Create consistent user interfaces across different devices by using StackLayout and Grid.

Vs Dotnet Dotnet Maui

beginner

MS Learn

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Manage secrets in Java applications - Zero Trust and Zero Secrets

In this module, you learn about managing secrets in your Java applications on Azure. You'll explore best practices...

Azure Azure Spring Apps Azure Functions

beginner

MS Learn

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Create a UI that uses data binding in .NET MAUI.

Create a UI with data binding. Your UI automatically updates based on the latest data, while the data updates in...

Dotnet Maui Dotnet Vs

intermediate

MS Learn

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Gaming assistive technologies

Learn about the types of assistive hardware and software technologies that players with disabilities use to game,...

Xbox

beginner

MS Learn

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Introduction to gaming and disability

This module introduces accessibility concepts for game titles, gaming platforms, and gaming hardware. You learn...

Xbox

beginner

MS Learn

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Accessibility best practices for gaming hardware

Learn how to create more accessible standard gaming hardware products, such as game consoles, controllers, and...

Xbox

beginner

MS Learn

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Create a UI in a .NET MAUI app by using XAML

Learn how to design a UI for a .NET MAUI app using XAML.

Vs Dotnet Dotnet Maui

beginner

MS Learn

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Design consistent .NET MAUI XAML pages by using shared resources

Learn how to use static and dynamic shared resources to build a .NET Multi-platform App UI (MAUI) user interface....

Vs Dotnet Dotnet Maui

beginner

MS Learn

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Create a cross-platform app with .NET MAUI

Learn how to use Visual Studio with .NET MAUI (Multi-platform Application User Interface) to create a cross-platform app.

Vs Dotnet Dotnet Maui

beginner

MS Learn

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Store local data with SQLite in a .NET MAUI app

Learn how to store and access data held in SQLite using a .NET Multi-platform App UI (MAUI) app

Vs Dotnet Dotnet Maui

beginner

MS Learn

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Accessibility best practices for games and platforms

Learn about foundational accessibility best practice principles that you can use to guide the development of games...

Xbox

beginner

MS Learn

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Create multi-page .NET MAUI apps with tab and flyout navigation

Use .NET Multi-platform App UI (MAUI) shell to create multi-page applications with tabs and flyout navigation.

Vs Dotnet Dotnet Maui

beginner

MS Learn

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Design a SQL Server migration strategy

Azure Azure Sql Database Azure Sql Managed Instance

beginner

MS Learn

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Build a mobile and desktop app with Blazor Hybrid and .NET MAUI

Learn how to set up your development environment and build your first cross-platform hybrid app with Blazor, .NET...

Aspnet Core Blazor Dotnet Maui

intermediate

MS Learn

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Install and configure apps on a session host

MSIX app attach is a way to deliver MSIX applications to both physical and virtual machines. MSIX app attach is...

Azure Azure Virtual Desktop Azure Virtual Machines

intermediate

MS Learn

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Design and implement intelligent search with SQL

Implement intelligent search capabilities in SQL Server and Azure SQL by combining traditional full-text search with...

Azure Azure Sql Database Sql Server

intermediate

MS Learn

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Design and implement models and embeddings with SQL

Integrate AI models with Azure SQL Database using external models, the vector data type, and built-in AI functions....

Azure Azure Sql Database

intermediate

MS Learn

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Optimize database performance

Optimize Azure SQL Database performance by choosing the right service tier and managing concurrency with isolation...

Azure Azure Sql Database Sql Server

intermediate

MS Learn

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Deploy and govern enterprise agentic AI solutions on Azure

Learn how to deploy multi-agent systems to Azure at enterprise scale and establish robust operational governance...

Agent Framework Azure Cosmos Db Azure Managed Redis

advanced

MS Learn

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Debug C# console applications (Get started with C#, Part 6)

Dotnet Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

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Architect production-grade multi-agent AI solutions in Azure

Learn how to design production-grade agentic AI solutions in Microsoft Foundry. This training covers stateful...

Agent Framework Azure Cosmos Db Azure Managed Redis

advanced

MS Learn

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Build production-grade multi-agent capabilities with Microsoft Foundry

Learn how to implement the production-grade technical capabilities required to make multi-agent systems reliable,...

Agent Framework Azure Cosmos Db Azure Managed Redis

advanced

MS Learn

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Monitor, evaluate, and operate multi-agent AI solutions in Azure

Learn how to operate production multi-agent solutions with comprehensive visibility, systematic quality assurance,...

Agent Framework Azure Cosmos Db Azure Monitor

advanced

MS Learn

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Add logic to C# console applications (Get started with C#, Part 3)

Deepen your experience with C# logic and iteration statements, Boolean expressions, and code blocks in this Learning Path.

Dotnet Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

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Access local files asynchronously

Learn how to manage local files using the System.IO namespace and how to asynchronously back up and restore...

Dotnet Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

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Implement classes, properties, and methods

Learn how to create classes and objects in C# and how to securely access and manage encapsulated data using...

Dotnet Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

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Implement inheritance and polymorphism

Vs

beginner

MS Learn

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Implement delegates and events

Learn how to implement late binding using delegates, how to notify other classes or objects when something of...

Dotnet Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

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Guided project - Debug and handle exceptions in a C# console application using Visual Studio Code

This module guides you through the code verification process for a C# console application. Hands-on activities...

Dotnet Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

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Store and retrieve JSON files

Learn how to serialize and deserialize JavaScript Object Notation (JSON) strings using the JsonSerializer class, the...

Dotnet Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

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Choose the correct data type in your C# code

Choose the correct data type for your code from several basic types used in C#.

Dotnet Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

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Format alphanumeric data for presentation in C#

Explore basic methods in C# to format alphanumeric data.

Dotnet Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

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Null safety in C#

Learn coding practices to help prevent the occurrence of NullReferenceException.

Dotnet

beginner

MS Learn

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Call methods from the .NET Class Library using C#

Use functionality in the .NET Class Library by calling methods that return values, accept input parameters, and more.

Dotnet Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

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Store and iterate through sequences of data using Arrays and the foreach statement in C#

Learn to create array variables and iterate through elements of the array.

Dotnet Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

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Implement exception handling in C# console applications

This module explores the use of exceptions and the exception handling process in C# console applications. Hands-on...

Dotnet Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

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Iterate through a code block using for statement in C#

Use the for iteration statement to loop a pre-set number of times and control the iteration process.

Dotnet Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

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Guided project - Develop conditional branching and looping structures in C#

Gain experience developing a console app that implements selection and iteration statements to achieve app specifications.

Dotnet Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

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Get started with Delegates

Learn how to declare, instantiate, and invoke delegates for scenarios that require dynamic method invocation, such...

Dotnet Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

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Evaluate Boolean expressions to make decisions in C#

Learn the operators and techniques required to evaluate and compare values in your decision statements.

Dotnet Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

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Challenge project - Develop branching and looping structures in C#

Demonstrate your ability to develop a console app that implements selection and iteration statements to achieve app...

Dotnet Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

free tutorial

Create readable code with conventions, whitespace, and comments in C#

Write code that is easier to read, update and support using naming conventions, comments and whitespace.

Dotnet Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

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Challenge project - Develop foreach and if-elseif-else structures to process array data in C#

Demonstrate your ability to update a console app that implements arrays, foreach loops, and if statements in...

Dotnet Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

free tutorial

Implement spec-driven development using the GitHub Spec Kit

Implement the spec-driven development methodology using GitHub Spec Kit and GitHub Copilot in Visual Studio Code....

Github Vs Code

intermediate

MS Learn

free tutorial

Add looping logic to your code using the do-while and while statements in C#

Use the do-while and while statements to iterate as long as a Boolean expression evaluates to true.

Dotnet Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

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Challenge project - Work with variable data in C#

A challenge project to test C# skills working with variable data.

Dotnet Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

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Implement the Visual Studio Code debugging tools for C#

This module explores the tools and processes used to debug C# console applications in Visual Studio Code. Hands-on...

Dotnet Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

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Review the principles of code debugging and exception handling

This module examines code validation using a combination of testing, debugging, and exception handling. The...

Dotnet Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

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Implement asynchronous tasks

Learn how to implement asynchronous tasks in C# apps using the `async` and `await` keywords and how to run...

Dotnet Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

free tutorial

Install and configure Visual Studio Code

Learn how to configure Visual Studio Code for C# and how to use this professional IDE to create and run console applications.

Dotnet Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

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Guided project - Work with variable data in C#

Complete a guided project to apply knowledge of variable data in C#.

Dotnet Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

free tutorial

Get started with classes and objects

Learn how to create classes and instantiate objects that expose encapsulated field data by using class definitions,...

Vs Code Dotnet

beginner

MS Learn

free tutorial

Get started with spec-driven development and GitHub Spec Kit

Learn to implement the spec-driven development methodology and GitHub Spec Kit for greenfield applications.

Github Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

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Branch the flow of code using the switch-case construct in C#

Learn how to add branching logic that matches one variable or expression against many possible values.

Dotnet Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

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Challenge project - Debug a C# console application using Visual Studio Code

This module helps you evaluate your debugging skills. You start with a C# console application that contains code...

Dotnet Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

free tutorial

Convert data types using casting and conversion techniques in C#

Explore using C# techniques for casts and conversions.

Dotnet Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

free tutorial

Get started with file input and output

Learn how to manage local files and directories using the System.IO classes, and how to store and retrieve C#...

Dotnet Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

free tutorial

Get started with classes and objects in C#

Learn how to create classes and instantiate objects that expose encapsulated field data by using class definitions,...

Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

free tutorial

Perform operations on arrays using helper methods in C#

Use C# helper methods to perform reverse, resize, split and join operations on arrays.

Dotnet Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

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Control variable scope and logic using code blocks in C#

Use code blocks with more confidence, understanding how they impact the visibility and accessibility of both higher...

Dotnet Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

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Create and throw exceptions in C# console applications

This module explores the process for creating, throwing, and catching customized exceptions in a C# console...

Dotnet Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

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Modify the content of strings using built-in string data type methods in C#

Explore using the built-in string data type methods in C# to modify strings.

Dotnet Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

free tutorial

Guided project - Develop foreach and if-elseif-else structures to process array data in C#

Gain experience developing a console app that implements arrays, foreach loops, and if statements to achieve app...

Dotnet Vs Code

beginner

MS Learn

free tutorial

Write advanced T-SQL code

Learn how to write advanced T-SQL code including CTEs, window functions, JSON functions, regular expressions, fuzzy...

Sql Server Azure Sql Database Azure Sql Managed Instance

intermediate

MS Learn

free tutorial

Configure and use secret scanning in your GitHub repository

On completing this module, you'll understand how secret scanning works to configure and use it efficiently.

Github

intermediate

MS Learn

free tutorial

Manage sensitive data and security policies within GitHub

Familiarize yourself with GitHub's basic security tools, which prepare repositories for secure development and...

Github

intermediate

MS Learn

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Configure code scanning on GitHub

This module introduces you to code scanning and its features. You'll learn how to implement code scanning using...

Github

intermediate

MS Learn

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Introduction to GitHub Advanced Security

This module will help you become familiar with GitHub's Advanced Security features and best practices. As you learn...

Github

beginner

MS Learn

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Configure Dependabot security updates on your GitHub repo

Learn how to configure Dependabot security updates on your GitHub repo.

Github

intermediate

MS Learn

free tutorial

Design and implement database objects with SQL

Learn how to design and implement database objects in SQL Server, Azure SQL, and SQL databases in Microsoft Fabric,...

Sql Server Azure Sql Database Azure Sql Managed Instance

intermediate

MS Learn

free tutorial

Implement programmability objects with SQL

Learn how to implement views, stored procedures, functions, and triggers in SQL Server to encapsulate logic, improve...

Sql Server Azure Sql Database Azure Sql Managed Instance

intermediate

MS Learn

free tutorial

Build cross-platform multi-agent solutions using the Agent2Agent protocol in Microsoft Copilot Studio

Learn to integrate cross-platform agents into your Copilot Studio solution using the Agent2Agent (A2A) protocol....

Microsoft Copilot Studio

intermediate

MS Learn

free tutorial

Take action in external systems using connector and REST API agent tools in Microsoft Copilot Studio

Configure Power Platform connectors and REST APIs as action tools on your Copilot Studio agents. Learn to add...

Power Platform Microsoft Copilot Studio

intermediate

MS Learn

free tutorial

Introduction to AI security testing

Learn about AI red teaming, the three categories of AI security testing, and how to plan and execute red teaming...

Azure

beginner

MS Learn

free tutorial

Accelerate Azure SQL tasks with Microsoft Copilot

Use Copilot in Azure SQL Database, GitHub Copilot in SSMS and VS Code, and GitHub Copilot for IaC to work faster as...

Azure Sql Database Azure Sql Managed Instance Sql Server

intermediate

MS Learn

free tutorial

Interactive case study: Securing apps and data

Apply your cybersecurity architect skills on a real business scenario in the area of securing apps and data. Analyze...

Defender For Cloud Azure Arc Azure Devops

advanced