Systems Programming with C# and .NET

<p><b>Kickstart systems programming with C# 12 and .NET Core 8, learn low-level secrets, optimize performance, and secure deployments for high-performance application development </b></p><h4>Key Features</h4><ul><li>Engage in hands-on exercises to effectively apply systems programming concepts</li><li>Gain insights into Linux and embedded systems and broaden your development capabilities</li><li>Learn how to deploy and maintain applications securely in diverse production environments</li><li>Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook</li></ul><h4>Book Description</h4>If you want to explore the vast potential of C# and .NET to build high-performance applications, then this book is for you. Written by a 17-time awardee of the Microsoft MVP award, this book delves into low-level programming with C# and .NET. The book starts by introducing fundamental concepts such as low-level APIs, memory management, and performance optimization. Each chapter imparts practical skills, guiding you through threads, file I/O, and network protocols. With a focus on real-world applications, you’ll learn how to secure systems, implement effective logging, and deploy applications seamlessly. The book particularly emphasizes debugging, profiling, and addressing challenges unique to multithreaded and asynchronous code. You’ll also gain insights into cybersecurity essentials to help you safeguard data and establish secure communications. Moreover, a dedicated chapter on systems programming in Linux will help you broaden your horizons and explore cross-platform development. For those venturing into embedded systems, the final chapter offers hands-on guidance. By the end of this book, you’ll be ready to deploy, distribute, and maintain applications in production systems.<h4>What you will learn</h4><ul><li>Explore low-level APIs for enhanced control and performance</li><li>Optimize applications with memory management strategies</li><li>Develop secure, efficient networking applications using C# and .NET</li><li>Implement effective logging, monitoring, and metrics for system health</li><li>Navigate Linux environments for cross-platform proficiency</li><li>Interact with hardware devices, GPIO pins, and embedded systems</li><li>Deploy and distribute apps securely with continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines</li><li>Debug and profile efficiently, addressing multithreaded challenges</li></ul><h4>Who this book is for</h4>This book is for C# developers and programmers looking to deepen their expertise in systems programming with .NET Core. Professionals aspiring to architect high-performance applications, system engineers, and those involved in deploying and maintaining applications in production environments will also find this book useful. A basic understanding of C# and .NET Core is recommended, making it suitable for developers who are getting started with systems programming in C# and .NET Core.