ITEC81_Lecture_Introduction_to_Visual_Studio.pdf

cam ITEC81: INTRODUCTION TO VISUAL STUDIO RUMER M. BAYOT INSTRUCTOR PRESENTATION OUTLINE 01 Introduction to Visual Studio 02 What is Visual Studio? (Difference between Visual Studio and Visual Studio.NET) 03 History & Evolution of Visual Studio 04 Applications and Platforms Supported by Visual...

cam ITEC81: INTRODUCTION TO VISUAL STUDIO RUMER M. BAYOT INSTRUCTOR PRESENTATION OUTLINE 01 Introduction to Visual Studio 02 What is Visual Studio? (Difference between Visual Studio and Visual Studio.NET) 03 History & Evolution of Visual Studio 04 Applications and Platforms Supported by Visual Studio PRESENTATION OUTLINE 05 Key Features of Visual Studio 06 Extensibility and Customization in Visual Studio INTRODUCTION TO VISUAL STUDIO WHAT IS VISUAL STUDIO? WHAT IS VISUAL STUDIO? Visual Studio is an integrated development environment (IDE) from Microsoft, used for developing computer programs, websites, web apps, web services, and mobile apps. It supports multiple programming languages, including C#, C++, VB.NET, Python, JavaScript, and more through extensions. WHAT IS VISUAL STUDIO? Designed to be an all-in-one solution for developers, it provides tools for writing, debugging, and testing code, as well as tools for version control and deployment. VISUAL STUDIO.NET Visual Studio.NET is also Microsoft-integrated development environment (IDE) designed for building a wide range of applications, including Windows Forms, graphical user interfaces (GUIS), consoles, web applications, and web services. It provides a comprehensive set of tools to simplify and accelerate the development process. DIFFERENCE BETWEEN VISUAL STUDIO AND VISUAL STUDIO.NET The primary difference between Visual Studio and Visual Studio.NET lies in their versions and the technology stacks they support. Visual Studio is a comprehensive IDE used for developing applications across multiple platforms, including Windows, web, mobile, and cloud. It supports a wide range of programming languages like C#, VB.NET, F#, C++, Python, and JavaScript. DIFFERENCE BETWEEN VISUAL STUDIO AND VISUAL STUDIO.NET Visual Studio.NET refers specifically to the version of Visual Studio released in 2002 that was designed to support the.NET Framework, which was also introduced around the same time. Visual Studio.NET was the first IDE fully integrated with the.NET Framework, which marked a shift towards managed code and object-oriented programming with languages like C# and VB.NET. It focused on developing applications specifically for the.NET platform, including ASP.NET web applications and Windows Forms applications. DIFFERENCE BETWEEN VISUAL STUDIO AND VISUAL STUDIO.NET SUMMARY: Visual Studio is a broader term that encompasses various versions and editions of the IDE, supporting multiple programming languages and technologies. Visual Studio.NET specifically refers to versions of Visual Studio that were designed to integrate with the.NET Framework, starting with the 2002 version. HISTORY & EVOLUTION OF VISUAL STUDIO HISTORY & EVOLUTION OF VISUAL STUDIO Introduced in 1997, Visual Studio has evolved significantly over the years, adding new features and supporting modern development practices. Major releases include Visual Studio 2010 (with major UI changes), Visual Studio 2015 (support for cross-platform development), and Visual Studio 2019 (enhanced productivity features).  HISTORY & EVOLUTION OF VISUAL STUDIO VISUAL STUDIO EDITIONS 1. Community ✓ A free version of Visual Studio, launched in 2014, similar to the Professional edition. ✓ It's suitable for individual developers to create free or paid apps but has limitations for enterprise use.  HISTORY & EVOLUTION OF VISUAL STUDIO VISUAL STUDIO EDITIONS 2. Professional ✓ A paid commercial edition of Visual Studio, available since 2010. ✓ It supports XML and XSLT editing, integrates with Microsoft SQL Server, and includes tools like Server Explorer. HISTORY & EVOLUTION OF VISUAL STUDIO VISUAL STUDIO EDITIONS 3. Enterprise ✓ A paid, comprehensive solution designed for teams of any size, meeting, high scalability and quality demands. ✓ This edition is ideal for delivering high-quality, scalable software. APPLICATIONS AND PLATFORMS SUPPORTED BY VISUAL STUDIO  APPLICATIONS AND PLATFORMS SUPPORTED BY VISUAL STUDIO DESKTOP APPLICATIONS Windows Forms: For creating traditional Windows desktop applications. WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation): For building more advanced and modern Windows desktop apps with rich user interfaces.  APPLICATIONS AND PLATFORMS SUPPORTED BY VISUAL STUDIO WEB APPLICATIONS ASP.NET: For developing web applications and services using.NET. ⚫ Blazor: For building interactive web Uls using C# instead of JavaScript. APPLICATIONS AND PLATFORMS SUPPORTED BY VISUAL STUDIO MOBILE APPLICATIONS Xamarin: For creating cross-platform mobile apps that run on iOS and Android using C# and.NET. MAUI (Multi-platform App UI): The evolution of Xamarin for building cross- platform applications with a single codebase. APPLICATIONS AND PLATFORMS SUPPORTED BY VISUAL STUDIO CLOUD APPLICATIONS Azure: Integration for developing and managing applications on Microsoft Azure, including cloud services and serverless functions. GAMES APPLICATIONS Unity: Support for game development using the Unity engine. Unreal Engine: Integration with Unreal Engine for C++ game development. APPLICATIONS AND PLATFORMS SUPPORTED BY VISUAL STUDIO CROSS-PLATFORM APPLICATIONS ⚫.NET Core and.NET 5/6+: For building cross-platform applications that run on Windows, macOS, and Linux. macdplications CONTAINERS Docker: For developing, and managing containerized applications. APPLICATIONS AND PLATFORMS SUPPORTED BY VISUAL STUDIO IoT (Internet of Things): Azure IoT: For creating applications that interact with loT devices and services. DATABASE DEVELOPMENT SQL Server: Tools for developing and managing SQL Server databases. KEY FEATURES OF VISUAL STUDIO KEY FEATURES OF VISUAL STUDIO INTELLIGENT CODE EDITING: Advanced code editor with IntelliSense for auto-completion and syntax suggestions, and refactoring tools for improving code quality. DEBUGGING TOOLS: Robust debugging capabilities with breakpoints, watch windows, and real-time code analysis to troubleshoot and resolve issues effectively. KEY FEATURES OF VISUAL STUDIO INTEGRATED VERSION CONTROL: Support for Git and other version control systems directly within the IDE for seamless code management and collaboration. DESIGNER TOOLS: Visual designers for building user interfaces for web, desktop, and mobile applications using drag-and-drop functionality. KEY FEATURES OF VISUAL STUDIO EXTENSIBILITY: A rich ecosystem of extensions and plugins to add functionality and customize the development environment according to specific needs. TESTING FRAMEWORKS: Built-in tools for unit testing, automated testing, and performance profiling to ensure code quality and reliability. KEY FEATURES OF VISUAL STUDIO CLOUD INTEGRATION: Seamless integration with cloud services, particularly Microsoft Azure, for deploying, managing, and scaling cloud-based applications. CROSS-PLATFORM DEVELOPMENT: Support for building applications across multiple platforms, including Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android. KEY FEATURES OF VISUAL STUDIO COLLABORATION FEATURES: Tools for team collaboration, including live share sessions for real-time code sharing and review. PROJECT TEMPLATES: A wide range of templates for various project types, including web, mobile, desktop, and cloud applications, to accelerate development. EXTENSIBILITY AND CUSTOMIZATION IN VISUAL STUDIO EXTENSIBILITY AND CUSTOMIZATION IN VISUAL STUDIO EXTENSIONS AND PLUGINS:  Visual Studio supports a vast ecosystem of extensions and plugins available through the Visual Studio Marketplace. Developers can add new features, integrate third-party tools, and tailor the IDE to their specific needs, enhancing productivity and workflow. EXTENSIBILITY AND  CUSTOMIZATION IN VISUAL STUDIO CUSTOMIZABLE IDE: The IDE allows extensive customization of its environment, including personalized themes, window layouts, and toolbars. Developers can adjust settings and configure the interface to match their preferences and optimize their development experience. 3x3-9 ? QUESTIONS?