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GUI Development and AI-Enhanced Programming

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GUI Development and AI-Enhanced Programming

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There are 4 modules in this course

In this module, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of the modern .NET ecosystem and learn to make informed architectural decisions for different types of applications. You'll explore the evolution from .NET Framework to modern .NET, understand the capabilities and appropriate use cases for various frameworks including ASP.NET Core, Blazor, and .NET MAUI, and develop the strategic thinking needed to select the right technology stack for specific project requirements. This knowledge is essential for professional developers who must navigate the diverse .NET landscape and make architectural decisions that align with business needs, performance requirements, and long-term maintainability. By the end of this module, you'll understand how different .NET frameworks solve different problems and be able to recommend appropriate technology choices for various application scenarios, setting the foundation for the GUI development and advanced programming techniques you'll master in subsequent modules.

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1 reading

In this module, you will transition from console application development to creating rich, interactive desktop applications using Windows Forms. You'll master the fundamental concepts of event-driven programming and learn to design user interfaces that are not only functional but also accessible to users with diverse needs and abilities. This module emphasizes professional UI/UX design principles, 508 compliance standards, and inclusive design practices that are essential in today's development landscape. You'll learn to integrate multimedia elements, implement proper accessibility features, and create applications that provide excellent user experiences across different user capabilities. By the end of this module, you'll be able to create professional desktop applications that meet industry accessibility standards while delivering engaging, intuitive user interfaces that showcase your mastery of GUI development principles.

What's included

4 readings

In this module, you will master the sophisticated event-driven programming techniques that power modern interactive applications. Building on your Windows Forms foundations, you'll learn to create highly responsive user interfaces that provide immediate feedback and dynamic content updates. You'll explore advanced GUI concepts including data binding for real-time synchronization between user interface and data sources, multi-form application architectures for complex business applications, and custom control development for specialized functionality. These skills are essential for creating enterprise-level desktop applications that handle complex user interactions, manage application state effectively, and provide the rich, interactive experiences users expect from professional software. By the end of this module, you'll be able to build sophisticated GUI applications with advanced interactivity, seamless data integration, and professional navigation patterns that rival commercial desktop software.

What's included

4 readings

In this module, you will master the cutting-edge practices of AI-enhanced software development that are transforming how professional developers work in today's technology landscape. Building on the solid foundation of C# programming, object-oriented design, and GUI development you've acquired, you'll learn to leverage artificial intelligence as a powerful partner throughout the complete development lifecycle. You'll discover how to use AI for complex application architecture decisions, generate comprehensive project documentation that meets professional standards, debug sophisticated GUI applications with AI assistance, and optimize code performance using machine learning insights. These skills represent the future of software development, where human creativity and AI capabilities combine to create better software faster and more reliably. By the end of this module, you'll be equipped with the advanced AI-assisted development workflows used by leading technology companies and development teams worldwide.

What's included

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