C# Blog Series 1: Getting Started with Your First C# Program

Introduction

C# is a powerful, object-oriented programming language developed by Microsoft, widely used for developing desktop, web, and mobile applications. In this guide, we’ll walk through creating and executing a basic C# program with an interactive twist.

Learn C# the Interactive Way! 🚀 Code, Collect Input, and Tell Stories with Console Applications.

Your First C# Program

Traditionally, the first program beginners write is “Hello World.” However, let’s make it more engaging by creating a personalized greeting program.

Code Example: A Personalized Greeting

using System;
class GreetingApp
{
    static void Main()
    {
        Console.Write("Enter your name: ");
        string userName = Console.ReadLine();
        Console.Write("Enter your favorite programming language: ");
        string favoriteLanguage = Console.ReadLine();
        Console.WriteLine("\\nHello, " + userName + "! You love " + favoriteLanguage + ", that's awesome!");
    }
}

Explanation of Code:

1. Using System; → This imports basic functions, including Console.ReadLine() and Console.WriteLine().
2. Console.Write() → Displays a prompt to take user input on the same line.
3. Console.ReadLine() → Captures input from…