Summary  
This chapter covers how to create a basic C# console application, detailing the program’s structure with a Main method for printing output.  

General domain of usage  
Command-line utilities

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The steps for creating a new Console Application project are summarized below:
1. Open up your **Visual Studio**;
2. Click on "Create a new project";
3. Select the "Console App" template and click next;
4. Set a **Project Name** and click **Next**;
5. Set the .NET version to latest or **.NET 8**;
6. Make sure "Do not use top-level statements" is checked;
7. Click **Create**.


What is a C# console application, in simple terms? 

This course will give you a solid foundation to begin making applications using .NET in C#. Covering console applications, asynchronous programming, web services, database fundamentals, and ADO.NET CRUD operations, you'll gain practical skills. From creating apps and handling exceptions to optimizing database access, this course ensures a robust understanding of essential .NET development concepts.

This module will give you a solid foundation to begin making applications using .NET in C#. Covering console applications, asynchronous programming, web services, database fundamentals, and ADO.NET CRUD operations, you'll gain practical skills. From creating apps and handling exceptions to optimizing database access, this course ensures a robust understanding of essential .NET development concepts.

Creating a Console Application