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Prince of Programming

Beginner's Guide
By A C Thomas
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Master the basics of programming with C# Prince of Programming teaches real C# programming and core development concepts through engaging, game-themed, story-based examples inspired by classic 1980s adventure platformers. It is designed as a clear and practical guide for anyone who wants to learn C# programming... Read More
Format: Hardback
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Master the basics of programming with C#.

Clear explanations, practical exercises, zero assumptions. Learn to think like a programmer.

https: //princeofprogramming.com

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Master the basics of programming with C#

Prince of Programming teaches real C# programming and core development concepts through engaging, game-themed, story-based examples inspired by classic 1980s adventure platformers. It is designed as a clear and practical guide for anyone who wants to learn C# programming from the ground up.

At the end of every chapter, follow the Prince's journey as he solves challenges using the same programming concepts you just learned.

Ideal for anyone who wants to learn C# the right way from the start.

What Makes This Book Different?

  • No information overload. You learn what matters, when it matters.
  • Game-themed story-based examples that don't bore you.
  • Examples include comments and expected output, no computer required.
  • Progressive learning. Each chapter builds on the last.
  • Practical exercises with sample solutions included.

What You'll Learn

  • Getting started with Visual Studio 2026 and .NET 10
  • Code structure, naming conventions, and writing clean code
  • Collections, Variables, data types, and information storage
  • Loops, Logic and decision-making
  • Methods, functions and Exception handling
  • Object-oriented programming with classes and inheritance
  • Events, delegates and Async programming
  • Core programming principles (DRY, KISS, YAGNI)

You will also learn how to think like a programmer by breaking down problems, debugging systematically, and building solutions that work.

Who This Book Is For

  • Complete beginners who've never written code
  • Self-taught or intermediate programmers missing foundational gaps
  • Anyone frustrated with tutorials that skip important steps
  • Learners wanting clear explanations without complexity

You do not need advanced math skills or an expensive computer. Just curiosity and determination.

Learn the Right Way from the Start

This book uses console-based examples to focus on pure programming logic. Once you master these fundamentals, you can apply them to anything including games, web apps, mobile apps, automation tools, and more.

Bonus chapters include graphics programming, asynchronous programming, and LINQ.

Appendices include debugging techniques and guidance for continuing your programming journey.

Visit princeofprogramming.com for code examples and additional resources.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781067456313

Publisher: Rational Forge

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 14 March 2026

Imprint: Rational Forge

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 27.0mm

Width: 191.0mm

Height: 235.0mm

Weight: 1048g

Pages: 490

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A C Thomas Computing & Technology Education & Reference Non-Fiction

About the Author

A.C. Thomas brings nearly 30 years of professional software development to his writing, with experience spanning front-end and back-end systems, web applications, SaaS platforms, microservices architectures, and numerous programming languages.For 20 years, he has worked in leadership roles, not just writing code but mentoring developers, designing system architectures, and guiding teams through complex technical challenges. More than just building software, he has shaped the careers of countless developers through patient mentorship and clear guidance.His approach combines technical excellence with genuine teaching ability, breaking down complex topics into insights that stick. When he writes, readers gain access to practical wisdom that can only come from someone who's spent decades mastering the craft and helping others do the same.

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