Ultimate ASP.NET 5 Web API Development Guide - Create ASP.NET Core API Project with Visual Studio Code

The video tutorial demonstrates how to use Visual Studio Code as a lightweight alternative to Visual Studio for creating and managing projects. It covers the installation and verification of the .NET SDK, creating a new project using command-line commands, navigating directories, and finalizing the project setup. The tutorial emphasizes that Visual Studio Code can accomplish most tasks typically done in Visual Studio, offering a command-driven approach with a similar file structure.

What is a key advantage of using Visual Studio Code over Visual Studio?

• It requires more system resources.

• It only works on Mac.

• It is a lightweight alternative.

• It is more expensive.

What command is used to verify the installation of the .NET SDK?

• dotnet check

• net verify

• net info

• sdk list

Which command is used to create a new directory in the terminal?

• ls

• cd

• dir

• mkdir

What is the command to create a new Web API project in Visual Studio Code?

• net new classlib

• net new mvc

• net new console

• net new webapi

What is the main difference between creating projects in Visual Studio and Visual Studio Code?

• Visual Studio Code is more command-driven.

• Visual Studio Code has a better user interface.

• Visual Studio Code requires a subscription.

• Visual Studio Code is only for web projects.