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David Hall

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Starting over
« on: April 25, 2023, 09:42:22 AM »
Long story short, I have not used .Net for anything in years.  That being said, what are some good references to get my feet wet again?  I prefer C# over VB.Net, but I am open to whatever is the new thing.
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Re: Starting over
« Reply #1 on: April 25, 2023, 10:22:19 AM »
I have started the Autodesk C# tutorial a few times and my time has never allowed me to get through the entire tutorial but it seemed "okay". The tutorial is written for people that dont have any programming experience so if you can get past that part, you should be good. I'd start with that.
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Re: Starting over
« Reply #2 on: April 25, 2023, 11:53:24 AM »
Thanks John.  I assume it is on the Autodesk website?
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Re: Starting over
« Reply #3 on: April 25, 2023, 01:04:24 PM »
I believe this is what John was referring to:
http://www.autodesk.com/myfirstautocadplugin
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Re: Starting over
« Reply #4 on: April 25, 2023, 01:38:41 PM »
yes, that's it. Thanks, Jeff
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Re: Starting over
« Reply #5 on: April 25, 2023, 01:49:04 PM »
Hi,

I would not recommend starting with the "My First AutoCAD Plugin" tutorial.
This tutorial requires the use of "AutoCAD .NET Wizard" which is not always compatible with the versions of Visual Studio and AutoCAD used, while in my opinion it would be better to learn how to create a project for an AutoCAD plugin from scratch.
Moreover, this plugin is essentially based on Overrule, one of the most complex APIs in AutoCAD .NET.
I would advise to start with "AutoCAD.NET Training Labs" (on this page) and only tackle "My First AutoCAD Plugin" once you have the basics.

EDIT: I had forgotten, in addition, "My First Plugin" is written in VB :(
« Last Edit: April 25, 2023, 02:22:43 PM by gile »
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Re: Starting over
« Reply #6 on: April 25, 2023, 03:05:54 PM »
This is a good book to start with:
https://a.co/d/ieexjxN
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Re: Starting over
« Reply #7 on: April 26, 2023, 09:34:11 AM »
Thanks guys!  I downloaded the training, and will start back into this soon
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Re: Starting over
« Reply #8 on: April 26, 2023, 08:11:31 PM »
Quote from: gile on April 25, 2023, 01:49:04 PM
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Moreover, this plugin is essentially based on Overrule, one of the most complex APIs in AutoCAD .NET.
I would advise to start with "AutoCAD.NET Training Labs" (on this page) and only tackle "My First AutoCAD Plugin" once you have the basics.

EDIT: I had forgotten, in addition, "My First Plugin" is written in VB :(

I agree with your recommended proposed start point Gilles.

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As a side comment.
I believe these resources should also be available targeting C#.
This would meet the needs of developers who are familiar/conversant with that language. It would also be beneficial to beginners as C# knowledge will put them in a better position to gain employment and peer support.

Regards,
Kerry Brown

Perhaps similar requests from anyone who sees the need would achieve a more balanced learning situation.

Regards,
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Re: Starting over
« Reply #9 on: April 26, 2023, 08:14:15 PM »
Quote from: David Hall on April 25, 2023, 09:42:22 AM
Long story short, I have not used .Net for anything in years.  That being said, what are some good references to get my feet wet again?  I prefer C# over VB.Net, but I am open to whatever is the new thing.

Good to see you back in the trenches 'CmdrDuh
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Re: Starting over
« Reply #10 on: April 27, 2023, 08:19:36 AM »
Thanks Kerry

I have to say I have missed being here and gleaming information from you guys.  You have taught me so much over the years.
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Re: Starting over
« Reply #11 on: April 27, 2023, 08:19:24 PM »
I pretty much start over every morning. just sayin  :lmao:
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Re: Starting over
« Reply #12 on: April 27, 2023, 08:42:27 PM »
Quote from: Beavis on April 27, 2023, 08:19:24 PM
I pretty much start over every morning. just sayin  :lmao:

After you hit 74 you seem to lose braincells every time you pee, so I need to start over too.  :|
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