Minimal API Development with ASP.NET Core
Ends soon! Keep adding new skills with 10,000+ programs for $239 (usually $399). Save now.
Minimal API Development with ASP.NET Core
Included with
Learn more
Recommended experience
Recommended experience
What you'll learn
Recall the purpose and benefits of using Swagger for documenting APIs
Utilize AutoMapper to create and manage Data Transfer Objects (DTOs)
Distinguish between different methods of implementing fluent validations in .NET applications
Design and implement comprehensive HTTP endpoint filters to enhance the functionality and security of Minimal APIs
Skills you'll gain
Details to know
9 assignments
See how employees at top companies are mastering in-demand skills
There are 8 modules in this course
Updated in May 2025.
This course now features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. This course teaches web developers to design and maintain APIs, extending software accessibility globally. - Gain expertise in creating workflows in .NET 6 and .NET 7, build an ASP.NET Core API project with Visual Studio, and master creating a data-driven REST web API using cutting-edge technology. - Test and troubleshoot with Postman and Swagger, create databases with Entity Framework Core, explore generic repository patterns, and set up API documentation with SwaggerUI. - Learn REST design principles, set up Identity Core for user authentication and authorization, and implement JWT and Refresh Tokens Endpoint. - Understand Data Transfer Objects (DTOs), AutoMapper, and HTTP request filters. By the end, you'll apply your skills in Minimal API with ASP.NET Core. - Use Swagger for API documentation, construct .NET Minimal API endpoints, use AutoMapper and DTOs, understand fluent validations, learn Dependency Injection, and grasp HTTP endpoint filters. Ideal for .NET Developers curious about Minimal APIs, this beginner-friendly course requires Object-Oriented Programming knowledge and three months of C# programming experience
In this module, we will introduce the course objectives and the need to learn .NET Minimal APIs. You will also gain an understanding of fundamental principles related to REST API development.
What's included
2 videos1 reading1 assignment
2 videosβ’Total 13 minutes
- Introductionβ’2 minutes
- HTTP API Principlesβ’10 minutes
1 readingβ’Total 10 minutes
- Full Course Resourcesβ’10 minutes
1 assignmentβ’Total 15 minutes
- Introduction - Assessmentβ’15 minutes
In this module, we will guide you through the installation of Visual Studio 2022, .NET 7.0, and Postman. You will also learn how to set up a GitHub account to store and manage your source code.
What's included
4 videos1 assignment
4 videosβ’Total 10 minutes
- Install Visual Studio 2022 Community Editionβ’2 minutes
- Install .NET 7.0β’1 minute
- Set Up GitHub Accountβ’1 minute
- Install and Explore Postmanβ’5 minutes
1 assignmentβ’Total 15 minutes
- Environment Configuration - Assessmentβ’15 minutes
In this module, we will cover the process of integrating Entity Framework into your project. You will learn to create data models, set up database migrations, seed data, and update your project on GitHub.
What's included
6 videos1 assignment
6 videosβ’Total 61 minutes
- Section Overviewβ’1 minute
- Create Data Modelsβ’14 minutes
- Add Entity Frameworkβ’18 minutes
- Create Database Migrationβ’13 minutes
- Add Default Dataβ’13 minutes
- Review and Update GitHubβ’1 minute
1 assignmentβ’Total 15 minutes
- Add Entity Framework - Assessmentβ’15 minutes
In this module, we will walk you through creating an ASP.NET Core API project with Visual Studio. You'll learn about Minimal APIs, how to configure CORS, and update your project on GitHub.
What's included
4 videos1 assignment
4 videosβ’Total 23 minutes
- Create ASP.NET Core API Project with Visual Studioβ’5 minutes
- Tour Projectβ’9 minutes
- Configure CORSβ’6 minutes
- Review and Update GitHubβ’3 minutes
1 assignmentβ’Total 15 minutes
- Create ASP.NET Core API Project with Visual Studio - Assessmentβ’15 minutes
In this module, we will explore how to create and manage API endpoints. You will learn to create CRUD operations, set up DataContext, scaffold endpoints, use DTOs and AutoMapper, and update your project on GitHub.
What's included
12 videos1 assignment
12 videosβ’Total 154 minutes
- Section Overviewβ’1 minute
- Create CRUD Endpointsβ’25 minutes
- Set Up DataContext Build Configurationβ’5 minutes
- Scaffold Endpointsβ’13 minutes
- Add Data Transfer Objectsβ’10 minutes
- Add AutoMapperβ’10 minutes
- Refactor Endpoints with DTOsβ’12 minutes
- Add Generic Repository - Part 1β’20 minutes
- Add Generic Repository - Part 2β’21 minutes
- Refactor Endpoints with Repositoryβ’12 minutes
- Additional Endpointsβ’21 minutes
- Review and Update GitHubβ’4 minutes
1 assignmentβ’Total 15 minutes
- Create API Endpoints - Assessmentβ’15 minutes
In this module, we will focus on securing your API. You will learn about different authentication methods, extend user classes, set up identity, create login and register endpoints, configure JWT, and protect your API endpoints.
What's included
11 videos1 assignment
11 videosβ’Total 123 minutes
- Section Overviewβ’1 minute
- Methods of API Authenticationβ’6 minutes
- Extend User Classβ’8 minutes
- Add Identity and Seed Usersβ’13 minutes
- Add Login Endpointβ’13 minutes
- Configure JWT Authenticationβ’11 minutes
- Add JWT to Login Responseβ’26 minutes
- Add Register Endpointβ’16 minutes
- Protecting Endpoints - Part 1β’15 minutes
- Protecting Endpoints - Part 2β’8 minutes
- Review and Update GitHubβ’6 minutes
1 assignmentβ’Total 15 minutes
- Securing a Minimal API - Assessmentβ’15 minutes
In this module, we will introduce value-added features to enhance your API. You will learn to implement validations, handle file uploads, and add HTTP request filters to improve your API's functionality.
What's included
3 videos1 assignment
3 videosβ’Total 68 minutes
- Add Validations - Fluent Validationβ’28 minutes
- Handle File Uploadsβ’19 minutes
- Add HTTP Request Filters (.NET 7)β’21 minutes
1 assignmentβ’Total 15 minutes
- Value-Added Features - Assessmentβ’15 minutes
In this module, we will wrap up the course by summarizing what you have learned and discussing the key takeaways and next steps in your journey with .NET Minimal APIs.
What's included
1 video2 assignments
1 videoβ’Total 1 minute
- Conclusionβ’1 minute
2 assignmentsβ’Total 75 minutes
- Full Courses Practice Assessmentβ’15 minutes
- Final Course Assessmentβ’60 minutes
Instructor
Offered by
Explore more from Software Development
Course
Category: Credit offeredCourse
Category: Credit offeredCourse
Category: Credit offeredCourse
Category: Credit offered
Why people choose Coursera for their career
Frequently asked questions
Yes, you can preview the first video and view the syllabus before you enroll. You must purchase the course to access content not included in the preview.
If you decide to enroll in the course before the session start date, you will have access to all of the lecture videos and readings for the course. Youβll be able to submit assignments once the session starts.
Once you enroll and your session begins, you will have access to all videos and other resources, including reading items and the course discussion forum. Youβll be able to view and submit practice assessments, and complete required graded assignments to earn a grade and a Course Certificate.
More questions
Financial aid available,
