Best ASP.NET Programming Books of 2025

The "Learn PowerShell in a Month of Lunches, Fourth Edition" is a comprehensive guide for busy IT professionals to learn PowerShell at their own pace. With 25 tutorials, readers can easily complete each chapter in under an hour. The book covers core language features and admin tasks, including managing cloud services and extending PowerShell with commands. The latest edition includes PowerShell's multi-platform expansion into Linux and macOS. The book is a must-read for those who want to automate their repetitive tasks and manage their systems using PowerShell.

This beginner-to-intermediate guide covers the essential concepts, applications and latest features of C# 11 and .NET 7. Readers will learn object-oriented programming, testing, debugging functions, and more. The book also covers building professional websites and services with ASP.NET Core 7 and Blazor. The author has avoided distractions with graphical user interfaces and instead, teaches the language constructs and .NET libraries through simple console applications. This is an excellent resource for programmers who want to enhance their skills and develop cross-platform projects.

This book is a practical guide to building interactive UIs with C# 11 and .NET 7 using Blazor. It covers the fundamentals of Blazor and explores the full capabilities of Blazor Server and Blazor WebAssembly. The book also includes a dedicated chapter demonstrating how to move components of an existing JavaScript or MVC-based website to Blazor or combine the two. Overall, this book is a great resource for developers looking to create production-ready Blazor applications and gain a big-picture view of the Blazor landscape.

The PowerShell Cookbook is an excellent guide for intermediate to advanced system administrators who want to use PowerShell to solve problems related to file management, web page retrieval, and more. With over 400 task-oriented recipes and more than 100 tried-and-tested scripts, the book covers the core features of PowerShell, including the command model, object-based pipeline, and ubiquitous scripting. The book also includes quick references to technologies used in conjunction with PowerShell, making it a comprehensive resource for Windows 10 and Windows Server 2019 users. Overall, the book is a must-have for every PowerShell user, thanks to its pragmatic problem-solving approach and perpetual, searchable, online access to the book at powershellcookbook.com.

Apps and Services with .NET 7 is a comprehensive guide for .NET developers who want to learn practical skills and knowledge to build real-world applications and services. The book covers a variety of technologies including Blazor, .NET MAUI, gRPC, GraphQL, and more, and includes specialized libraries to improve performance, security, and localization. Readers will learn how to build efficient, scalable, and cross-platform apps with .NET MAUI and integrate with native mobile features. This book is a must-read for any .NET developer looking to stay up-to-date with the latest developments and technologies.

The C# & C++: 5 Books in 1 is an all-in-one guide for beginners and advanced programmers. With step-by-step instructions, readers can learn both C# and C++ programming languages quickly and easily. The guide provides essential tools and strategies for complete beginners and advanced knowledge for those with more experience. Readers can learn the right skills for real applications with easy-to-understand examples and exercises. The book also covers advanced language features such as building class libraries, attribute-based programming, Windows presentation, and more. Overall, this book is a valuable resource for anyone looking to learn C# and C++ programming languages.

Learn PowerShell Scripting in a Month of Lunches is a comprehensive guide for developers and IT professionals who want to automate their Windows tasks. The book covers everything from designing functions and scripts, using the pipeline effectively, to organizing scripts into libraries. It also teaches how to access the .NET Framework, store data long term, and create user interfaces. The authors, Don Jones and Jeffery Hicks, are PowerShell MVPs, speakers, and trainers. Their book is an excellent resource for anyone looking to improve their PowerShell scripting skills.

Blazor WebAssembly by Example is a project-based guide that teaches readers how to build single-page web applications with Blazor. The book provides step-by-step instructions for each project, and each project includes a video example. Readers will learn how to work with Blazor WebAssembly without spending too much time on theory, with projects that cover Razor components, JavaScript interop, security, event handling, debugging, and more. By the end of the book, readers will have experience building a wide variety of single-page web applications. This book is a valuable resource for beginners and those who want to dip into specific topics.

This 2nd Edition of Murach’s ASP.NET Core MVC is an excellent resource for anyone looking to develop websites using the MVC pattern with ASP.NET Core. The book offers clear, beginner-friendly examples and easy-to-understand explanations that walk readers through crucial skills, best practices, and helpful tips. It is a must-read for web professionals and developers alike. The clear approach to teaching any subject by the author, Joel Murach, makes this book unique and a valuable addition to any developer's library.

The 5th edition of "ASP.NET Core 6 and Angular" is a comprehensive guide to building robust web applications using ASP.NET 6, Angular 13, and Entity Framework Core. The book covers advanced topics such as Minimal APIs, GraphQL, and SignalR. It also provides hands-on examples on how to handle data management, API documentation, end-to-end testing, security, and deployment. The book is suitable for both beginners and experienced developers who want to learn new technologies and best practices. Overall, it is a must-read for any full-stack ninja looking to create efficient and secure web applications.