Developing and deploying .NET services on Mac has become possible, either through advanced text editors like Sublime Text or through Visual Studio Code, Microsoft's cross-platform IDE utilizing OmniSharp for IntelliSense and Git integration.
The setup for .NET development on Mac involves installing SQL Server via Docker, the .NET Core SDK, and Visual Studio Code. Docker simplifies SQL Server installation, while .NET Core SDK can be easily installed by downloading and running the SDK installer. Visual Studio Code, with Git integration, provides a convenient development environment.
Additional tools and configurations for .NET development on Mac include keyboard remapping using Karabiner-Elements, Better Snap Tool for screen split view, and PowerShell Core for cross-platform PowerShell scripting. Azure CLI and Azurite aid in managing Azure services, while Azure Storage Explorer assists in navigating local and cloud storage services.
Docker for Mac enables running dockerized containers natively, and GitKraken offers a GUI for Git. IDE options include Visual Studio for Mac and Visual Studio Code, both suitable for .NET application development.
Postman remains popular for API development and testing, while Snag It and Camtasia assist with screenshots and screen recording, respectively. Grammarly aids in writing technical documents by analyzing sentences for grammatical errors.
In summary, setting up a .NET development environment on Mac is feasible with various tools and configurations, enhancing the development experience. For .NET development needs, inquiries can be directed to info@oditeksolutions.com.