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Class Library in DotNet

A Class Library in .NET is a collection of reusable components compiled into a DLL file, promoting code reusability and modular design. Key features include encapsulation, modular development, and versioning, allowing for easier updates without altering main application code. To create and use a Class Library, developers can follow specific steps in Visual Studio to write and reference their classes across multiple projects.

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Class Library in DotNet

A Class Library in .NET is a collection of reusable components compiled into a DLL file, promoting code reusability and modular design. Key features include encapsulation, modular development, and versioning, allowing for easier updates without altering main application code. To create and use a Class Library, developers can follow specific steps in Visual Studio to write and reference their classes across multiple projects.

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Class Library in .

NET

Overview

A Class Library in .NET is a collection of reusable classes, interfaces, and functions that are compiled into a

Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. These libraries can be referenced and used in multiple applications,

promoting code reusability and modular design.

Key Features of a Class Library:

1. Code Reusability: Write once, use in many projects.

2. Encapsulation: Hides implementation details and exposes only necessary functionalities.

3. Modular Development: Breaks large projects into smaller, manageable units.

4. Versioning: You can update libraries without changing the main application code.

Creating a Class Library in .NET:

1. Open Visual Studio.

2. Go to File > New > Project.

3. Select Class Library (.NET Framework) or Class Library (.NET Core).

4. Name your project and click Create.

5. Write your classes/methods inside the generated Class1.cs file or add new classes.

Example:

public class Calculator

public int Add(int a, int b)

return a + b;
Class Library in .NET

Using a Class Library:

1. In another project, right-click on References > Add Reference.

2. Browse and select the DLL file of your class library.

3. Use the 'using' directive to import the namespace.

Example:

using MyLibrary;

Calculator calc = new Calculator();

int result = calc.Add(10, 20);

Real-Life Example:

Imagine you create a library for database operations. Instead of writing database connection code in every

app, you just use the class library where it's already implemented.

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