What is ASP.NET Core API and how do I get started?

What is ASP.NET Core API and how do I get started?

ASP.NET Core API is a framework for building web APIs using .NET Core. To get started, you can install the .NET SDK and create a new project using the command line.

What are the main features of ASP.NET Core?

Some key features include cross-platform support, built-in dependency injection, and a modular architecture.

Can you show me a simple example of an API endpoint?

Sure! Here's a simple example: you can create a 'GET' endpoint in a controller like this:

[HttpGet]
public IActionResult GetItems() {
    return Ok(new List<string> { "Item1", "Item2" });
}

How do I handle errors in ASP.NET Core API?

You can handle errors by using middleware to catch exceptions and return appropriate HTTP status codes and messages.