How can I use Serilog for logging in my C# application?

How can I use Serilog for logging in my C# application?

To use Serilog in your C# application, first install the Serilog NuGet package. You can do this via the Package Manager Console with the command: Install-Package Serilog.

What are the basic configurations I need to set up?

You need to configure the logger in your Main method. For example:

Log.Logger = new LoggerConfiguration()
    .WriteTo.Console()
    .CreateLogger();

Can I log to a file as well?

Yes, you can log to a file by adding the Serilog.Sinks.File package and configuring it like this:

.WriteTo.File("logs/myapp.txt")

How do I log messages in my application?

You can log messages using methods like Log.Information(), Log.Warning(), or Log.Error(). For example:

Log.Information("This is an info message");