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Modern .NET NuGet Packaging with Scott Harden

Dec 20, 2024
Scott Harden, a neuroscientist and dentist turned tech expert, dives into the world of NuGet packaging. He explains the fundamentals of creating packages and introduces tools like NuGet Package Explorer. Scott shares his unique career transition, emphasizing the value of NuGet packages in .NET development. The conversation also highlights debugging best practices with SNUPKG files and the design impact of adding icons to packages. Lastly, he advocates for open-source contributions, urging listeners to engage with the tech community.
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ADVICE

Safe DLL Handling

  • Avoid downloading DLLs directly from the internet.
  • Use NuGet packages for better security and dependency management.
INSIGHT

NuGet Security

  • NuGet packages, while convenient, are essentially zipped DLLs.
  • This raises security concerns similar to downloading raw DLLs, requiring caution.
ADVICE

Sharing Code

  • Create NuGet packages to easily share your code.
  • It's simpler than sharing repositories and improves code consumption.
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