dotnet-core-expert

Standardizes building .NET 8 apps with minimal APIs and clean architecture.

Updated Feb 11, 2026
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Skill: dotnet-core-expert
Source: https://github.com/lamb92009/claude-skills/tree/main/dotnet-core-expert
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/lamb92009/claude-skills --skill dotnet-core-expert-lamb92009

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Standardizes building robust .NET 8 applications using minimal APIs, clean architecture, and cloud-native patterns.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Minimal API scaffolding: Provides a reference implementation and best practices for small, fast .NET 8 services.
  • Clean architecture enforcement: Guides layering, DI, and testability for enterprise-grade apps.
  • Security & deployment: Covers JWT authentication, CQRS with MediatR, and cloud-native deployment considerations.

Quick Start

Create a minimal .NET 8 API project following the skill's recommended patterns to observe end-to-end architecture in action.

Frequently Asked Questions about dotnet-core-expert

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I structure a .NET 8 minimal API with clean architecture?

To structure a .NET 8 minimal API with clean architecture, use layering, dependency injection, and DTOs to separate business logic from endpoints. This enforces testability and strictly follows .NET 8 conventions across microservices.

What is the best way to implement CQRS with MediatR in .NET 8?

Implementing CQRS with MediatR in .NET 8 involves separating command and query handlers through dependency injection. This pattern standardizes robust application building by isolating read and write operations within a clean architecture.

Does .NET 8 minimal API support JWT authentication and OpenAPI documentation?

Yes, .NET 8 minimal API supports JWT authentication and OpenAPI/Swagger documentation. The framework integrates these security and deployment features natively to build secure, cloud-native web services.

How do I set up Entity Framework Core in a clean architecture .NET 8 project?

Set up Entity Framework Core in a clean architecture .NET 8 project by configuring it via dependency injection within the infrastructure layer. This maintains strict separation of concerns while enabling robust data access.

Can I use ahead-of-time compilation with .NET 8 minimal APIs and C# 12?

Yes, you can use ahead-of-time (AOT) compilation with .NET 8 minimal APIs and C# 12. This cloud-native pattern improves deployment performance while adhering to strict nullable reference types and conventions.

How does dependency injection work in .NET 8 minimal APIs for enterprise apps?

Dependency injection in .NET 8 minimal APIs registers services across distinct architectural layers to enforce testability. It wires up handlers, Entity Framework Core contexts, and JWT authentication securely.