A Comparison and Contrast of C# and Java

Unlike Java, C# can be used with ASP. The same syntax and class definitions can be used in stand-alone programs.

.NET and Forms

With the introduction of .Net, Microsoft has introduced the concept of Forms. A Form is a container to hold user interface controls. In Visual C++, this could be associated to a dialog box. If you're familiar with Visual Basic or Microsoft Access, this concept is not new. Forms are now introduced in Visual Studio 7.0, better known as Visual Studio.Net.

Because Java is platform independent, it relies on basic graphic user interfaces. Although a class library called "Swing" was developed to compete with Windows controls, writing GUI interfaces in Java can be long and tedious. Not exactly ideal for Rapid Application Development type work, an area where Visual Basic excels.

If you're thinking of becoming a C# expert, or simply want to add C# on your resume, make sure that you include the latest C# Language Specification in your personal library. The specification can be downloaded free from Microsoft.
 

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