Advanced ASP.NET Core MVC, Deployment & User Management

Strengthen your expertise in ASP.NET Core MVC with this advanced course on security, user management, and application deployment. Designed for developers with a foundational understanding of ASP.NET Core, you’ll learn how to implement robust authorization systems, streamline user access, and take your applications from development to deployment in the cloud. You’ll begin by exploring advanced authorization concepts, learning how to control user access with precision and implement secure login systems — including Facebook social login. You’ll also dive into session management, troubleshooting common bugs and ensuring smooth, reliable handling of authentication and session-based data. From there, the course moves into application deployment, guiding you step by step through initializing and seeding databases, setting up SendGrid for email integration, and deploying projects to Azure. You’ll also learn how to use Visual Studio for deployment, simplifying the process and ensuring error-free launches. The final section focuses on user management and content handling, including creating scalable systems for managing user roles and working with product images in real-world applications. By the end of this 3-module course, you will have: - Implemented advanced security and authorization mechanisms in ASP.NET Core MVC. - Mastered session management and user authentication for smooth user experiences. - Deployed applications to Azure with database integration and email functionality. - Gained practical skills in managing user roles and handling application content. This course is perfect for developers with foundational ASP.NET Core knowledge who want to enhance their skills in user management, security, and deployment. Whether you’re building a complex enterprise system or launching a new application, you’ll gain both the technical depth and hands-on practice to deliver professional-quality web applications. Updated in May 2025. This course now features Coursera Coach — your interactive learning companion that helps you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress.