How to create a service in .NET Core, and how to use it?
How to create a service in .NET Core, and how to use it?
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Creating a service in .NET Core (now commonly referred to as .NET) typically means building a reusable class and registering it with the built-in Dependency Injection (DI) system.
Here’s a clean, practical way to do it:
1. Create a Service Interface
Define a contract for your service.
2. Implement the Service
Create a class that implements the interface.
3. Register the Service in DI Container
In Program.cs (for .NET 6+):
Service Lifetimes:
AddTransient→ New instance every timeAddScoped→ One per requestAddSingleton→ Single instance for entire app4. Use the Service in Controller
5. (Optional) Use in Minimal API
Key Concept
This uses Dependency Injection, which is a core concept in ASP.NET Core. It helps:
Pro Tips (Production Level)
Since you're working on large-scale systems:
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