module 3-exercise-create-web-api cannot build

John Campbell 5

Hi,

I am following https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/modules/build-web-api-aspnet-core/3-exercise-create-web-api and the OOB installed code will not build. Just hangs the terminal

I haven't learnt how to debug things like that yet.

Where can I start ?

AmaranS 2,445 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor

2024-04-22T00:52:42.3866667+00:00

Hi John Campbell,

Thank you for reaching out to us on the Microsoft Q&A forum.

We will investigate the issue and provide you with an update shortly.
Bruce (SqlWork.com) 56,686 Reputation points

2024-04-22T16:00:48.7966667+00:00
it sound like you did not fully read the tutorial. when you

>dotnet run

this build and runs the application which is a webserver. to stop the app, type ^c. One of the import messages is the port number the app is listening on:

dotnet run Building... info: Microsoft.Hosting.Lifetime[14] Now listening on: http://localhost:5127 info: Microsoft.Hosting.Lifetime[0] Application started. Press Ctrl+C to shut down.

in my case 5127. then open a browser you type the url:

http://localhost:5127

in your case use the port listed.

1 answer

Pradeep M 400 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor

2024-04-22T01:56:09.23+00:00
Hi John Campbell,

Thank you for reaching out to Microsoft Q & A forum.

I have finished the tutorial exercise on Creating a Web API Project and I found the instructions straightforward and easy to follow. Following them, I managed to set up a new API application, and everything seems to be functioning smoothly. I've attached a screenshot for your reference.

1.Create the web API project:

2.Build and test the web API:

Open a web browser and go to:

You should see JSON output similar to this example:

5.explore with .http files:

I appreciate your patience and understanding.

If you encounter any future issues, please feel free to contact us, and we will be pleased to assist you further.

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John Campbell 5 Reputation points

2024-04-22T07:05:58.6466667+00:00

Pradeep,

Did you even read the issue? This is a Microsoft tutorial which downloads code that does not work as per the instructions. There are no error messages and the rest of your post implies a level of detail that cannot be expected of a student undertaking this training in the first place.
I have been 50 years in this industry and what you say is not incorrect - just completely in a foreign language to somebody trying to learn.

I say again - this is NOT my code - if the baseline of a tutorial doesn't work I am not going learn anything am I

JC

Pradeep M 400 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor

2024-04-25T14:25:15.44+00:00

Hi John Campbell,

I want to extend my sincerest apologies for providing you with incorrect information earlier. I understand how frustrating and inconvenient it must have been for you. Please know that this was not intentional, and I take full responsibility for the error.

I have updated my response to ensure accuracy and provide you with the correct information.

Thank you for your understanding.
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