What is C Sharp or C#?

C# or C-Sharp and not C-hash tag, is a popular programming language invented by Microsoft for the first time. It works on .NET programming language and has immense significance for the developers and programmers. 

C# has come from the programming language C. Many of its characteristics resemble C++. It was launched for the first time in 2002, but relevant versions were released every year. C# 8 is the latest version of C-sharp launched in 2019. 

The Utility of C# Programming Language:

• For developing web-based apps.
• For creating new mobile apps.
• The effective management of web services and online interfaces.
• Playing live video games.
• For integrating VR/AR into a PC.
• Managing database and data apps. 

Characteristics of C#:

• Enjoys high popularity
• Quite simple and easy in relative to other programming languages
• C# has a lot of loyal community members who help newbies to learn it

 C# Pros and Cons:

Advantages of C Sharp: 

• Helps in the effective management of the system.
• It comes with the benefit of memory backup, in case of accidental deletion of any data.  
• Relatively cheap to maintain it. 

Disadvantages of C# or C Sharp: 

• It is rigid and lacks the flexibility required for .Net.
• It doesn’t offer superfast speed.

Conclusion:

It’s clear that C# has far more merits and advantages for programmers on .NET framework than its demerits. For this very reason, most programmers love to use C# in their programming-related needs. 

It is one of the most prominently-used software languages, which is highly essential for developing mobile app, desktop apps, and gaming software. The software giant Microsoft uses it excessively for almost all its programming purposes.