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A longtime Microsoft specialist and trainer, this bestselling tech author is known for making C# and.NET approachable for working developers. His books focus on practical, cross-platform programming skills that readers can apply right away.

by Mark Price
With more than 20 years of experience in programming and education, Mark J. Price has built a reputation for explaining complex Microsoft technologies in a clear, useful way. He is a Microsoft Specialist in Programming in C# and Architecting Microsoft Azure Solutions, and his published work centers on helping developers learn by building real applications.
He has written a long-running series of books on C# and.NET for Packt, including updated editions that track the platform as it evolves. His background also includes writing official courseware for Microsoft, which helps explain the structured, hands-on style readers often notice in his books.
Beyond publishing, he shares code and learning resources through his public GitHub presence. Overall, his work is especially well suited to readers who want practical guidance, modern examples, and a teacherly voice that stays focused on getting things done.