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  1. Upgrading .NET dependencies: Essential dotnet CLI commands

    Need to update your .NET packages? Here are the key commands you’ll need:

    Check for Updates:

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    dotnet list package --outdated

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    Update Packages:

    Single package (latest version):

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    dotnet add package PackageName

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    Specific version:

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    dotnet add package PackageName --version 1.2.3

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    Bulk updates:

    While there’s no built-in command to update everything, you can use dotnet-outdated:

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    dotnet tool install --global dotnet-outdated-tool
dotnet outdated -u  # Updates all packages

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    Pro tip: Always backup, and test after upgrading. Add --prerelease if you need preview versions.

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