>, but I don't think it's a good starting point. I think I need to get familiar with more basic stuff before considering other tools.
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>Yes!
>I started out looking at a framework and wasted a lot of time before getting down to learning the basics of C# and ADO.NET.
>Once you've learned the basics of the language, you'll be able to decide on what framework, if any, makes sense for you.
>In many cases, that choice has been pre-selected by the employer or the client.

Exactly. If I get the job I applied for, I will be surprised if they let me choose my own tools.