What is Kestrel and application servers
In this video, we explore Kestrel and application servers in ASP.NET Core.
You’ll learn what Kestrel is, why ASP.NET Core uses it, and how it handles HTTP requests inside an ASP.NET Core application. I also explain how Kestrel works with application code and where reverse proxy servers like IIS, Nginx, or Apache fit in.
🔍 What you’ll learn in this video:
What is Kestrel in ASP.NET Core?
How Kestrel works internally
How HTTP requests flow from Client → Kestrel → App Code
Kestrel vs Application Servers
Using Kestrel with a reverse proxy
A simple example of Kestrel in an ASP.NET Core project
This video is perfect for beginners who want to clearly understand ASP.NET Core hosting, request flow, and real-world deployment concepts.
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