# 2. Install .NET Core SDK

### Install the latest stable NET 5 SDK release

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### Reload VSCode

Type Command/Control + Shift + P and execute the "Developer: Reload Window" command.

![Developer: Reload Window](/files/-MG0G27wa2NZN2V6v9W8)

### Build

Open the terminal in VSCode by typing Command/Control + J and type:

```
$ dotnet build
```


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