If you want to create project with both MVC and API controllers then I would suggest to go with ASP.NET Core Web Application template and add require dependencies.

Jun 21, 2018 · ASP.NET Core WebAPI is specifically designed for building REST-ful services. ASP.NET Core Application is used to create web applications that returns both views and data …

Apr 2, 2024 · *ASP.NET Core Web API* It is Specifically designed for building RESTful services. Functionality: Focuses on providing data through APIs without rendering views. It is Ideal for …

Oct 30, 2017 · In Visual Studio I have a choice of creating an ASP.NET Core (2) and ASP.NET application. I understand the differences between the core and non-core frameworks, but it …

For help with choosing between minimal APIs and controller-based APIs, see APIs overview. For a tutorial on creating a minimal API, see Tutorial: Create a minimal API with ASP.NET Core. …

Aug 28, 2023 · In summary, the ASP.NET API and the .NET CORE API both are used to build APIs, but they differ significantly in terms of platform compatibility, performance, modularity, …

Mar 6, 2023 · Most traditional .NET applications are deployed as single units corresponding to an executable or a single web application running within a single IIS appdomain. This approach is …

Mar 21, 2025 · ASP.NET Web API has been around for a while, serving as a robust framework for building HTTP services. On the other hand, ASP.NET Core is the shiny new kid on the block, …

Nov 1, 2024 · In this article, we will discuss the difference between RESTful APIs and Web APIs using the ASP.NET Core framework. We’ll begin by explaining what exactly an API is. Then, …

Jun 24, 2023 · Performance: ASP.NET Core is generally faster than ASP.NET Web API, due in part to its lightweight architecture. Middleware pipeline: ASP.NET Core uses a middleware …