The NuGet Publishing Puzzle
Tags: dotnet, csharp, beginners
Published: 2023-11-24 19:45:09

### Navigating the Challenges with Learn2Blog

Hello again, readers! Today, I want to share a recent experience that illustrates the complexities and unexpected hurdles in software development. Specifically, my journey in attempting to publish my project, [Learn2Blog](https://github.com/Yousef-Majidi/Learn2Blog), to NuGet.

#### Preparing for NuGet Publication
After weeks of diligent development on Learn2Blog, I reached a point where I was ready to publish it on NuGet. For those unfamiliar, NuGet is a package manager for the Microsoft development platform, and publishing a project on it involves creating a `.nupkg` file – a packaged version of your project.

#### Adhering to the NuGet Documentation
To ensure a smooth process, I turned to Microsoft's [Package creation workflow](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/nuget/create-packages/overview-and-workflow) in the NuGet Documentation. This section meticulously outlines the necessary steps for packaging a project. The subsequent step involves creating an account on [NuGet](https://www.nuget.org/users/account/LogOn) and uploading the `.nupkg` file.

#### Facing the Unexpected
Confidently, I followed the instructions, ensuring my project was correctly set up for packaging. However, when I ran the packaging command, nothing seemed to happen. No `.nupkg` file was created. Increasing the verbosity with the `-v` flag in a subsequent attempt, I analyzed the log for errors or warnings, only to find none. My next move was to use the `-o` flag to specify an output directory, but again, no file was generated.

#### Exploring Potential Issues
At this point, I began to contemplate various potential issues that might be causing this behaviour. Could there be an unseen error in my project configuration? Was there a problem with the version of the .NET framework I was using? Or perhaps there was an issue with the NuGet package manager itself.

#### A Stalemate and Further Exploration
Despite exploring every avenue I could think of and scouring the internet for solutions, I found myself at an impasse. In an attempt to uncover some clue or insight, I even delved into other .NET open-source projects, hoping to stumble upon a similar issue or a hint that could lead me in the right direction.

#### A Temporary Pause
Faced with a persistent mystery and no clear path forward, I decided to step back from the issue, planning to revisit it if I came across any new information or insights. Sometimes, taking a break and returning with a fresh perspective can make all the difference in problem-solving.

#### Reflecting on the Process
This experience with NuGet and Learn2Blog is a reminder of the intricate and often unpredictable nature of software development. It highlights the importance of resilience, continuous learning, and the willingness to seek help from the community. 

Stay tuned for updates on this journey, and in the meantime, I encourage anyone who has faced similar challenges or has insights to share to reach out. Together, we can unravel these puzzles and continue to grow as developers.

Until next time, keep coding and exploring!