If you are contemplating migrating to .Net Core, you are not alone. The high-potential framework comes with an array of benefits given the difference in architecture and will significantly impact the way you build modern, cloud-based applications.
Before we delve deeper into what .NET or ASP.NET Core is all about, we need to remember that it is in no way a continuation of ASP.NET 4.6 but an entirely new framework. If at all parallels need to be drawn, we can call it a re-write of the ASP.NET 4.6 framework, albeit a much smaller and modular version.
It is open source, cross platform, and has significantly altered the ASP.NET landscape so to speak. There’s a reason why Microsoft has hugely invested in making it cross platform portable. Let us look at some of the top benefits it offers.
Open Source
The developer community is thoroughly enjoying the transparency being offered by the Open Source software. You can find all sources for ASP.NET Core packages at their GitHub site which has a considerably huge number of active repositories comprising source as well as middle-ware, demos and a bunch of important tools.
The good part is that both Microsoft contributors as well as the community have been consistently and actively updating all projects and in a way facilitating speeding up of development cycle and ensuring constant code improvement.
In an agile world that relies on using best practices, real-world use cases, and more evolved development workflows, it gives developers the opportunity to focus on business cases and attain a greater customer focus.
A Portable And Runnable Framework
Unlike in the past, the .NET framework is no longer limited to Windows and can operate well on just about every platform. While you can choose any of the hosting models including Linux, Windows and Docker, you can easily switch platforms as required taking the flexibility aspect to a whole new level.
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.NET Core happens to be one of the most used frameworks today for the sheer power and flexibility it gives to developers. Besides, same codebase for multiple operating systems also means reduced costs since you don’t have to maintain, develop, track and fix the same bugs in both places.
An Evolved Framework
The .NET framework has evolved with time and can be regarded as mature since it has been around for almost 2 decades now. A zillion apps until now have been developed using it which means it has proved its merits and has stood the test of time.
Likewise, developers are also aware of its limitations but the fact that it has survived so long says a lot about its potential.
Uses C#
Ask any developer and they will tell you how important it is code in a language that’s stable. It makes their work interesting and also prevents unwanted bugs. Developers can start reusing their C# skills it being a multi-paradigm language which is both modern as well as object-oriented.
It has a simpler syntax and does not have the issues other languages have. The first of it’s kind .NET framework, it gives you a major edge when it comes to coding with C#.
Summary
.NET supports a wide range of applications and is the most preferred network today. The cross platform opens up a wide range of possibilities for the smart developer.
Its versatility and performance benefits are too good to miss. If you are unsure if it’s for you, call us and we can help you arrive at an informed decision.