.NET 6 Desktop Development: Big Picture from Pluralsight

To develop desktop apps with .NET and C#, you can choose between different UI frameworks like WinForms, WPF, WinUI, or .NET MAUI. This course will give you an overview of the .NET UI frameworks and help you to choose one for your next desktop app.

To develop desktop apps with .NET and C#, you can choose between many different UI frameworks like WinForms, WPF, UWP, WinUI, .NET MAUI, or Blazor. In this course, .NET 6 Desktop Development: The Big Picture, you’ll learn about the different .NET UI frameworks for desktop apps and how to choose one for your next application. First, you’ll explore the UI frameworks for Windows desktop applications: WinForms, WPF, UWP, and WinUI. Next, you’ll discover the UI frameworks for cross-platform desktop apps. Beside Xamarin and .NET MAUI, you'll learn about the popular open-source solutions Avalonia and Uno Platform. Finally, you’ll learn how to choose a UI framework for your next desktop app. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of .NET UI frameworks needed to choose a UI framework for your next desktop app.

What's inside

Syllabus

Course Overview

Knowing the UI Frameworks for Windows Desktop Apps

Exploring the UI Frameworks for Cross-platform Desktop Apps

Choosing a UI Framework for Your .NET Desktop App

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Examines various desktop UI frameworks for .NET and provides guidance on choosing the appropriate one for specific application requirements

Covers multiple UI frameworks including WinForms, WPF, WinUI, and .NET MAUI, providing a comprehensive overview

Taught by experienced instructors, Thomas Claudius Huber, recognized in the field of .NET UI development

Provides insights into the strengths and limitations of different cross-platform desktop frameworks like Xamarin, .NET MAUI, Avalonia, and Uno Platform

Suitable for developers who want to build desktop applications with modern UI frameworks and cross-platform capabilities

Career center

Learners who complete .NET 6 Desktop Development: Big Picture will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Front-End Developer

Front-End Developers are responsible for implementing the visual component of websites and applications. This course is a good fit for someone who wishes to enter the field, as it provides an in-depth look at how to use UI frameworks to develop desktop applications.

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Software Developer

Software Developers build and maintain software applications. This course is a good fit for someone who wishes to become a Software Developer, as it provides an in-depth look at how to use UI frameworks to develop desktop applications.

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UI Designer

UI Designers are responsible for the visual design of websites and applications. This course may be useful for someone who wishes to enter the field, as it provides an in-depth look at how to use UI frameworks to develop desktop applications with .NET and C#.

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Software Engineer

Software Engineers design, develop, and maintain software systems. This course may be useful for someone who wishes to become a Software Engineer as it provides an overview of UI frameworks used in .NET desktop development, which can help them understand how to build robust and reliable software systems.

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Computer Programmer

Computer Programmers write and maintain computer programs. This course is a good fit for someone who wishes to become a Computer Programmer, as it provides an in-depth look at how to use UI frameworks to develop desktop applications.

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UX Designer

UX Designers are responsible for the user experience of websites and applications. This course may be useful for someone who wishes to enter the field, as it provides an in-depth look at how to use UI frameworks to develop desktop applications.

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Systems Analyst

Systems Analysts analyze, design, and implement computer systems. This course may be useful for someone who wishes to become a Systems Analyst as it provides an overview of UI frameworks used in .NET desktop development, which can help them understand the different options available for building user interfaces for software systems.

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Web Developer

Web Developers design, build, and maintain websites and applications. This course may be useful for someone who wishes to become a Web Developer as it provides an overview of UI frameworks in .NET desktop development, which can help them develop the necessary skills for building web applications.

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Product Manager

Product Managers oversee the development and launch of new products. This course may be useful for someone who wishes to become a Product Manager as it provides an overview of UI frameworks used in .NET desktop development, which can help them create products that are visually appealing and user-friendly.

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Software Architect

Software Architects design, develop, and maintain software applications. This course may be useful for someone who wishes to become a Software Architect as it provides an overview of UI frameworks used in .NET desktop development, which can help Architects learn about the advantages and disadvantages of each framework and how to choose the best one for a specific project.

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Technical Architect

Technical Architects are responsible for designing and implementing technology solutions for businesses. This course may be useful for someone who wishes to become a Technical Architect as it provides an overview of UI frameworks used in .NET desktop development, which can help Technical Architects keep pace with the latest developments in the field and make informed decisions about which frameworks to use in specific projects.

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Mobile Application Developer

Mobile Application Developers design, build, and maintain mobile applications. This course may be useful for someone who wishes to become a Mobile Application Developer as it provides an overview of UI frameworks in .NET desktop development, which can help them develop the necessary skills for building mobile applications.

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Technical Writer

Technical Writers create technical documentation for software and other products. This course may be useful for someone who wishes to become a Technical Writer as it provides an overview of UI frameworks used in .NET desktop development, which can help them understand the different options available for building user interfaces and write clear and concise documentation for them.

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Full-Stack Developer

Full Stack Developers are responsible for both the client-side and server-side development of applications. This course may be useful for someone who wishes to become a Full Stack Developer as it provides an overview of UI frameworks in .NET desktop development, which can help them develop the necessary skills for building web applications.

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Computer Science Lecturer

A Computer Science Lecturer is an academic professional who teaches computer science skills at institutions that range from the high school level to universities. This course may be useful for someone who wishes to become a Computer Science Lecturer as it provides an overview of different UI frameworks used in .NET desktop development, which can help Lecturers keep pace with the latest developments in the field and help students learn these frameworks.

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