dotnet discusses how to efficiently build mobile and desktop applications using Visual Studio and .NET MAUI, focusing on solution structure, live UI tools, and upcoming framework updates.

Building Mobile and Desktop Apps with Visual Studio and .NET MAUI

Visual Studio provides developers with a rich environment for building cross-platform mobile and desktop applications using .NET MAUI. In this session, you'll learn how to utilize live tools for UI development at both design and run time, enabling you to iterate quickly and preview changes instantly.

Key Topics Covered

• Live Tools in Visual Studio:

  • Use design-time and run-time tools for immediate UI feedback.
  • Modify and preview your app's interface on the fly.

• Structuring Multi-Platform Solutions:

  • Organize your code and resources efficiently to support iOS, Android, Windows, and macOS targets.
  • Optimize your project for both speed and minimal app size.

• What’s New and Upcoming in .NET MAUI:

  • Discover new features in .NET MAUI for .NET 9.
  • Get early insights into improvements and additions planned for .NET 10.

Additional Resources

• Visual Studio Downloads
• VS Live On-Demand Sessions
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• Visual Studio Subscriptions
• .NET Blog
• .NET Docs

Community and Support

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• Q&A
• Microsoft Learn

Stay up-to-date with the latest .NET development practices and leverage powerful Visual Studio features to accelerate your mobile and desktop app projects.