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I’ll be speaking at TechBash 2024 next month. This year, TechBash will be happening Sept. 24-27 at the Kalahari Resort in the Poconos. Register by September 8th for the best deal on tickets and rooms!

I’m presenting a session I have given several times this year about choosing the best native Windows UI framework for your next project.

Building a modern, native application for Windows: Which UI framework should you choose?

Here’s what I’ll be covering:

If you want to build a Windows desktop application, you might be overwhelmed by the number of UI frameworks available. How do you choose the best one for your project and your skills? How do you compare the features, benefits, and drawbacks of each framework? How do you ensure your app is modern, native, and scalable?

In this session, you will learn how to make an informed decision for your Windows desktop application by comparing different UI frameworks:

• WinUI 3: The latest UI framework that lets you create beautiful, fast, and fluid Windows apps.
• UWP: The UI framework that lets you create universal Windows apps that run on many types of Windows devices.
• WPF: The UI framework that lets you create rich, powerful Windows desktop apps using .NET and XAML.
• Windows Forms: The UI framework that lets you create traditional Windows desktop apps quickly using .NET.
• .NET MAUI: The UI framework that lets you create cross-platform desktop and mobile apps using .NET and XAML.

We will discuss the pros and cons of each framework:

• The supported platforms and app models
• The available UI features and controls
• The performance and reliability
• The development tools and languages
• The learning curve and documentation

You will also see some examples of apps built with each framework and learn about their best practices and guidelines. Along the way, you’ll get some tips and resources on how to get started building apps for Windows.

By the end of this session, you will have a clear understanding of different UI frameworks and how to choose the best one for your next Windows application. Whether you are new to Windows desktop development or an experienced developer, this session will help you choose a framework that meets your needs and expectations. Don’t miss this opportunity to untangle the web of UI framework choices and prepare for the future of Windows desktop development!

TechBash discounts end Sept 8th

The Kalahari gave the TechBash team an extra week to provide room discounts, so we’ve also extended the Standard registration rate until September 8th. Get your tickets and book your room by the 8th to save $100 on registration and get your room for $184/night. Plus the Kalahari is waiving the resort fee of over $40 per night for TechBash guests. You can also save an extra 10% on a 3-day or 4-day ticket with EventBrite code DOTNET10.

See the TechBash website for all the details.

I hope to see you there next month!