How We Used Blazor and MAUI to Build Modern, Cross-Platform Applications Faster
Building cutting-edge, cross-platform apps fast and effectively is essential in today’s hectic digital world. Blazor and.NET MAUI are a potent combination that our development company has discovered that enables us to accomplish this. With the help of these technologies, we can use a single codebase to develop high-performing desktop, mobile, and web applications.
What Is Blazor?
Microsoft created the Blazor framework, which enables you to create interactive web apps with C# rather than JavaScript. It is compatible with:
- Blazor WebAssembly: Uses WebAssembly to operate within the browser.
- Blazor Server: Utilises a SignalR connection to update the user interface while operating on the server.
Blazor enables us to write more quickly, reuse code, and create web applications with cutting-edge functionality.
What Is .NET MAUI?
Xamarin has evolved into .NET MAUI (Multi-platform App UI). It enables developers to use a single codebase and UI framework to create native apps for Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android.
Important MAUI Features:
- One project structure
- Common resources and user interface elements
- Deep integration with the features of the device
- robust backing from the .NET ecosystem and Microsoft
Why We Use Blazor with MAUI
Blazor with .NET MAUI is an amazing combination that lets you create cross-platform native and web apps from a single C# codebase while still utilizing Blazor web components and native UI features from .NET MAUI for native app development across iOS, Android, Windows, and macOS platforms.
Blazor operates within a .NET MAUI application’s WebView control. combining native platform capabilities with the power of HTML5, CSS3, and Blazor components to reduce development time and effort while maximizing efficiency and consistency across platforms.
This architecture serves as the foundation for Blazor Hybrid, which enables you to develop high-performance applications with consistent functionality across platforms while also saving time and effort.
Pros and Cons:
| pros | cons |
|---|---|
One Codebase: Create apps for Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, and the web using a single shared codebase. |
Learning Curve: In order to use the entire stack efficiently, developers need to become proficient in both Blazor and MAUI. |
Faster Development: Time-to-market is accelerated and development time is decreased by reusable components. |
Performance Overhead: Fully native UI frameworks may be faster than Blazor Hybrid apps. |
Access device features like GPS, camera, file storage, and notifications with ease thanks to native API access. |
Limited Third-Party Support: MAUI may not yet be supported by some well-known third-party plugins or libraries. |
Microsoft-backed: dependable, safe, and well-maintained technology that is part of the.NET ecosystem. |
Big App Size: Dependencies and Blazor WebAssembly may make the initial app larger. |
Consistent User Experience: Blazor elements contribute to the development of a single, platform-neutral user interface. |
New and Developing Technology: Because MAUI is still in its infancy, there might be sporadic bugs or versioning problems. |
Conculsion:
Blazor and .NET MAUI work well together if you want to create cutting-edge, cross-platform apps quickly. It enables development teams to produce work more quickly, write less code, and offer consistent user experiences on all platforms.
This robust stack can help you lower expenses, expedite development, and future-proof your apps, regardless of your company’s size.