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Windows App Development Frequently Asked Questions
This FAQ provides answers to common questions about Windows application development, including guidance on choosing the right framework for your projects. Topics covered include:
- Getting started and the Windows app development landscape.
- Native Windows-only app development with WinUI 3, Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF), and Windows Forms (WinForms).
- Windows Software Development Kit (SDK) and Windows App SDK.
- Targeting Windows as part of your cross-platform development strategy.
- Hybrid and web app development with .NET MAUI, Blazor, and ASP.NET Core.
- How to choose an approach while understanding Microsoft's investments.
Windows app development landscape
Native Windows-only app development
Cross-platform native development
Hybrid and web development
Choose an approach and understand Microsoft's investments
Packaging, deployment, and updates
Performance and optimization
Compatibility
Deprecations and migrations
Release notes
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