Blazor is an open-source web development framework developed by Microsoft. It allows us to create interactive web applications using C# and .NET.
It is an integral part of the .NET platform and is designed to provide a modern alternative to JavaScript frameworks within the C# ecosystem.
In fact, one of Blazor’s strengths is that it simplifies the web development process. It reduces the learning curve and allows developers to leverage their existing experience and knowledge in the .NET ecosystem.
With Blazor we can create both client-side (client) and server-side (server) web applications. We can even create hybrid applications for Desktop or Mobile, with technologies like WPF or MAUI.
Furthermore, thanks to its ability to run code efficiently in the browser via WebAssembly, Blazor applications offer (in theory) performance comparable to conventional JavaScript-based web applications.
On the other hand, like most modern web frameworks, Blazor is focused on the easy creation of reusable user interface components. Very much in the style of React or Vue, for example.
This promotes more efficient and modular development, where developers can create custom components and use them in multiple parts of the application.
Blazor takes care of providing the necessary tools for its operation, such as binding, reactivity, or communication between components.
Finally, Blazor leverages the full power of .NET. This includes its libraries, tools, and community. This provides us with a wide set of resources that we can use to build our applications.
Personally, I love how Blazor has modernized web development in .NET, and managed to integrate client-side and server-side capabilities into a single .NET-based platform, making development more efficient and consistent.
I don’t consider it a replacement for JavaScript, although Blazor is often marketed that way. But it is a very interesting technology for .NET programmers to make a smooth transition to web development.
If you are a developer already familiar with .NET, Blazor offers you a natural and efficient way to expand your skills into web development without having to change languages or ecosystems.
