If your Razor Pages UI feels clunky, htmx might be the upgrade you’ve been looking for. It has a smoother UX, less JavaScript, and is way more fun to build. See how to level things up: https://woodruff.dev/boosting-razor-pages-ux-the-htmx-upgrade-you-need/

Do you really need a SPA and full JavaScript framework for that? htmx might be all you need—it's clean, fast, and plays great with Razor Pages. Let’s break down when to use htmx vs the usual suspects: https://woodruff.dev/htmx-vs-javascript-frameworks-choosing-the-right-tool-for-the-job/

#ASPNETCore 10 Preview 2 is here!

Released on March 18, this update introduces targeted improvements to Blazor’s navigation behavior, OpenAPI documentation generation, and developer tooling - all driven by community feedback.

Check out the latest improvements: https://bit.ly/3FQzTtb

okay so i'm considering using keycloak for my aspnet core application but i'm confused about one thing: how do i store the user id that other database models depend on? users can own feeds and those feeds can own articles. do i just assign the userid from keycloak to a barebones user entity and then have a join with the feeds table?

i would use aspnet core identity but i still don't really understand how it would work with jwt auth and the docs are not helping

#aspnetcore #dotnet #fediHelp

.NET Conf Focus on Modernization (April 22-23) | Agenda Released.

https://focus.dotnetconf.net/agenda

Tired of overcomplicated frontends? HTMX is a breath of fresh air for ASP.NET Core devs. Build faster, cleaner web apps with less JavaScript and more joy. Check out how to get started: https://woodruff.dev/htmx-for-asp-net-core-developers-the-simpler-faster-way-to-build-web-apps/

.NET on Heroku: Now Generally Available.

https://blog.heroku.com/dotnet-now-generally-available

Want cleaner, more modular Razor Pages? htmx + partial views is a game-changer. Build dynamic UIs piece by piece without the JavaScript headache. Check out how to keep things tidy and interactive: https://woodruff.dev/going-modular-using-htmx-with-partial-views-in-razor-pages/

Blazm and StageCoder Extensions for Visual Studio | Visual Studio Toolbox with Leslie Richardson & Jimmy Engstrom.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uR5YoIoMuOQ

On this week's ASP.NET Community Standup:
SignalR Swift client & validation for Minimal APIs
Daniel Roth, Mike Kistler
April 1 / 10 AM PT / 18 UTC

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LHN0yrm8ADs
#dotnet #aspnetcore #signalr

Can someone on the #dotnet and #aspnetcore team explain the decision behind making empty string values equate to null in form posts when using minimal APIs?

I know this is a big ask but would anyone be willing to tutor me with aspnet core and auth? I've been beating my head against this for like months and I just want to get to actually making my application. aspnet core identity seems like it's too limited and not really meant for what i'm trying to do (support an SPA and third party client mobile apps), but the docs are confusing me so I'm not even sure if that's right. I was thinking of using keycloak, but that's a huge undertaking it seems like and has been giving me trouble too. #fediHelp #aspnetcore #programmingHelp

CRUD doesn’t have to be a chore. With HTMX and Razor Pages, you can build dynamic, snappy apps without piling on JavaScript. Create, read, update, delete—easy and elegant. See how it’s done: https://woodruff.dev/crud-made-easy-building-dynamic-apps-with-htmx-and-asp-net-razor-pages/

ICYMI - Coding Short from the Vault:

Coding Shorts: Adding HTTP Cache Headers to Your #aspnetcore Project

youtube.com/watch?v=Dg5uIbNfnEo

Live updates without the hassle? Yes, please. With HTMX and Razor Pages, you can sprinkle real-time magic using SSE—no WebSocket setup is required. Check out how to keep your UI fresh and reactive: https://woodruff.dev/real-time-magic-live-updates-with-htmx-and-asp-net-razor-pages/

Chapters 5–8 of ASP.NET Core Reimagined with htmx Book are out!

Learn htmx magic with Razor Pages:

Ch5 – Mastering hx-get & hx-post
Ch6 – Using hx-put, hx-patch, & hx-delete
Ch7 – Precision updates with hx-target & hx-swap
Ch8 – Event ease via hx-trigger & hx-on

https://aspnet-htmx.com/

Want snappy UI updates without the JavaScript mess? htmx + Razor Pages lets you swap and target page content like magic. It’s fast, clean, and surprisingly fun. Dive into the latest tricks here: https://woodruff.dev/swapping-and-targeting-like-a-pro-htmx-magic-for-razor-pages/

Building interactive HTML forms in Razor Pages doesn't have to be a pain! htmx makes it a breeze with simple, clean enhancements—no need for JavaScript overload. Check out how to make your forms smarter and smoother: https://woodruff.dev/interactive-forms-made-easy-htmx-meets-asp-net-razor-pages/

Want to make your Razor Pages pop without drowning in JavaScript? htmx attributes are your secret weapon! From seamless updates to enhanced user interactions, it's all about working smarter, not harder.

https://woodruff.dev/mastering-htmx-attributes-your-toolkit-for-razor-pages-awesomeness/

Ready to add some interactivity magic to your Razor Pages? htmx makes it effortless. No heavy JavaScript frameworks, just clean and simple enhancements. Dive into your first dance with htmx and see what all the hype is about: https://woodruff.dev/htmx-asp-net-razor-pages-your-first-dance-with-interactivity/