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Build .NET MAUI Apps on Mac

December 11, 2023
Learn how to develop MAUI applications on macOS with the power of DevExpress .NET MAUI Templates.

DevExpress .NET MAUI is a suite of high-quality, ready-to-use UI controls designed for building cross-platform mobile applications. It provides a comprehensive collection of UI elements, including data grid, data editors, charts, and many more, to help you create professional-looking and user-friendly mobile apps. The .NET MAUI components are written in Objective-C (iOS) and Java/Kotlin (Android) and integrate seamlessly with the .NET MAUI platform through the use of MAUI 'Handlers'.

In this blog post, DevExpress  Paul Usher takes you through the process of how to build application for .NET MAUI on macOS, in light of the retirement of Visual Studio for Mac. Steps include:

  • Installing VS Code
  • Installing the .NET SDK
  • Installing the .NET MAUI workload via Terminal
  • Installing Xcode or the Android SDK (for iOS/Android applications)

Read the complete blog to get started building .NET MAUI applications on your Mac.

Get more information about the DevExpress .NET MAUI UI Component Library.

Technical support for DevExpress .NET MAUI is available as part of DevExpress Universal.

Infragistics Adds Support for Angular 17

November 20, 2023
Ignite UI for Angular 23.1 (17.0.0) takes advantage of the performance related optimizations in the latest Angular release.

Infragistics Ignite UI for Angular is a comprehensive library of Angular-native UI controls and Material-based UI components, which includes a high-performance data grid and over 60 charts. Its WYSIWYG app builder helps you streamline your development process and deliver cutting-edge Angular solutions in a fraction of the time.

The 23.1 (17.0.0) release adds support for Angular 17, which offers enhanced performance through deferrable views, more intuitive syntax with built-in control flow, and accelerated builds for hybrid and client-side rendering.

To see a full list of what's new in version 23.1 (17.0.0), see our release notes.

For more information, visit our Infragistics Ignite UI for Angular product page.

Build Data Visualization Apps in RAD Studio 12 with Steema Software

November 17, 2023
The latest TeeGrid and TeeChart VCL releases add full compatibility with Embarcadero RAD Studio 12 Athens (Delphi and C++Builder).

TeeChart Pro is a comprehensive charting component library that empowers you to create visually stunning and informative data visualizations. With its vast array of chart types, including line, bar, pie, and scatter charts, and extensive customization options, TeeChart Pro caters to a wide spectrum of visualization needs.

TeeGrid VCL/FMX is a powerful and versatile grid component library for Delphi, C++Builder, and RAD Studio. It seamlessly handles tabular data presentation and management, offering flexible cell formatting, data binding, and extensive customization. Its lightweight and efficient nature makes TeeGrid VCL an ideal choice for a diverse array of applications.

Steema Software has announced that its TeeChart 2023.39.x and TeeGrid VCL v1.14 releases are now fully compatible with RAD Studio 12 Athens (Delphi and C++Builder), the latest release from Embarcadero. Both products are easy to use and integrate seamlessly into RAD Studio development environments.

Improve your App's Usability with a Ribbon Bar

November 3, 2023
Smart HTML Elements version 17 introduces a new Ribbon Bar component that organizes related commands into groups, making it easier for users to find the tools they need.

Smart HTML Elements is a set of JavaScript UI libraries and Blazor components for web, mobile and desktop applications. Components include grid, chart, WYSIWYG editor, scheduler, Gantt chart and pivot table. Smart HTML Elements supports Angular, Blazor, React, Vue.js and Web Components, and has zero dependencies.

Version 17.0.0 includes a new Ribbon Bar component, a GUI element that organizes an application's features into a series of tabs at the top of a window. The ribbon bar makes it easy for users to find the commands they need, provides more efficient use of screen space, and improves keyboard accessibility.

To see a full list of what's new in version 17.0.0, see our release notes.

For more information, visit our Smart HTML Elements product page.

Enhancing ASP.NET Apps with a Toolbar

August 17, 2023
Make your application easier to navigate with feature-rich, customized toolbars.

Toolbars are graphical user interface (GUI) elements that feature a curated selection of tools and functions that users commonly use. Adding a toolbar to your application allows users to speed up their workflow by providing all the tools they need in an easily accessible position within your application.

Here is a selection of ASP.NET UI suites that include toolbars:

  • DevExpress ASP.NET allows you to create intuitive and efficient ASP.NET user interfaces using a diverse range of customizable toolbar options.
  • Telerik DevCraft Ultimate lets you seamlessly integrate a variety of customizable toolbar elements, enhancing user experience.
  • Syncfusion Essential Studio Enterprise offers a range of dynamic ASP.NET toolbar controls. Quickly incorporate essential actions and functionalities into your Web applications.
  • WebUI Studio for ASP.NET (by Intersoft Solutions Corporation) includes interactive toolbar elements allowing you to tailor the appearance and behavior to meet your application's needs.

For an in-depth analysis of features and price, visit our comparison of ASP.NET user interface suites.

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