Xamarin to MAUI Modernization

Project Structure

.NET MAUI adopts a single project structure that targets multiple platforms. So, instead of having separate projects for Android, iOS, etc., in Xamarin.Forms, you'll consolidate them into one with .NET MAUI.

Namespace Changes

Some namespaces have been changed or rearranged in .NET MAUI. For instance, controls that were previously under Xamarin.Forms are now under Microsoft.Maui.Controls.

UI Controls

While many Xamarin.Forms controls have direct counterparts in .NET MAUI, some have been modified or replaced.

Handlers instead of Renderers

In Xamarin.Forms used custom renderers. .NET MAUI introduces handlers, a more lightweight and flexible approach.

Dependency Injection

.NET MAUI has built-in support for dependency injection. If you're using a third-party DI container in your Xamarin.Forms app, you might want to consider switching to the built-in one for consistency.

Gesture Recognizers

Some gesture recognizers in Xamarin.Forms have been refined or changed in .NET MAUI.

Platform-Specifics and Effects

Platform-specifics and effects in Xamarin.Forms may or may not have native support in .NET MAUI.

New Lifecycle Events

.NET MAUI introduces a new app lifecycle model. The app startup and shutdown logic will need to be updated to align with this.

Graphics and Drawing

New graphics API in .NET MAUI offers a lot of native functionality. Xamarin.Forms third-party libraries and custom renderers can be replaced.

Key features of WebMAP for Xamarin:

Converts Xamarin applications to .NET MAUI: WebMAP automates the process of converting legacy Xamarin applications to modern .NET MAUI apps, which are more maintainable and scalable.
Separates the business layer (C#) from the HTML markup so the code is more readable and maintainable.
Preserves existing business logic: WebMAP ensures that the business logic embedded in the legacy applications remains intact during the migration process, minimizing the need for extensive retesting or redevelopment.
Reduces manual effort: By automating much of the migration process, WebMAP significantly reduces the time and effort required for the migration, allowing developers to focus on more value-added tasks like optimizing the user experience and improving application performance.
Provides a maintainable and extensible codebase: The generated code from WebMAP is readable, maintainable, and adheres to modern development standards, making it easier for developers to maintain and extend the application in the future.
Enhances application security: Migrating to a modern web architecture improves application security by taking advantage of the latest security features and best practices available in the new frameworks.

WebMAP for Xamarin enables organizations to modernize legacy applications, improve maintainability and security, and leverage the latest web development technologies to stay competitive in the market.

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