Caching in the Application Framework

Evolving Practices

The ASP.NET ecosystem is undergoing significant changes, influenced by modern front-end frameworks and single-page applications (SPAs). Alan Underwood notes that HTML templating, once a staple in ASP.NET development, is being overshadowed by frameworks like Angular and React, which shift templating to the client side 1. This evolution allows developers to focus more on middleware and server-side logic, using languages like C# and VB.NET. Joe Zack appreciates the flexibility this brings, stating, "I like MVC because it kind of caters to that a little bit more and lets me have that flexibility" 1.

   

Open Source

The open-source movement has significantly impacted ASP.NET, leading to innovations like the Windows Subsystem for Linux. Michael Outlaw highlights the excitement around running Linux on Windows, which he describes as "amazing" and a game-changer for developers 2. This development allows for greater flexibility and integration, although it remains in beta with some limitations, such as the inability to run certain Windows executables from the Linux side 3. Alan Underwood adds that while there are challenges, the continuous iteration promises a seamless experience in the future 3.