.NET MAUI Explained: What is it, How does it work, and What about Blazor?

Summary

.NET MAUI is a multi-platform app UI framework from Microsoft that enables developers to build native iOS, Android, Mac, and Windows applications using a single shared C# codebase. The framework is part of the broader .NET ecosystem, which offers a unified development platform with cross-platform capabilities, free tools like Visual Studio, and support for multiple programming languages. By providing a comprehensive solution for client application development, .NET MAUI allows developers to create high-performance, native apps across different platforms while maximizing code reuse and minimizing fragmentation.