Blazor: Empowering Web Development with C#

Introduction

Web development has long been dominated by JavaScript and related frameworks. However, with the introduction of Blazor by Microsoft, developers now have the ability to build modern, interactive web applications using C# and the .NET ecosystem. Blazor allows you to create web applications that run on both the client and server sides using a single codebase. In this article, we will explore the key features of Blazor and demonstrate how to use it by building a simple project.

What is Blazor?

Blazor is a framework that enables the development of interactive web applications using .NET and C#. Blazor comes in two main models:

1. Blazor WebAssembly (WASM): In this model, your application runs entirely on the client side. It is executed in the browser using WebAssembly (WASM), allowing you to run C# code directly in the browser without needing JavaScript.
2. Blazor Server: In this model, the application runs on the server, and communication between the user and the server occurs via SignalR. When a user interacts with the browser, events are sent to the server and processed there. This model is known for its fast response times and lighter client requirements.

Advantages of Blazor