In this blog post, we will explore how to create dynamic tab bars in a .NET MAUI application and manage different deployment environments (Development, Staging, Production) using configuration files.  A special thank you to Gowtham Nagiri for inspiring this topic! Your insights have helped shape this exploration, and I appreciate your contribution to the .NET MAUI community. This approach allows your application to adapt to different environments without changing the codebase. Let's dive into the details! Understanding the Dynamic Tab Bars Dynamic tab bars enable you to display different tabs based on the application's current environment or other configurations. For example, in a Development environment, you might want to show additional features or diagnostic tabs that aren’t present in Production. This feature is particularly useful in mobile applications, where the user experience can be customized based on the environment in which the application is runnin...

Please, support my blog by clicking on our sponsors ad! .NET MAUI 9 introduces several exciting control enhancements that boost the performance, functionality, and flexibility of cross-platform apps. This blog explores these updates in detail, providing code examples to help you integrate these features into your .NET MAUI applications. 1. BackButtonBehavior OneWay Binding Mode In previous versions of .NET MAUI, the BackButtonBehavior in a Shell app was set to BindingMode.OneTime . In .NET MAUI 9, this has been updated to BindingMode.OneWay , allowing easier control over the back button behavior at runtime. This means the button’s visibility and other properties can be dynamically updated with data bindings. Example Code: The following code demonstrates how to use data binding to control the visibility and behavior of the back button in a Shell app. <ContentPage ...> <Shell.BackButtonBehavior > <BackButton...

Please, support my blog by clicking on our sponsors ad!  .NET MAUI (Multi-platform App UI) is a powerful framework for building cross-platform applications with a single codebase. One of the key aspects of developing robust applications in .NET MAUI is effectively managing app lifecycle events. App handlers allow developers to respond to various states of an application's lifecycle, ensuring seamless user experiences. In this guide, we’ll explore how to implement app handlers in .NET MAUI and make the most of the app lifecycle. Understanding the App Lifecycle Before diving into implementation, it's crucial to understand the app lifecycle in .NET MAUI. The app lifecycle includes various stages that an application goes through from launch to termination. Managing these stages allows developers to maintain the app's state, save data, and release resources appropriately. Key Lifecycle Events Start : Triggered when the app starts. Sleep : Triggered when the app goes into t...

Introduction In the world of mobile development, Xamarin and .NET MAUI are powerful frameworks for building cross-platform applications. As developers delve into these technologies, they often face a series of common questions during interviews or while exploring best practices. This blog provides concise answers to frequently asked questions about Xamarin and .NET MAUI, covering various aspects from basic concepts to advanced topics. Whether you’re preparing for an interview or looking to sharpen your knowledge, these insights will help you navigate the intricacies of these frameworks with ease. Please, support my blog by clicking on our sponsors ad! 1. Introduce yourself? This is where you would introduce yourself and provide a brief overview of your background, experience, and expertise in Xamarin and .NET MAUI. 2. What is Xamarin? Xamarin is an open-source platform for building modern and performant applications for iOS, Android, and Windows with .NET. ...

  Please, support my blog by clicking on our sponsors ad! Introduction In today's digital age, creating a seamless and visually appealing ecommerce application is crucial for attracting and retaining customers. As a developer, leveraging the right tools and frameworks can make a significant difference in the efficiency and quality of your app development process. .NET MAUI and Xamarin are two powerful frameworks that enable you to build cross-platform applications with a single codebase. In this blog, we will explore the UI design for an ecommerce app using .NET MAUI and Xamarin, focusing on the essential pages that make up the core of any ecommerce platform. Below are the pages, click on them to get the code: Authentication Dashboard Product Category View Product Checkout Page ...

  Please, support my blog by clicking on our sponsors ad! Introduction Optical Character Recognition (OCR) is a technology that converts different types of documents, such as scanned paper documents, PDF files, or images taken by a digital camera, into editable and searchable data. OCR is widely used for digitizing printed documents, enabling the text to be edited, searched, and stored more compactly. In this blog, we will walk through the implementation of an OCR feature in a .NET MAUI and Xamarin application. We will focus on setting up the necessary packages, configuring the Android manifest, and writing the code to extract text from images using the Plugin.Maui.OCR package. Step-by-Step Implementation Prerequisites Ensure you have .NET version 8 installed. Update the Microsoft.Maui.Controls and Microsoft.Maui.Controls.Compatibility packages to version 8.0.21. Install the Plugin Install the Plugin.Maui.OCR package version 1.0.11 in your project using the following command: d...

Please, support my blog by clicking on our sponsors ad! Introduction The .NET Multi-platform App UI (.NET MAUI) extension for Visual Studio Code has finally emerged from preview mode and is now generally available, bringing a plethora of powerful features to streamline your development process. With the integration of XAML IntelliSense and Hot Reload, this extension enhances the lightweight Visual Studio Code experience, making it a fantastic choice for developing .NET MAUI applications. What is the .NET MAUI Extension? The .NET MAUI extension is a powerful tool that brings the essentials for developing .NET MAUI apps into the Visual Studio Code environment. Built on top of the C# Dev Kit and the C# extension, it includes Solution Explorer, C# Hot Reload, and IntelliSense. This extension goes a step further by enabling you to target mobile and desktop devices and adding XAML IntelliSense and Hot Reload for a seamless development experience. Key Features and Enhancements Improved XAML E...

Please, support my blog by clicking on our sponsors ad!   Introduction Ensuring that users have the latest version of your app is crucial for providing the best user experience and security. In this blog post, we will discuss how to implement version tracking in Xamarin and .NET MAUI applications for both Android and iOS platforms. By the end of this guide, you will be able to check if there is a new version available and prompt users to update their apps. Setting Up Version Tracking To implement version tracking, we need to install the following NuGet packages: HtmlAgilityPack (1.11.61) Jurassic (3.2.6) Xamarin.Essentials (1.7.5) Xam.Plugin.LatestVersion (1.1.2) Code Explanation Let's dive into the code implementation for both Android and iOS. App.cs (for Android) public partial class App : Application { public App() { InitializeComponent(); MainPage = new AppShell(); } protected async override void OnStart() { try { ...