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Description
Visual Basic, an object-oriented programming language created by Microsoft, allows for the rapid and straightforward development of type-safe applications within the .NET framework. It emphasizes enhancing the capabilities of the Visual Basic Runtime (microsoft.visualbasic.dll) for .NET Core, marking the first iteration of Visual Basic that is tailored specifically for this platform. Future updates are anticipated to incorporate elements of the Visual Basic Runtime that rely on WinForms. The .NET framework itself is a versatile and open-source development environment designed for the creation of various types of applications. Regardless of the application type, the code and project files maintain a consistent appearance and functionality. This uniformity ensures that developers can leverage the same runtime, application programming interfaces (APIs), and language features across all their projects. A Visual Basic application is constructed using standard components, where a solution includes one or more projects, and each project can consist of multiple assemblies, which are in turn compiled from several source files. Overall, this structure enables developers to efficiently manage and build complex applications.
Description
The Windows UI Library (WinUI) serves as a native framework designed to enhance user experiences (UX) for both desktop and Universal Windows Platform (UWP) applications. By integrating the Fluent Design System across all elements, including controls and aesthetics, WinUI ensures that applications deliver a cohesive, user-friendly, and accessible interface that aligns with contemporary UI trends. It accommodates the development of both new and existing applications, allowing developers to either create from scratch or seamlessly transition their current MFC, WinForms, or WPF applications, utilizing well-known programming languages such as C++, C#, Visual Basic, and JavaScript (through React Native for Windows). Moreover, this versatility enables developers to leverage modern design principles while maintaining familiarity with their coding practices. In doing so, WinUI not only enhances the development process but also enriches the overall user engagement with applications.
API Access
Has API
Yes
API Access
Has API
Yes
Integrations
Aquaforest SDK
Yes
Claude Sonnet 4.6
Yes
Codestral Mamba
Yes
ERNIE Bot
Yes
GPT-5.3-Codex
Yes
Gemini 1.5 Flash
Yes
Gemini 2.0 Flash
Yes
Gemini 3 Pro
Yes
Llama 4 Scout
Yes
Mixtral 8x7B
Yes
Integrations
Aquaforest SDK
No
Claude Sonnet 4.6
No
Codestral Mamba
No
ERNIE Bot
No
GPT-5.3-Codex
No
Gemini 1.5 Flash
No
Gemini 2.0 Flash
No
Gemini 3 Pro
No
Llama 4 Scout
No
Mixtral 8x7B
No
Pricing Details
Free
Free Trial
No
Free Version
Yes
Pricing Details
Free
Free Trial
No
Free Version
Yes
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
Yes
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
Yes
Linux
Yes
Chromebook
Yes
Deployment
Web-Based
No
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
Yes
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Vendor Details
Company Name
Microsoft
Founded
1975
Website
docs.microsoft.com/en-us/dotnet/visual-basic/
Vendor Details
Company Name
Microsoft
Founded
1975
Country
United States
Website
docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/apps/winui/