When to use ASP.NET Core

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ASP.NET Core is a cross-platform, high-performance framework for building modern web applications. Whether ASP.NET Core is the right web development framework for you depends on many factors.

When to use ASP.NET Core

ASP.NET Core for web development is ideal when your web app has any of these requirements:

  • Rich user interfaces: You want to build interactive and dynamic web applications. With support for Blazor and popular front-end JavaScript frameworks, ASP.NET Core allows you to create rich user interfaces.
  • API development: You need to develop robust API services. ASP.NET Core supports both RESTful APIs and gRPC, providing flexibility for different communication needs.
  • Microservices architecture: You're building a microservices-based architecture. ASP.NET Core’s lightweight and modular design is well-suited for microservices.
  • High performance: Your application demands high performance and scalability. ASP.NET Core is designed to handle high traffic and large-scale applications efficiently.
  • Modern development practices: You prefer modern development practices such as dependency injection, asynchronous programming, and modular architecture. ASP.NET Core supports these practices out of the box.
  • Cross-platform requirements: You need to develop applications that run on Windows, macOS, Linux and Docker. ASP.NET Core’s cross-platform capabilities make it an excellent choice for diverse environments.
  • Cloud integration: You plan to deploy your applications to the cloud. ASP.NET Core integrates seamlessly with Azure and other cloud platforms, simplifying deployment and management.
  • Security and compliance: You require strong security features and compliance with industry standards. ASP.NET Core provides built-in support for HTTPS, data protection, and other security best practices.

When ASP.NET Core might not be a good fit

ASP.NET Core might not be a good fit for your web development needs when your web app has any of these requirements:

  • Minimal requirements: Your application is a simple static page site.
  • Specific language preferences: Your team prefers working with languages other than C#. While ASP.NET Core supports multiple languages, it's primarily designed for C# development.