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C# Dev Kit Updates: .NET Aspire, Hot Reload, and More!

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C# Dev Kit Updates

Solution Explorer Updates

  • Developers can now work on C# projects without the need for a solution file, streamlining the workflow and reducing overhead.

.NET Aspire Orchestration

  • Make any solution a .NET Aspire solution by adding the .NET Aspire App Host and Service Defaults projects, simplifying the run, debug, and deployment process for existing applications.

Razor/Blazor Experience

  • Hot Reload improvements (experimental mode) and enhancements in Razor error management and IntelliSense.
  • Improved reliability and productivity in Razor editing experience.
  • Debug solutions without creating a file by selecting C# from the menu and choosing the start-up project for a debug session.

Try the New Features and Give Feedback

  • Install or update to the latest C# Dev Kit from the Visual Studio Marketplace to try out the new features and enhancements.
  • Your feedback is essential for improving the C# editing experience in VS Code, so make sure to share any issues or suggestions.

Enjoy coding with the latest C# Dev Kit updates!