.NET MAUI is a cross-platform framework developed by Microsoft for building native device applications using C# and XAML. The framework enables developers to create applications that run on Android, iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and Windows from a single shared codebase, representing an evolution of the earlier Xamarin.Forms platform that originally focused on mobile development. By consolidating development across multiple platforms, .NET MAUI allows teams to leverage a unified SDK, base class libraries, and toolchain while maintaining native performance and platform-specific capabilities.
The repository serves as the primary source for the .NET MAUI framework itself, with C# as its primary language. Developers can initialize new projects using the dotnet CLI with commands like dotnet new maui, and the framework integrates with Visual Studio productivity tools and emulators to streamline the development process. The ecosystem extends beyond the core framework through companion resources including official documentation, sample applications in a separate maui-samples repository, and integration with community projects like the .NET MAUI Community Toolkit and the Syncfusion Toolkit for .NET MAUI, which provides over 30 additional controls.
Activity data reveals this is a highly active and well-maintained project.
The repository's scope encompasses multiple technical domains including cross-platform development, mobile development, desktop applications, UI frameworks, and native control integration. Recent development has aligned with Microsoft's broader .NET release cycle, with updates announced for .NET 10 in 2025 and .NET 9 in November 2024. The project maintains active engagement with the open-source community, as evidenced by recent announcements welcoming Syncfusion open-source contributions and ongoing participation in initiatives like Hacktoberfest.
The framework's architecture supports building applications that perform consistently across diverse device types and operating systems. Developers can access comprehensive getting started guides, development documentation, and contribution guidelines through the repository's GitHub pages and wiki. The project maintains overlapping contributor relationships with other significant repositories including github/gh-aw, solo-io/gloo, and microsoft/vscode, indicating integration points and shared development practices within the broader Microsoft ecosystem.
