I work on the C#, ASP.NET, SQL Server, and others. I am also developing some scripts for my RPA solutions when needed.
Digital Transformation Director at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees
The technology is very vast and the solution does not have limited storage
Pros and Cons
- "The solution is not limited in storage, is customizable and simple to use."
- "I would like to see a better response time from the technical support."
What is our primary use case?
What is most valuable?
Microsoft .NET Framework has introduced many new features, making the technology very vast. In particular, they have a very good Visual Studio environment to do development.
The solution is not limited in storage, is customizable and simple to use.
What needs improvement?
I would like to see a better response time from the technical support.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
This is a stable solution.
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What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Microsoft .NET is scalable.
How are customer service and support?
My experience with Microsoft technical support is that they can be difficult to reach. The support depends on the contract between the client and the company.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Positive
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
Microsoft .NET has both open source and licensing options. Microsoft Framework and Visual Studio are licensed however, they have introduced .NET Core which is open source. In .NET Core, you will find Angular which is open source.
What other advice do I have?
I would rate Microsoft .NET Framework a nine out of 10 overall.
Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer: Partner

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Have managed complex setups with connectivity and offers good scalability
Pros and Cons
- "As we are scaling quite nicely on Azure."
- "There may be some topics regarding connectivity and management of certificates that require attention."
What is our primary use case?
I am building a web application and using this solution.
What is most valuable?
The platform was chosen to be used and I did not choose it, so I can't speak to what is the best feature.
What needs improvement?
There may be some topics regarding connectivity and management of certificates that require attention. We are currently facing some issues.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using the solution for about two years.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
As we are scaling quite nicely on Azure.
How are customer service and support?
I have not contacted customer service recently.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Neutral
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup is complex. Once you know and have some help, it is manageable.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The company is not paying anything for the license. I am not familiar with this area. For us, it's free.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
Java and Sprint are alternatives we considered.
What other advice do I have?
Our solution should work for roughly 50,000 users every day. We are still collaborating, and it's okay.
The overall product rating is eight out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
Public Cloud
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
Last updated: Jan 22, 2025
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QA Lead at Paytm
Useful for automation and is a good investment, but it is difficult to learn
Pros and Cons
- "The solution is easy to use if the user is a developer or some technical person."
- "The solution is difficult to learn if someone is learning it for the first time."
What is our primary use case?
I use the product only for automation.
What is most valuable?
Our usage was limited. Microsoft .NET Framework is a good investment.
What needs improvement?
The solution is technical. A new user cannot use it. The solution is difficult to learn if someone is learning it for the first time. It is difficult for non-technical people.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The tool was stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Around 20 to 25 developers used the tool in our organization.
What about the implementation team?
The solution was deployed by the vendor.
What other advice do I have?
Only developers can use the tool. We have used Microsoft .NET Framework for web-based applications. If someone is planning to use the tool for the first time, they must learn the basics of .NET. They must go through some manual or training. The solution is easy to use if the user is a developer or some technical person. It’s a good application. Overall, I rate the product a six to seven out of ten.
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
Manager at CEMEX
Stable solution and complex initial setup process
Pros and Cons
- "The .NET Framework is easier to use because it provides a wide range of libraries."
- "The initial setup is complex."
What is our primary use case?
I use this framework to create backend services or work with data lakes.
What is most valuable?
The .NET Framework is easier to use because it provides a lot of libraries. I find it very useful. The difference, for example, with the .NET Core framework from Microsoft is that it's an open-source library and runs on multiple platforms.
What needs improvement?
There is room for improvement in the setup process and the support.
For how long have I used the solution?
In this technology, I have four years of experience. In my current organization, I create an API solution using the Microsoft .NET Framework for my microservices. I use .NET Framework 4.7 and 3.0. Both versions can serve as the core.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
It's stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
I create API solutions and web apps. Microsoft .NET Framework can be scaled. I have a solution that is designed for implementing transactions.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup is a bit complex. I would rate my experience with the initial setup a seven out of ten, with ten being the most complex.
What other advice do I have?
Overall, I would rate the solution a five out of ten.
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
Useful debugging, highly scalable, and priced well
Pros and Cons
- "The most valuable feature of Microsoft .NET Framework is debugging."
- "If AI could be incorporated in Microsoft .NET Framework it would be helpful."
What is our primary use case?
We utilize the Microsoft .NET Framework to develop software applications, including those that are dot net based. Our work involves a wide range of tasks, such as content management systems (CMS), website creation, database management, and data analysis. Whether it's related to content organization, database reporting, or intranet and internet solutions, we cover it all. Our toolkit includes Microsoft SQL and SQL cluster servers, enabling us to leverage a comprehensive set of tools and technologies.
We have this solution deployed on public and private clouds.
How has it helped my organization?
We are actively involved in software development and one of the companies we are affiliated with is Ingeniux.com. It is a mid-market content management software provider based in the United States. Our focus lies in content management, where we enhance the platform with numerous application extensions and plugins. Our target user base primarily consists of mid-cap corporations and universities. Ingeniux.com serves as a well-managed alternative to WordPress, offering superior functionality. While we also have experience working with WordPress, our primary development framework for Ingeniux.com is Microsoft .NET Framework.
What is most valuable?
The most valuable feature of Microsoft .NET Framework is debugging.
What needs improvement?
If AI could be incorporated in Microsoft .NET Framework it would be helpful.
In the majority of networks and development companies, individuals are not solely limited to using the Microsoft .NET Framework. Microsoft has made significant strides in integrating various technologies, enabling seamless data flow. This integration is prominently seen in visual studio, where Microsoft emphasizes streamlining the development process. While not entirely platform-agnostic, visual studio exhibits a high degree of compatibility with different platforms, allowing for greater flexibility in development.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Microsoft .NET Framework for approximately 20 years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
When utilizing Azure for hosting, the stability can be unreliable and inconsistent. It becomes a hit-or-miss situation. As a result, we prefer to host everything in our private cloud rather than relying on Microsoft's cloud services, as the stability is not optimal in the latter case.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
We have never had an issue with the scalability of the solution.
I rate the scalability of Microsoft .NET Framework a ten out of ten.
How are customer service and support?
The support provided by the Microsoft .NET Framework can be considered satisfactory to commendable. We have submitted numerous bug reports for Azure, and in some instances, their response indicated a lack of prior knowledge about the issues being already live.
How was the initial setup?
Starting from scratch can be a complex endeavor, but once you have prior experience, it becomes more predictable.
What was our ROI?
I have seen a return on investment using Microsoft .NET Framework.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
Considering the bigger picture, opting for the Microsoft ecosystem can be beneficial and it is priced well. When relying on entirely open-source solutions, you may encounter challenges associated with dealing with multiple vendors and potentially compromised security measures. However, it is important to note that Microsoft could enhance its performance when it comes to addressing critical security concerns.
What other advice do I have?
When conducting high-level bug analysis and providing feedback, the process often involves navigating through a complex maze of procedures. Opening a ticket may require going through various steps, making it challenging to reach someone directly involved in software debugging or problem resolution. The help desk system at Microsoft may exhibit elements of hierarchy and bureaucracy, which can add to the difficulty of accessing the appropriate support channels for addressing software issues.
I rate Microsoft .NET Framework an eight out of ten.
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
Principal System Developer at HHRC
Easy to use, scalable, and stable
Pros and Cons
- "The solution is easy to use."
- "The solution could improve by optimizing the memory for better performance."
What is our primary use case?
You are able to develop applications using Microsoft .NET Framework. It is a development framework.
How has it helped my organization?
Using Microsoft.NET Framework we developed many Line of Business Applications, which empowers digital transformation and optimized business processes.
What is most valuable?
Framework provide almost all the technology stacks requires for custom development, only issue is if not used properly, it will create undesirable results.
What needs improvement?
MVC framework could be better if provide little bit more restrictive framework. Instead of allowing developers to adapt anything they want.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Microsoft .NET Framework for approximately 15 years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The solution is stable because Mircosoft releases updates frequently.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The solution is scalable.
We have approximately 13 users using this solution.
How are customer service and support?
When we have contacted Microsoft Support they ask too many questions and requiring too many details. They sometimes do not assign the right person that has the knowledge to deal with the support ticket.
How was the initial setup?
The installation is straightforward. The time for the deployment depends on the environment, but it typically takes approximately 45 minutes.
What about the implementation team?
I did the implementation myself. However, I would recommend using a team of experts for the deployment and maintenance of the solution.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The solution is free but you need to pay for a license for the hosting service.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
Java server pages, j2ee.
What other advice do I have?
I would recommend this solution to others. However, they need to understand the capability of the Framework, and they should align their solution according to the Framework to prevent any showstopper or bottlenecks in their development process.
I rate Microsoft .NET Framework a nine out of ten.
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
Last updated: Sep 16, 2024
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An enterprise-grade platform that provides free online documentation
Pros and Cons
- "The most valuable thing about Microsoft .NET Framework is that it is an enterprise-grade language and platform."
- "Microsoft .NET Framework has a steep learning curve, which could be improved."
What is our primary use case?
We use Microsoft .NET Framework for testing and development for RPE.
What is most valuable?
The most valuable thing about Microsoft .NET Framework is that it is an enterprise-grade language and platform.
What needs improvement?
Microsoft .NET Framework has a steep learning curve, which could be improved.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Microsoft .NET Framework for five years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Microsoft .NET Framework is a stable solution.
I rate Microsoft .NET Framework a nine out of ten for stability.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Microsoft .NET Framework is a scalable solution. In my previous job, around 20 to 50 users used Microsoft .NET Framework.
I rate Microsoft .NET Framework a nine out of ten for scalability.
How was the initial setup?
The solution’s initial setup is easy.
What about the implementation team?
The solution takes only a few minutes or hours to deploy.
Just one person is required for the solution's deployment.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
Microsoft .NET Framework is a free, open source solution.
What other advice do I have?
We don't maintain the solution because it's a framework that does not need to be maintained.
I recommend users use the solution's online documentation because it's open and free.
Overall, I rate Microsoft .NET Framework a nine out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
Director at Cognition TechSystems
The solution provides everything an average developer needs right out of the box; comes with great Microsoft community
Pros and Cons
- "In my opinion, the best thing about Microsoft .NET is the fully featured framework. It provides most of the things which a normal developer requires of any application out of the box."
- "In my opinion, this solution can be improved by providing out-of-the-box support for different types of libraries."
What is our primary use case?
We design solutions for different applications and we use .NET core for the solutions' web portals. We primarily use .NET core for the back end of our services.
What is most valuable?
In my opinion, the best thing about Microsoft .NET is the fully featured framework. It provides most of the things which a normal developer requires of any application out of the box. There's also a great Microsoft community and support with the frame. Another important thing is that the latest versions are platinum diagnostic, which is quite valuable.
What needs improvement?
In my opinion, this solution can be improved by providing out-of-the-box support for different types of libraries.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using this solution for about 10 to 15 years now.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
My impression is that this solution is stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
My impression is that this solution is scalable.
How are customer service and support?
We have contacted their technical support many times. I would rate them a 10, on a scale from one to 10, with one being the worst and 10 being the best.
How was the initial setup?
My impression is that this solution is not complex to set up. Installing .NET usually takes only a few minutes. If you go for full-fledged and more components, it may take longer.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
If you want to go for development, there is an open-source ID call at video studio code. If you want to go for enterprise development, then there is a video studio professional or enterprise, which is a little costly for an individual. I think individual developers can do this work free of coupons. They don't need to pay anything to Microsoft for that.
What other advice do I have?
I am working as a consultant for this solution for various companies.
I would recommend this solution to other people.
I would rate this solution as a whole a 10, on a scale from one to 10, with one being the worst and 10 being the best.
If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use?
Microsoft Azure
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.

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