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Blazor vs GWT: What are the differences?

Blazor and GWT are both web development frameworks that allow developers to build interactive web applications. However, there are several key differences between the two.

  1. Language: Blazor is primarily based on C# and .NET, whereas GWT is based on Java. This means that developers familiar with the respective languages will have an easier time getting started with the frameworks.

  2. Execution: Blazor applications are executed on the client side, using WebAssembly. This allows for high-performance and rich user experiences. GWT, on the other hand, compiles Java code into JavaScript, which is then executed in the client's browser.

  3. Component Model: Blazor follows a component-based model, where the user interface is built using reusable components. This makes it easier to build and maintain complex applications. GWT, on the other hand, uses a widget-based model, where the user interface is built using pre-defined widgets.

  4. Code Sharing: Blazor allows for code sharing between the server and client, which means that developers can write code that can be executed on both sides. This can lead to more efficient development and maintenance. GWT does not provide this feature.

  5. Tooling: Blazor has strong integration with Visual Studio and offers excellent tooling support. This includes features like debugging, autocompletion, and code refactoring. GWT also has integration with popular IDEs, but the tooling and support may not be as extensive as Blazor.

  6. Maturity: Blazor is a newer framework compared to GWT and is still evolving. While it has gained popularity quickly, it may not have the same level of maturity and community support as GWT. GWT, on the other hand, has been around for a longer time and has a stable and mature ecosystem.

In Summary, Blazor and GWT differ in the languages they are based on, execution methods, component models, code sharing capabilities, tooling support, and maturity of the frameworks.

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Pros of Blazor
Pros of GWT
  • 62
    Uses C#
  • 48
    No need to learn separate language or technology
  • 41
    Supports making a single page application
  • 39
    Tight integration with .NET project
  • 37
    Uses .NET standard library
  • 30
    Very little JavaScript required
  • 29
    Components
  • 27
    Shared classes between client and server
  • 27
    No need to compile, bundle and deploy separately
  • 24
    Cross Platform
  • 21
    Has Server AND Client hosting models
  • 18
    Very easy JavaScript interop if required
  • 17
    Third party state management i.e. Blazor-State
  • 14
    App state can be managed singleton objects
  • 4
    Portable Code across Mobile, Web and Desktop
  • 2
    Work with Electron/MAUI
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    Cons of Blazor
    Cons of GWT
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      Initial load time
    • 2
      Hard to inject javascript
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      What is Blazor?

      Blazor is a .NET web framework that runs in any browser. You author Blazor apps using C#/Razor and HTML.

      What is GWT?

      It is a development toolkit for building and optimizing complex browser-based applications. Its goal is to enable productive development of high-performance web applications without the developer having to be an expert in browser quirks, XMLHttpRequest, and JavaScript.

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