Xamarin Uno Platform WinUI XAML
Apr 4, 2019

Vývoj Uno Platform (část 2.)

Vítejte v druhé části vývoje našeho prvního pull requestu do Uno Platform. Tentokrát se podíváme na existující implementaci třídy DisplayInformation, přidáme do ukázkové aplikace novou stránku na které náš kód budeme testovat, seznámíme se s projektem UWPSyncGenerator a implementujeme ScreenWidthInRawPixels a ScreenHeightInRawPixels. Přečtěte si článek pro více informací!

Xamarin Uno Platform WinUI XAML
Apr 4, 2019

Contributing to the Uno Platform (part 2)

Join us on the journey towards our first Uno Platform contribution! In this blog post, we explore the current implementation of the DisplayInformation class, update the samples app for testing, and meet the UWPSyncGenerator. Get a sneak peek into the process of contributing to Uno and implementing DisplayInformation properties for Android and iOS. Exciting things are happening, so stay tuned for the next installment!

Uno Platform WinUI XAML
Mar 27, 2019

Contributing to the Uno Platform (part 1)

In this blog post, the author introduces the Uno Platform, a cross-platform framework that brings the Universal Windows Platform to all platforms. The post covers the basics of Uno, including its philosophy and how it differs from other cross-platform frameworks like Xamarin.Forms and Avalonia UI. The author also provides step-by-step instructions on how to create an Uno app and build Uno.UI. If you're interested in contributing to a large project like Uno, this blog post provides valuable insights and guidance. Stay tuned for the next article where the author will discuss implementing a specific feature for Uno.

Xamarin XAML
Mar 5, 2019

How a simple row or column span can make or break your Xamarin.Forms Grid

Discover a surprising issue with Xamarin.Forms' Grid layout. Improperly managing the Span properties can result in unexpected behavior. Learn how a "faux" column is generated and how to ensure your Spans have the right size to avoid breaking your Grid layouts.

Xamarin XAML
Feb 27, 2019

Removing Row and Column Spacing from Xamarin.Forms Grid

Discover how to eliminate the default spacing in Xamarin.Forms Grids and achieve pixel-perfect layouts. Learn how to use styles and ResourceDictionary to create a project-wide solution for spacing-less Grids. Find out more in this informative blog post!

Xamarin XAML
Feb 21, 2019

Improved image organization in Xamarin.Forms with pseudo-folders

Learn how to organize and reference local images in your Xamarin.Forms projects with the FileImage markup extension. Discover how to create a pseudo-folder structure on Android and iOS using image filenames, and see examples of the folder-like structure. Find out how to add this functionality to your existing FileImage markup extension and reference images in XAML. Plus, learn how to use these paths from code and get a sneak peek at future updates to Xamarin.Forms. Don't miss out on this valuable tool for managing your local images!

Xamarin WinUI XAML
Feb 19, 2019

How to keep local images out of root folder of Xamarin.Forms UWP project

If you've been struggling with Xamarin.Forms for UWP and its peculiar requirement of storing local images in the root folder of the project, I have a workaround for you. Check out my custom markup extension that provides a simpler way to handle image sources in XAML. And the good news is, a built-in solution is on the way! Read more about it here.

Visual Studio Xamarin WinUI General XAML
Feb 4, 2019

10 lovely things you should tell your friends about Xamarin ❤

Discover 10 lovely things about Xamarin, the fantastic platform for building cross-platform apps. From its origins and commitment to open source, to its use of C# and full access to native APIs, Xamarin offers developers a powerful and flexible tool. Learn about Xamarin.Forms' rapid growth, the ability to use native libraries, and the exciting possibilities of .NET Embedding. Find out how Uno Platform brings UWP to multiple platforms and how MvvmCross enables MVVM everywhere. Finally, explore the wealth of Xamarin resources including podcasts, blogs, and events. Come and discover why Xamarin is truly unique!

Xamarin WinUI
Dec 22, 2018

Supporting Chinese localization in UWP apps

Are you struggling to add Chinese translation to your UWP app? Check out this blog post to find out why the system doesn't recognize Chinese culture and learn how to fix it. Don't miss the important takeaway that will help you properly display Chinese resources in your app!

Xamarin Development WinUI XAML
Nov 22, 2018

XAML Compiled Bindings (Xamarin.Forms performance reminder)

Discover the power of compiled bindings in Xamarin.Forms! Not only do they improve performance, but they also provide compile-time confidence, avoiding common data binding errors. Learn how to enable and use compiled bindings in your XAML pages and boost your developer productivity. Check out the full article for more details and examples.

Xamarin Development WinUI XAML
Nov 22, 2018

XAML Compiled Bindings (výkonnostní tip pro Xamarin.Forms)

"Chcete, aby vaše Xamarin.Forms aplikace běžela rychleji a bez chyb? Zjistěte, proč byste měli zvolit compiled bindings a jak je použít. Zlepšete výkon a kontrolu při kompilaci s touto úžasnou funkcí!"

Xamarin Development
Sep 27, 2018

Xamarin.Forms Performance Reminder - Fast Renderers

Discover how Fast Renderers can significantly improve the performance of your Xamarin.Forms apps on Android. Learn what Fast Renderers are, how they work, and how to enable them for your project. Boost your app's speed and efficiency today!