Jamesnet.Wpf

A comprehensive WPF framework library for .NET Core-based applications, extending Prism and CommunityToolkit.Mvvm

Project Overview

Jamesnet.Wpf is a powerful WPF framework library designed for modern .NET Core-based applications. It builds upon and extends the capabilities of key libraries to provide a comprehensive solution for building robust, maintainable, and scalable WPF applications in the .NET Core ecosystem.

Key Features and Implementations

1. .NET Core Optimized

• Fully compatible with .NET Core's dependency management system
• Leverages .NET Core's enhanced performance and cross-platform capabilities

2. Advanced Dependency Injection

• Builds upon Prism.Unity for a streamlined dependency injection system
• Efficient management of singleton instances and types

3. Enhanced MVVM Architecture

• Extends CommunityToolkit.Mvvm with additional MVVM utilities
• Simplified view registration and view/viewmodel connections
• Region management for view injection

4. Resource Management

• Dynamic resource binding capabilities
• Integrated theming and localization structures

5. UI Components and Utilities

• Geometry Path icons for vector graphics
• Enhanced Grid functionalities leveraging WpfAutoGrid.Core
• Custom controls like JamesPanel, JamesContent, JamesWindow

6. Application Framework

• Extended Application class (JamesApplication) based on PrismApplication
• Comprehensive WPF framework architecture design for .NET Core

Technology Stack

• .NET 8.0+ (Core-based)
• WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation)

Core Dependencies

Jamesnet.Wpf leverages the following key libraries:

1. Prism.Unity

• Provides a powerful MVVM framework and modular architecture
• Enables loosely coupled, testable, and maintainable applications
• Offers advanced features like dependency injection and event aggregation

2. CommunityToolkit.Mvvm

• Simplifies MVVM pattern implementation
• Provides source generators for boilerplate reduction
• Offers a rich set of helpers and base classes for viewmodels

3. WpfAutoGrid.Core

• Enhances WPF's Grid control with auto-layout capabilities
• Simplifies complex grid definitions
• Improves readability and maintainability of XAML layouts

Getting Started

Prerequisites

• Visual Studio 2022 or later
• Jetbrains Rider
• .NET 8.0 SDK or later
• Windows 11 recommended

Installation

Install the Jamesnet.Wpf NuGet package in your .NET Core WPF project:

dotnet add package Jamesnet.Wpf

Or via the NuGet Package Manager:

Install-Package Jamesnet.Wpf

Usage in .NET Core Projects

Jamesnet.Wpf is specifically designed for .NET Core-based WPF applications. It takes full advantage of .NET Core's dependency management system, allowing for more flexible and efficient application architecture.

Key benefits in .NET Core:

• Simplified dependency management
• Enhanced performance
• Better compatibility with modern .NET ecosystems

Jamesnet.Wpf is used in numerous GitHub projects, including:

• WPF: League of Legends
• Reflector
• ColorPicker
• ICommander
• DevFlow
• WPF Explorer
• Theme Switch
• Riot Play Button
• Magic Navigation
• Riot Slider
• Smart Date
• Cupertino TreeView

Key Components

• JamesPanel
• JamesGrid : AutoGrid
• JamesContent : ContentControl
• JamesWindow : Window
• JamesApplication : PrismApplication
• JamesDataGrid : DataGrid
• ViewModelLocationScenario
• WireDataContext
• ObservableBase : ObservableObject
• IViewable, IViewLoadable, IViewCreatable
• SmartField, TextField, ComboField, DateField, CheckField

Contributing

Contributions to Jamesnet.Wpf are welcome! Please feel free to submit issues, create pull requests, or suggest improvements.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.

Contact

• Website: https://jamesnet.dev
• Email: james@jamesnet.dev, lukewire129@ghamil.com, vickyqu115@hotmail.com

Enhance your .NET Core WPF development experience with Jamesnet.Wpf!