.NET Rocks! C# 14 with Dustin Campbell
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Aug 21, 2025 Dustin Campbell, a Principal Software Architect at Microsoft, unveils the exciting developments in C# 14. He shares insights on how new features are selected and discusses the long-awaited extension members. The conversation dives into the delicate balance between language, framework, and tooling, alongside advancements in Razor Pages. Listeners will enjoy Dustin's reflections on coding efficiency innovations and the evolving landscape of .NET tooling—all sprinkled with a dash of tech history and humor.
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Previews Shape Real Language Features
- C# 14 previews let features crystallize by putting them in developers' hands early.
- Dustin uses previews to gather feedback and finalize cohesive feature sets.
Long Road To Language Design
- Many C#14 features are long-planned continuations rather than sudden ideas.
- Extension members evolved over several versions before landing on a familiar design.
Adopt New Syntax Via Tooling Guidance
- Use new syntax only when it improves clarity or efficiency for your codebase.
- Let tooling guide adoption and prefer consistency within a project.