In this discussion, Rob Richardson, a software craftsman and Microsoft MVP, dives into the latest features of .NET Aspire 9.1. He highlights the benefits of OpenTelemetry and the simplicity of developing cloud applications with improved database management. The conversation also tackles the evolution of .NET for cloud deployment, exploring options like Azure Container Apps and Kubernetes. Rob shares insights on retrofitting existing apps and choosing between different containers, making it clear that there’s more than one route to success.

Rob Richardson, a Microsoft MVP and software craftsman, shares his insights on building cloud applications with .NET Aspire. He highlights the powerful features of Aspire, including OpenTelemetry and containerization, and discusses the challenges of adapting .NET for cloud environments. Rob delves into resilient strategies and the latest updates in Aspire 9.1, emphasizing security and performance. He also compares infrastructure as code tools like Pulumi and Terraform, showcasing their unique advantages in modern software development.