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December 3, 2025LeadByExample

`LeadByExample()`: Jakub Chodounsky on Pragmatic Engineering, the YOLO Mindset, and Why Best Practices Aren't Always Best

Hatch CTO and newsletter creator Jakub Chodounsky shares pragmatic engineering lessons, the YOLO mindset, and when best practices hurt more than help.

August 1, 2025MS Build 2025

The Evolution of .NET: Integrating AI and Mobile-Native Capabilities in Modern Web Applications

Iron Software’s Recap of .NET Community Standup: Beth Massi, joined by Matthew Leobowitz and Gerald Versluis, showed how devs can build AI-powered, mobile-native web apps using Blazor, .NET MAUI, and AI Foundry.

June 30, 2025MS Build 2025

Build 2025: AI & .NET Outlook for Iron Software Customers

Dives into how AI is being integrated into .NET, covering document processing, intelligent agents, and automation, topics that directly complement the workflows IronOCR, IronPDF and the rest of IronSoftware tools help you build

May 15, 2025MS Build 2025

Your Guide to Microsoft Build 2025 - What Developers Using Iron Software Should Watch

An Iron Software developer shares what they're most excited about from Microsoft Build 2025. This blog highlights key .NET sessions from the event and serves as your developer-focused guide to what matters most from cross-platform updates to AI integration and performance tools.

May 15, 2025Modern .NET

Why It's Time to Migrate from .NET Framework to Modern .NET? .NET upgrade assistant is here.

This blog explains why developers should migrate from .NET Framework to modern .NET (6 and beyond). It covers the benefits of upgrading, common issues with legacy projects, and how tools like the .NET Upgrade Assistant and Iron Software simplify the migration process without requiring a full rewrite.

May 8, 2025.NET Conf

What's New in .NET Aspire 9.2 - A Quick Dev Perspective from Iron Software

Microsoft's .NET Aspire 9.2 release brings powerful enhancements for building and managing distributed applications and at Iron Software, we're particularly excited about how these updates intersect with the tools our customers rely on.

April 24, 2025.NET Conf

Key Recap: .NET Conf - Focus on Modernization 2025

This recap highlights key takeaways from Microsoft's .NET Conf: Focus on Modernization, including continuous modernization, advancements in cloud-native development, and how Iron Software's .NET tools support developers working with legacy systems and modernizing document workflows.

April 3, 2025Microsoft

Response to Milan Jovanovic: Why IronPDF Is the Go-To Tool for Real-World PDF Generation in .NET

In this article, Microsoft MVP and Software Architect Milan Jovanović demonstrates how to generate professional PDF documents in ASP.NET Core using IronPDF. He walks through code examples, and key features that make IronPDF a powerful tool for .NET developers building modern web applications.

February 5, 2025

C# Libraries (Updated List of .NET Projects in the Modern World)

C# is a flexible programming language from Microsoft among other programming languages, excellent for crafting data structures and building various types of applications like console app, web, mobile, and desktop apps.

November 16, 2024

Embracing the API-First Future: How Iron Software's Tools Can Support Your API Development Needs

Iron Software supports the API-First development model with versatile .NET libraries designed for speed, collaboration, and reliability. From PDF generation to OCR and Excel processing, their tools enable developers to create robust, secure APIs quickly. With cost-effective solutions and accessible documentation, Iron Software ensures scalability, productivity, and high-quality results, empowering API-first organizations to thrive in today’s interconnected digital landscape..

August 22, 2024

AI at the Forefront: Key Takeaways from .NET Conf: Focus on AI 2024

The recent .NET Conf: Focus on AI 2024 event was a deep dive into the evolving intersection of AI and .NET, showcasing how developers can harness the power of artificial intelligence to build smarter, more responsive applications.

June 11, 2024

Insights from Microsoft Build 2024: A Look Ahead with Iron Software

Following Microsoft Build 2024, Iron Software's engineers delve into the latest .NET updates, highlighting advancements in AI integration, cloud-native development with .NET Aspire, and the introduction of C# 13. These innovations empower developers to create efficient, versatile applications across platforms, aligning perfectly with Iron Software’s mission to provide cutting-edge .NET libraries like IronPDF, IronOCR, and IronBarcode.

April 2, 2024Insights

Microsoft's Copilot for Security and Iron Software's OpenAI Integration: Advancements in Cybersecurity and Document Enhancement

Copilot for Security, scheduled for global release on April 1, 2024, is set to transform cybersecurity practices globally. Leveraging generative AI, Copilot empowers security and IT professionals with unparalleled insights and guidance, enhancing their ability to detect and mitigate security risks effectively.

November 12, 2023Insights

A Response to Milan Jovanovic's Positive Review of IronPDF

We weigh in on the article that Milan wrote a few weeks back on his impression of IronPDF

October 31, 2023Insights

Boosting Productivity: The Art of Taking Breaks

Research shows breaks improve focus, creativity & problem-sovling.

August 30, 2023Insights

Chief Technology Officer: Why They're Vital and How to Become One

The role of a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) is of paramount importance in most technology businesses.

July 5, 2023Insights

The Paradox of Technical Debt: Balancing Innovation and Long-Term Stability

By leveraging the power of this library, we can programmatically create PDF documents from HTML content in our C++ applications.

May 25, 2023Events

Microsoft Build Conference 2023 Session Summary: Cloud Native and Linux on Microsoft Azure

We summarize the main highlights the Microsoft Build 2023 Session called "Cloud Native and Linux on Microsoft Azure".

May 25, 2023Events

Microsoft Build Conference 2023 Session Summary: Development with Accessibility in Mind

In this post, we highlight the key takeaways from the session conducted during the recent Microsoft Build Conference on "Development with Accessibility in Mind".

May 24, 2023Events

Microsoft Build Conference 2023 Session Summary: The Era of the AI Copilot

This post summarizes the talk given by presenter Kevin Scott called "The Era of the AI Copilot" during this year's Microsoft Build Conference.

May 24, 2023Events

Microsoft Build Conference 2023 Session Summary: Cloud Native Development with .NET 8

We provide a synopsis of the key points of "Cloud Native Development with .NET 8" talk presented by Brady Gaster during the 2023 Microsoft Build Conference.

March 27, 2023Insights

The Rise of AI in Software Engineering

AI is providing immense benefits to software engineers, as Artem Koloskov, Iron Software's Senior Software Engineer, explains.

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Industry News

`LeadByExample()`: Jakub Chodounsky on Pragmatic Engineering, the YOLO Mindset, and Why Best Practices Aren't Always Best

The Evolution of .NET: Integrating AI and Mobile-Native Capabilities in Modern Web Applications

Build 2025: AI & .NET Outlook for Iron Software Customers

Your Guide to Microsoft Build 2025 - What Developers Using Iron Software Should Watch

Why It's Time to Migrate from .NET Framework to Modern .NET? .NET upgrade assistant is here.

What's New in .NET Aspire 9.2 - A Quick Dev Perspective from Iron Software

Key Recap: .NET Conf - Focus on Modernization 2025

Response to Milan Jovanovic: Why IronPDF Is the Go-To Tool for Real-World PDF Generation in .NET

C# Libraries (Updated List of .NET Projects in the Modern World)

Embracing the API-First Future: How Iron Software's Tools Can Support Your API Development Needs

AI at the Forefront: Key Takeaways from .NET Conf: Focus on AI 2024

Insights from Microsoft Build 2024: A Look Ahead with Iron Software

Microsoft's Copilot for Security and Iron Software's OpenAI Integration: Advancements in Cybersecurity and Document Enhancement

A Response to Milan Jovanovic's Positive Review of IronPDF

Boosting Productivity: The Art of Taking Breaks

Chief Technology Officer: Why They're Vital and How to Become One

The Paradox of Technical Debt: Balancing Innovation and Long-Term Stability

Microsoft Build Conference 2023 Session Summary: Cloud Native and Linux on Microsoft Azure

Microsoft Build Conference 2023 Session Summary: Development with Accessibility in Mind

Microsoft Build Conference 2023 Session Summary: The Era of the AI Copilot

Microsoft Build Conference 2023 Session Summary: Cloud Native Development with .NET 8

The Rise of AI in Software Engineering

Industry News

LeadByExample(): Jakub Chodounsky on Pragmatic Engineering, the YOLO Mindset, and Why Best Practices Aren't Always Best

The Evolution of .NET: Integrating AI and Mobile-Native Capabilities in Modern Web Applications

Build 2025: AI & .NET Outlook for Iron Software Customers

Your Guide to Microsoft Build 2025 - What Developers Using Iron Software Should Watch

Why It's Time to Migrate from .NET Framework to Modern .NET? .NET upgrade assistant is here.

What's New in .NET Aspire 9.2 - A Quick Dev Perspective from Iron Software

Key Recap: .NET Conf - Focus on Modernization 2025

Response to Milan Jovanovic: Why IronPDF Is the Go-To Tool for Real-World PDF Generation in .NET

C# Libraries (Updated List of .NET Projects in the Modern World)

Embracing the API-First Future: How Iron Software's Tools Can Support Your API Development Needs

AI at the Forefront: Key Takeaways from .NET Conf: Focus on AI 2024

Insights from Microsoft Build 2024: A Look Ahead with Iron Software

Microsoft's Copilot for Security and Iron Software's OpenAI Integration: Advancements in Cybersecurity and Document Enhancement

A Response to Milan Jovanovic's Positive Review of IronPDF

Boosting Productivity: The Art of Taking Breaks

Chief Technology Officer: Why They're Vital and How to Become One

The Paradox of Technical Debt: Balancing Innovation and Long-Term Stability

Microsoft Build Conference 2023 Session Summary: Cloud Native and Linux on Microsoft Azure

Microsoft Build Conference 2023 Session Summary: Development with Accessibility in Mind

Microsoft Build Conference 2023 Session Summary: The Era of the AI Copilot

Microsoft Build Conference 2023 Session Summary: Cloud Native Development with .NET 8

The Rise of AI in Software Engineering

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`LeadByExample()`: Jakub Chodounsky on Pragmatic Engineering, the YOLO Mindset, and Why Best Practices Aren't Always Best