MVC vs. Razor Pages

A comparison of two popular front-end frameworks.

Introduction

MVC (Model-View-Controller) and Razor Pages are both frameworks for building web applications. MVC emphasizes separation of concerns, while Razor Pages leverages templating for rapid development.

Key Differences

When to Use MVC

Ideal for: Complex applications with strict requirements, large codebases, and a need for maintainability. Projects requiring extensive testing and debugging.

Consider it when: You need to build a highly scalable and maintainable application. The framework provides a solid structure for long-term development.

When to Use Razor Pages

Best for: Rapid prototyping, single-page applications, and projects where speed of development is paramount. Smaller, focused projects.

Use it when: You want to leverage templating for dynamic content generation. You value a simple, structured approach.

Resources

Learn more: MVC Documentation

Learn more: Razor Pages Documentation

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