Jonathan Peppers

Last 30 days, have been a little busy! 👀 dotnet/android repo.

`dotnet watch` now works for .NET MAUI on Android AND iOS in .NET 11 Preview 4. Hot reload from the CLI. No IDE required. Change your code, save, see it on device. https://devblogs.microsoft.com/dotnet/dotnet-11-preview-4/

I've been using an internal preview of the GitHub app for my full time "IDE" for last month or so. It's weird, I've used Visual Studio for 20 years -- and now I don't even use IDEs anymore. github.blog/changelog/20...

Just shipped a massive release of dotnes! A testament to vibe coding for fun. Many samples working now! github.com/jonathanpepp...

.NET 11 Preview 1 is out! devblogs.microsoft.com/dotnet/dotne... We've been working on better framework and device selection to streamline 'dotnet run' for .NET MAUI. Try it out and let us know how it works!

I think I'm finally bored of funemployment and ready for something new. Hit me up if you know of anyone looking for a solid desktop or backend .NET Senior Software Engineer. I prefer startups or smaller companies, but whatever. CV: jpobst.com

Discover how AI is revolutionizing .NET diagnostic tooling. In this #dotNETConf session replay, we explore the latest advancements, including automated performance analysis, intelligent error detection, and AI-driven debugging workflows. 🎥 msft.it/63322tsV5Q

Reposting here, just because this is 👨‍🍳🤌 #startrek #kittens #engage

We now have an official profiling doc for .NET MAUI: learn.microsoft.com/dotnet/maui/... This gathers info from various wikis in one place and has simplified instructions for dotnet-dsrouter!

My @microsoftteams.bsky.social #MSTeams keeps popping this up, weird.

I’m working on a new genre of short film at www.tiktok.com/@jonpeppersk... Please let me know if these are any good, this is my life’s work.

What it’s like working at MSFT these days

Don’t ask me how my day went

Dear .NET community Announcing our official collaboration with Microsoft! We’re stepping up our contributions to .NET, helping advance the ecosystem as a whole.

Big news for .NET MAUI developers! Google Play now supports 16 KB page sizes, making it easier to publish apps built with #dotNETMAUI on Android devices using modern hardware. Learn how this impacts your MAUI projects and what steps you need to take: msft.it/63324stSSk

From Xamarin MVP to shaping the future of cross-platform dev—Jon Peppers shares his journey and insights on the #dotNETMAUI team. Hear how his experience spans everything from WPF self-checkout systems to home automation on Extreme Home Makeover. Listen now: msft.it/63325ssG2W

Also part of our last AMA was @jonathanpeppers.bsky.social talking to us about the 5 million+ download hit, Draw a Stickman: EPIC. Watch it here - www.youtube.com/watch?v=qvjr... .

Our 11th "Open Hours" AMA When: Wednesday 20th of August @ 12:00 EDT, 16:00 UTC, 17:00 BST, 18:00 CET More details here: monogame.net/blog/2025-08... Special Guest - @jonathanpeppers.bsky.social of Draw a Stickman EPIC❗️ Join via: discord.gg/H2tAkbSq?eve... See you there!

Join us for our 11th "Open Hours" AMA When: Wednesday 20th of August, @ 12:00 EDT, 16:00 UTC, 17:00 BST, 18:00 CET More details here: monogame.net/blog/2025-08... Special Guest - @jonathanpeppers.bsky.social of Draw a Stickman EPIC❗️ Join via: discord.gg/H2tAkbSq?eve... See you there!

The .NET MAUI team is using GitHub Copilot to automate the boring stuff—PRs, tests, and more. Want better results? Add a .github/copilot-instructions.md to guide it. #GitHubCopilot is reshaping #DevLife 🔗 msft.it/63320S74m0

Posted some tips on how the .NET MAUI team assigns "easy tasks" to GitHub Copilot Coding Agent: devblogs.microsoft.com/dotnet/maui-...

Whoa! @JonathanPeppers’ .NES lets you code #CSharp for the NES! Hear about compiling C# to binary with AOT, tackle memory and sprites, and build retro games. Amp up your coding game... Listen in. 🎧 https://msft.it/63327SraRU

MSBuild target graph. Hope it helps!

Discover the exciting new features in .NET MAUI with .NET 9! ⚡ Enjoy enhanced performance, improved productivity, and a smoother development experience. Check out the future of app development and see the difference! https://msft.it/63327UhVj1 #dotNETMAUI

Just posted some goodies about .NET MAUI in .NET 9: devblogs.microsoft.com/dotnet/dotne...

If you missed my MAUI and NativeAOT session at .NET conf, it’s now on YouTube: youtu.be/dcUN7c2w-Rg