XAML vs Qt

Developers should learn XAML when building rich, data-driven user interfaces for Windows desktop applications using WPF or cross-platform mobile apps with Xamarin meets developers should learn qt when building cross-platform desktop applications, embedded systems, or mobile apps that require a consistent ui across windows, macos, linux, android, and ios. Here's our take.

XAML

Nice Pick

Developers should learn XAML when building rich, data-driven user interfaces for Windows desktop applications using WPF or cross-platform mobile apps with Xamarin

Pros

• Forms, as it provides a clean separation between UI and code-behind logic, enhancing maintainability and enabling designer-developer workflows
• Related to: wpf, uwp

Cons

• Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

Qt

Developers should learn Qt when building cross-platform desktop applications, embedded systems, or mobile apps that require a consistent UI across Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS

Pros

• It is particularly valuable for projects needing high performance, native integration, and extensive widget libraries, such as in automotive, medical devices, or industrial automation software
• Related to: c-plus-plus, qml

Cons

• Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

The Verdict

These tools serve different purposes. XAML is a language while Qt is a framework. We picked XAML based on overall popularity, but your choice depends on what you're building.

The Bottom Line

XAML wins

Based on overall popularity. XAML is more widely used, but Qt excels in its own space.