Windows Forms
Windows Forms is a graphical user interface (GUI) framework for building desktop applications on the Windows platform, part of the .NET Framework and .NET Core/.NET 5+. It provides a set of controls, such as buttons and text boxes, and an event-driven programming model for creating rich, interactive Windows applications. It is primarily used with C# or Visual Basic .NET for rapid development of traditional desktop software.
Developers should learn Windows Forms when building legacy or maintenance-heavy Windows desktop applications, especially for internal business tools, utilities, or software targeting older Windows versions where compatibility is key. It is ideal for projects requiring a simple, drag-and-drop interface design with minimal dependencies, as it integrates seamlessly with Visual Studio and offers straightforward data binding and event handling for quick prototyping.