Microsoft Silverlight [EOL] vs Microsoft Visual Studio comparison

Microsoft Silverlight [EOL] and Microsoft Visual Studio are both solutions in the .NET Development Services category. Additionally, 96% of Microsoft Visual Studio users are willing to recommend the solution.

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Microsoft Silverlight [EOL]

Average Rating

0.0

Number of Reviews

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No ranking in other categories

Microsoft Visual Studio

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

7.6

Number of Reviews

100

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Eitan Gold

SQA Manager at Elmo Motion Control Ltd.

Test code efficiency improves with integrated debugger and automation

The test explorer is really important for us as it aids in testing, along with the regular debugger. Even though I forgot the term for it at the moment, there is an overall debugger tool within the IDE that is very effective. This comprehensive debugger tool does the job efficiently, making our work easier.

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Top Industries

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Manufacturing Company

16%

Computer Software Company

12%

Financial Services Firm

10%

Energy/Utilities Company

Performing Arts

15%

Computer Software Company

13%

Outsourcing Company

Manufacturing Company

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Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	36
Midsize Enterprise	19
Large Enterprise	49

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The setup cost rates about eight out of ten.

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What needs improvement with Microsoft Visual Studio?

I wish Microsoft Visual Studio was available on the Mac for improvement. I just wish it worked on the Mac.

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My main use case for Microsoft Visual Studio is writing file processing code and backend APIs. A specific example of the kind of file processing or API work I do with Microsoft Visual Studio is pro...

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Also Known As

Silverlight, MS Silverlight

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Overview

Silverlight is a powerful development tool for creating engaging, interactive user experiences for Web and mobile applications. Silverlight is a free plug-in, powered by the .NET framework and compatible with multiple browsers, devices and operating systems, bringing a new level of interactivity wherever the Web works.

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Visual Studio.NET is the umbrella that represents the key pieces of the .NET platform delivered from Microsoft, including the .NET Framework, the recently announced .NET Core, and a shared common layer of packages, compilers and runtime. Read this .NET blog post about the evolution of the platform and the different pieces that make .NET 2015.

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ESRI, Financial Analytical Service of Ministry of Finance, American Water Enterprises, Toyota Motor Europe, Comarch, Komako, Freelance World, AARCO

Knab, Hamburg Port Authority, Kecioren Municipality, National Instruments, Hamburg Port Authority, Government of Odisha, Kongsberg Maritime AS

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