RoguePlanetoid Podcast

.NET Framework ushered in new era for web developers with ASP .NET later joined by the browser-based subset of Silverlight. Description Peter, host of the RoguePlanetoid Podcast explores how .NET Framework reshaped the web, with ASP .NET opening the door to a new generation of dynamic, data‑driven sites and how it transformed his own early web experiments, later expanded by the promise of Silverli...

.NET Framework began a new era for desktop developers with Windows Forms joined later by the designer and developer partnership of Windows Presentation Foundation. Description Peter, host of the RoguePlanetoid Podcast, revisits the arrival of the .NET Framework for Desktop, reflecting on how Windows Forms and later Windows Presentation Foundation opened a new era of modern Windows development. Pet...

Visual Basic made Windows development approachable and accessible to learn for me as a beginner to then build with in business Description Peter, host of the RoguePlanetoid Podcast, shares his experiences of Visual Basic, reflecting on how it made Windows development approachable and assessable. Peter looks back on Visual Basic, which was created from the roots of BASIC to deliver drag-and-drop si...

BASIC or Beginner’s All-purpose Symbolic Instruction Codewas an introduction to the world of programming for many developers like me. Description Peter, host of the RoguePlanetoid Podcast, talks about hisexperiences with writing simple examples in BASIC from that dark blue and light blue screen and blinking prompt of Commodore BASIC on the Commodore 64 to using GW-BASIC on the Toshiba T-1200 to cr...

During 2025 there were more events either attending or presenting than ever before and renewed as a Microsoft MVP for the first time Description Peter, host of the RoguePlanetoid Podcast gives an overviewof 2025 which included presenting online and in person, being renewed as Microsoft MVP for .NET and Windows Developer for the first time as well as attending and being part of more events that eve...

About .NET 10 is a supercharged SDK enabling faster code andreducing costs at scale for a platform developers love and businesses trust Description Peter, host of RoguePlanetoid Podcast talks about .NET 10,the latest version of the free open-source framework for developing apps for web, cloud, desktop, mobile, agents with AI or ML and IoT along with games. Peter covers some of the latest features...

About Visual Studio 2026 is latest, smartest and fastest versionof the world’s most popular integrated development environment Description Peter, host of the RoguePlanetoid Podcast focuses on VisualStudio 2026, the latest version of the world’s most popular IDE for developers which boasts improved performance and modern interface with Fluent Design along with support for cutting-edge technologies...

About Tech Connect 2025 was a conference in Newcastle upon Tyneincluding talks along with a panel about the future of AI. Description Peter, host of the RoguePlanetoid Podcast, hosted a panel atthe Tech Connect 2025 conference in Newcastle upon Tyne. Panellists Mark Jose, Manila McLean and Nigel Hope from diverse backgrounds in software development, insurance, and entrepreneurship with shared insi...

About Create .NET applications faster with NuGet by consumingexisting packages or publish packages to share with the community. Description Peter, host of the RoguePlanetoid Podcast, in this episode focuses on NuGet which the package manager for .NET to allow developers to leverage existing code and contribute their own. Peter explains how NuGet enables developers to create, share, and consume lib...

About I’m proud and honoured to be recognised as a Microsoft MostValuable Professional for my expertise and influence in the community with .NET and Windows. Description Peter, recently re-awarded Microsoft Most ValuableProfessional, shares his journey from computer enthusiast to senior software engineer. He recounts his early passion for computers, university experiences, and professional growth...

About North East England, although often overlooked, is thrivingwith tech and creative startups or scaleups with events to celebrate Description Peter, host of the RoguePlanetoid Podcast, spotlights the thriving tech scene in North East England covering major events such as UK Startup and Scaleup Week, TechNExt and Tyne Design Week. Peter showcases the region's innovations and highlights the c...

About Microsoft Build 2025 covered empowering AI with interconnected agents and integrating AI capabilities into web, mobile or desktop applications Description Peter, host of the RoguePlanetoid Podcast covers MicrosoftBuild 2025 which focused on AI advancements highlighting keynotes emphasising the scaling of AI capabilities to sessions about Azure and Windows AI Foundryalong with SQL Server 2025...

About GitHub Copilot is an AI-powered coding assistant that suggests code that helps developers work faster, reduce boilerplate and explore ideas. Description Peter, host of the RoguePlanetoid Podcast, in this episode focuses on GitHub Copilot, an AI powered coding assistant where he traces the evolution of GitHub from its Git-based origins to its acquisition by Microsoft. Peter explains how GitHu...

About Microsoft is celebrating fifty years since being founded byBill Gates and Paul Allen in 1975 and has impacted many people including myself. Description Peter, host of the RoguePlanetoid Podcast exploresMicrosoft's 50-year journey from its founding by Bill Gates and Paul Allen in 1975. The episode covers Microsoft's evolution, from MS-DOS to Windows, Visual Studio, .NET, Xbox, and rec...

About Generative AI & .NET can be combined by developers tocreate intelligent applications that dynamically generate content or automate tasks Description In episode twenty-five host Peter explores the intersectionof Generative AI & .NET and discusses how developers can leverage AI models to create intelligent applications that dynamically generate content and automate tasks. This episode...

About 2024 was a year filled with more and different events thanever before, including my own and the highlight was becoming a Microsoft MVP! Description In episode twenty-four Peter, host of the RoguePlanetoidPodcast, reflects on a transformative 2024. He covers his journey to becoming a Microsoft MVP, organising events like Podcast Paddock and .NET Conf 2024 Newcastle upon Tyne and more. Peter d...

About .NET 9 is the latest, most productive, modern, secure, intelligent and performant version of .NET. Description In episode twenty-three of the RoguePlanetoid Podcast, host Peter explores the latest advancements in .NET 9 from Microsoft. This episode highlights the platform's enhanced performance, security, developer productivity features and introduces new user interface controls. Learn about...

About ASP.NET Core is the open-source cross-platform framework for building web applications and services with .NET and C#. Description In episode twenty-two of the RoguePlanetoid Podcast, host Peter explores the world of ASP.NET Core, the open-source, cross-platform framework for building web applications and services. Peter shares his journey from classic ASP to ASP.NET Core, highlighting the ev...

About Microsoft MVP Award celebrates outstanding community engagement, advocacy and knowledge sharing of Microsoft’s products and services. Description In episode twenty-one of the RoguePlanetoid Podcast, host Peter shares his journey to becoming a Microsoft MVP, highlighting the significance of the award in recognising community engagement and technical expertise. Peter reflects on his early prog...

About Windows 11 Widgets are a convenient and glanceable way to keep you informed and productive without interrupting your workflow . Description In episode twenty of the RoguePlanetoid Podcast, host Peter explores the features and benefits of Windows 11 Widgets which are customisable, interactive panels provide quick access to information and tasks directly from the Windows desktop, enhancing pro...

Presenting is a great way to share knowledge with others or for others to add to their knowledge from presentations. In episode nineteen of the RoguePlanetoid Podcast, host Peter explores the art of presenting, offering valuable insights for both beginners and seasoned professionals. He shares his personal journey, starting from attending local events in the northeast of England to becoming a conf...

North East England’s thriving tech scene is unfortunately often overlooked by the rest of the United Kingdom and most likely elsewhere Show Website - rogueplanetoid.com/podcast X - x.com/rogueplanetoid YouTube - youtube.com/@rogueplanetoid Links Newcastle Tech Digest - newcastletechdigest.substack.com RoguePlanetoid.com Articles - rogueplanetoid.com/articles TechNExt - technext.co.uk Credits Rogue...

How AI is transforming, impacting, and empowering people to do more with innovations from Microsoft, partners, and developers was the focus of Microsoft Build 2024 Show Website - rogueplanetoid.com/podcast X - x.com/rogueplanetoid YouTube - youtube.com/@rogueplanetoid Links Microsoft Build - build.microsoft.com Microsoft Build 2024 - Keynotes - rogueplanetoid.com/articles/microsoft-build-2024-keyn...

Uno Platform is an open-source platform for building native mobile, web, desktop and embedded apps in a single codebase using C# and XAML. Show Website - rogueplanetoid.com/podcast X - x.com/rogueplanetoid YouTube - youtube.com/@rogueplanetoid Links RoguePlanetoid Podcast - Episode Fourteen - XAML - rogueplanetoid.com/podcast/episode-fourteen RoguePlanetoid Podcast - Episode Fifteen - .NET MAUI -...

.NET MAUI or .NET Multi-platform App UI enables developers to build cross-platform desktop and mobile apps using the latest technologies. Show Website - rogueplanetoid.com/podcast X - x.com/rogueplanetoid YouTube - youtube.com/@rogueplanetoid Links RoguePlanetoid Podcast - Episode Fourteen - XAML - rogueplanetoid.com/podcast/episode-fourteen Xamarin Website - xamarin.com .NET MAUI Website - dot.ne...