Best Frontend Technology Choice for .NET Developer Career Growth

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I have been working as a backend developer for about a decade. My frontend experience is mostly limited to older technologies like MVC and jQuery. Now I want to improve my frontend skills and learn modern UI libraries such as React or Angular.

Currently I am building a side project that connects a React frontend with a .NET Web API. I need advice on the technology stack. Should I continue with basic React setup using Vite, or is it worth learning a meta-framework like Next.js instead?

I am also considering Angular but from what I can see, there seem to be more job postings that combine React with .NET backend. What would give me better chances in the job market? Any suggestions on which path to take for career advancement would be helpful.

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interesting dilemma! what companies are you targeting? i’ve seen enterprises still love angular while startups lean react. are you planning to stay fullstack or specialize in frontend? that could help decide if next.js complexity is worth it.

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totally agree! starting with react/vite keeps it simple. once you get the hang of things, maybe dive into next.js. and yeah, react combined with .NET seems to be the way to go for job opportunities. good luck with your project!