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NuGet

The package manager for .NET.

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Overview

NuGet is the package manager for .NET. The NuGet client tools provide the ability to produce and consume packages. The NuGet Gallery is the central package repository used by all package authors and consumers. While NuGet.org is the public repository, the NuGet protocol can be used to host private feeds using tools like Azure Artifacts, MyGet, or ProGet.

✨ Key Features

  • The official package manager for the .NET ecosystem
  • Large public repository of open-source packages
  • Integration with Visual Studio and the .NET CLI
  • Support for private hosting
  • Dependency management for .NET projects

🎯 Key Differentiators

  • The official and central repository for the .NET community
  • Vast collection of open-source packages
  • Deep integration with the .NET development tools

Unique Value: Provides the central hub for the .NET ecosystem, enabling developers to easily share, discover, and consume reusable code, which significantly accelerates development.

🎯 Use Cases (4)

Sharing and consuming open-source .NET libraries Managing dependencies for .NET applications Creating and publishing your own .NET packages Hosting a private repository of .NET packages

✅ Best For

  • Package management for .NET development

💡 Check With Vendor

Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:

  • Managing non-.NET packages or artifacts

🏆 Alternatives

Azure Artifacts MyGet ProGet

While other tools provide private hosting for NuGet packages, NuGet.org is the indispensable public repository for the entire .NET community.

💻 Platforms

Web API Cloud

🔌 Integrations

Visual Studio .NET CLI Azure DevOps Rider

🔒 Compliance & Security

✓ GDPR

💰 Pricing

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Free Tier Available

Free tier: NuGet.org is free for public package hosting.

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