C++ QT vs C# .NET for Windows Development [closed]

Question

I'm currently having some analysis paralysis in deciding which is better for me between C++ using the Qt framework, or C# using the .NET framework for developing a small to medium sided project I currently designing.

I have a little experience in both languages, slightly more in C++ however would probably still be considered a novice.

All the information I have read has been relativity outdated (being at least a couple of years old) and was wondering if there have been any updates that would swing the advantage one way or another, or if it really is just a matter of preference.

QT seems to support my particular requirements needs slightly better however the additional difficulty of working in C++ may offset taking me back to square 1.

My requirements are fairly simple, I will need rich text support, database connections, the ability to export to various file types and have a fairly dynamic GUI.

Anyone have any personally experiences or recommendations they wish to share?

Answer 1

I recommend to use Qt because:

• It's cross-platform and covers wide range of operating systems (including mobile)
• Writing in C++ gives you the opportunity to use libraries like the STL, Boost, etc;
• Using C++ gives you the benefit of running your app at high speed
• It is opensource and has a fast speed in getting better
• It has the a nice GUI designer and a very capable IDE (Qt Creator)
• The API design is excellent and easy to use
• It has a great documentation which is easy to read
• It has the Qt translation system which enables you to have a multilingual app
• The GUI layout system where the widgets resize themselves according to a layout makes everything much easier
• The QML gives you the power to create fantastic GUI with great graphics and animations
• It has great support for networking and connectivity(socket, SSL, www, IPC, ...)
• It has QTestLib for testing the code
• It has many language binding if you don't want to use C++

Answer 2

1. You can learn Qt easily if you know C++

2. All requirements you have given are completely feasible and easy to do in Qt

3. It doesn't require any VM for deployment but .NET needs that.

4. Your application will be cross platform

5. Creating custom UI is very much possible in Qt. You can create almost any kind of UI in Qt.