AzureAD Authentication for .NET 8 Blazor Server-Side Rendering (SSR)

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AzureAD Authentication for .NET 8 Blazor Server-Side Rendering (SSR)

Overview

In the recent release of .NET 8, Microsoft has discontinued the AzureAD authentication template that was available for Blazor Server-Side Rendering (SSR) applications in .NET 7. This has created a need for a custom solution to integrate AzureAD authentication into .NET 8 Blazor SSR applications.

Objective

The main goal of this project is to replicate the functionality provided by the .NET 7 Blazor Server AzureAD template in .NET 8, ensuring a seamless authentication experience for users.

Requirements

• Develop a robust AzureAD authentication system for a .NET 8 Blazor SSR application.
• Ensure that the authentication flow is smooth and secure.
• Integrate necessary user management features such as sign-in, sign-out, and user profile retrieval.
• The solution should adhere to the best practices for security and performance.

Challenges

• Understanding the changes between .NET 7 and .NET 8 in terms of authentication mechanisms.
• Ensuring compatibility and stability across different browsers and devices.
• Migrating any existing applications from .NET 7 to .NET 8 without losing the AzureAD integration.

Outlook Integration with Syncfusion Calendar in Blazor SSR

Next Steps

• Incorporate Outlook: The immediate step is to integrate Outlook into the Blazor Server-Side Rendering (SSR) application. This integration is pivotal for leveraging the rich features of Outlook within the application.

• Syncfusion Calendar Component: Ensure that the Syncfusion calendar component is fully operational within the Blazor SSR environment. The calendar component should display events, reminders, and other relevant information fetched from the user's Outlook calendar.

• Seamless Synchronization: Focus on achieving seamless synchronization between the Outlook data and the Syncfusion calendar component. Any updates in the Outlook calendar, such as new events or changes in existing ones, should reflect in real-time within the Blazor application.

• User Experience: Enhance user interaction with the calendar component by providing intuitive controls for viewing, adding, and editing Outlook calendar events directly through the Blazor application.

• Security and Data Privacy: Ensure that the integration adheres to strict security standards, safeguarding user data and maintaining privacy during data transmission between Outlook and the Blazor application.

Goals

The primary goal is to create a cohesive and interactive experience for users, allowing them to manage their schedules and commitments effectively within the Blazor SSR application, powered by the robust features of Outlook and the Syncfusion calendar component.