dotnet-upgrade

Analyze .NET projects and plan incremental upgrades to .NET 8.

Updated Nov 21, 2025
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Skill: dotnet-upgrade
Source: https://github.com/lluppesms/dadabase.demo/tree/main/.github/skills/dotnet-upgrade
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/lluppesms/dadabase.demo --skill dotnet-upgrade-lluppesms

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a comprehensive framework for analyzing, planning, and executing .NET framework upgrades, minimizing complexity and ensuring a smooth transition.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Project Analysis: Classify projects, review dependencies, and detect legacy configurations.
  • Upgrade Planning: Recommend upgrade order, strategy, and progress tracking.
  • Code & Framework Updates: Guide target framework selection, code modernization, and async pattern conversion.
  • CI/CD & Testing: Assist in updating build pipelines and establishing validation strategies.
  • Use Case: A development team needs to upgrade a large .NET solution from .NET Framework 4.8 to .NET 8. This Skill can guide them through identifying all projects, planning the upgrade sequence, updating NuGet packages, modifying CI/CD pipelines, and setting up validation tests.

Quick Start

Use the dotnet-upgrade skill to analyze the current .NET projects and suggest an upgrade path to .NET 8.

Frequently Asked Questions about dotnet-upgrade

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I plan a .NET upgrade from .NET Framework 4.8 to .NET 8?

To plan a .NET 8 upgrade, classify projects, review dependencies, and detect legacy configurations to establish an incremental upgrade order and strategy. This minimizes complexity by tracking progress and identifying breaking changes throughout the migration.

Can I get guidance on updating CI/CD pipelines for a .NET 8 migration?

Yes, .NET 8 migration guidance includes assistance for updating CI/CD build pipelines and establishing validation strategies. This ensures your build automation correctly targets the new framework and runs thorough validation tests post-upgrade.

What is the best way to analyze NuGet package compatibility before a framework migration?

The best way to analyze NuGet package compatibility during a framework migration is to perform a comprehensive project assessment. This process reviews all dependencies, identifies legacy configurations, and flags potential breaking changes before targeting the new framework.

How do I handle code modernization and async pattern conversion during a .NET upgrade?

Handling code modernization during a .NET upgrade involves guided target framework selection and converting legacy patterns to async patterns. This modernization effort ensures your codebase fully utilizes the performance and syntax improvements available in .NET 8.

Does this approach support incremental upgrades for large .NET solutions?

Yes, this approach fully supports incremental upgrades tailored for large .NET solutions. It guides development teams through the upgrade sequence, modifying dependencies and CI/CD pipelines gradually to ensure a smooth transition without halting overall development.