WinUIpad Developer Struggles With Windows App SDK

The developer reports delays and frustration in WinUIpad development as of March 2026, citing blocking limitations in the Windows App SDK and difficulties reaching feature parity with WPF and WinUI 3 controls. They explored alternatives including SwiftUI, React Native, and Uno Platform while experimenting with AI tools like GitHub Copilot and Anthropic Claude Pro ($20/month). The author adopts a monthly-focus approach to use AI to advance the project.