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Technologies

The Software Tools and Technologies Behind Your Projects

We build your software on proven, well-supported technologies. 

You Wouldn’t Hike the Appalachian Trail in Cheap Tennis Shoes 

Good custom software starts with good tools and platforms. Our team picks technologies based on hands-on experience, so we always ship software products with predictable quality. Below is a high-level look at the technologies we use, and each one has its own page with more detail. 

.NET

Most of what we build runs on .NET. C#, ASP.NET Core, and Entity Framework Core power the backend systems and APIs behind our projects, and .NET MAUI, Blazor, and Uno Platform let the same code reach web, mobile, and desktop users. Older .NET Framework, WPF, or WinForms apps can stay running, or our team can move them to modern .NET.
Learn more about .NET
.NET
C#
ASP.NET Core
Blazor
Aspire
Entity Framework Core
Dapper
SignalR
Microsoft Agent Framework
.NET MAUI
Uno Platform
Blazor Hybrid
Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF)
Windows Forms (WinForms)
WinUI
Claude Code
GitHub Copilot
Codex
Model Context Protocol (MCP)
Microsoft Agent Framework
Microsoft Foundry

AI & Agents

Trailhead builds AI features and agents on Microsoft Foundry, Azure, and .NET, using the Model Context Protocol (MCP) to connect them to your systems and data. Our own teams build software with Claude Code and multi-agent workflows, so we know where AI speeds delivery up and where it needs a human in the loop.
Learn more about AI & Agents

Web Technologies

Trailhead builds web front ends with React, Next.js, Angular, or Vue in TypeScript or JavaScript, or with Blazor when you'd rather keep the whole app in C#. Either way, CSS or Tailwind CSS makes them look good on any screen size. On the server side, we use ASP.NET Core, or Node.js when a project calls for JavaScript end to end.
Learn more about Web Technologies
ASP.NET Core
Blazor
HTML
CSS
Tailwind CSS
JavaScript
TypeScript
Node.js
React
Next.js
Angular
Vue.js
iOS
Android
.NET MAUI
Uno Platform
Blazor Hybrid
React Native
Flutter
Ionic
Azure Notification Hubs

Mobile Technologies

Most of the iOS and Android apps we build share one codebase across both platforms. C# teams get .NET MAUI, Uno Platform, or Blazor Hybrid, and teams working in JavaScript or Dart get React Native, Ionic, or Flutter. Our developers also build the features mobile apps depend on, like offline storage, GPS, and push notifications through Azure Notification Hubs.
Learn more about Mobile Technologies

Cloud Technologies

Trailhead builds and hosts software on Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services, or Google Cloud, with Cloudflare at the edge. Serverless options like Azure Functions and AWS Lambda run many workloads, and containers with Docker, Kubernetes, and Azure Container Apps take over when an app needs more control. Microsoft Entra ID handles sign-in and security, and Application Insights monitors apps in production.
Learn more about Cloud Technologies
Azure
Amazon Web Services
Google Cloud
Cloudflare
Azure App Service
Azure Functions
Azure Container Apps
AWS Lambda
Docker
Kubernetes
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
Azure Service Bus
Microsoft Entra ID
Application Insights
Microsoft Foundry
SQL Server
Azure SQL
PostgreSQL
MySQL
Azure Cosmos DB
MongoDB
Redis
Entity Framework Core
Dapper

Databases

SQL Server and Azure SQL hold the data for many of our projects, but our developers also work with PostgreSQL and MySQL. When a relational database isn't the right fit, Azure Cosmos DB or MongoDB usually is, with Redis for caching. From .NET code, Entity Framework Core or Dapper connects the app to its database, mapping database records to objects and back.
Learn more about Databases

Testing and QA

Automated tests cover every level of your software: unit tests in xUnit or NUnit, API tests in Postman, and end-to-end browser tests in Playwright or Cypress. Before launch, JMeter and Azure Load Testing show how the system handles heavy traffic, and axe and Lighthouse check accessibility and page performance.
Learn more about Testing and QA
xUnit
NUnit
Playwright
Cypress
Postman
JMeter
Azure Load Testing
axe
Lighthouse
GitHub
GitHub Actions
Azure DevOps
Terraform
Bicep
Docker
Aspire
Application Insights
OpenTelemetry

DevOps

Every change should reach production the same way, so Trailhead sets up automated build, test, and deployment pipelines in GitHub Actions or Azure DevOps. Terraform or Bicep define the infrastructure as code, and apps ship in Docker containers. Once the system is running, Application Insights or OpenTelemetry shows how it behaves.
Learn more about DevOps

Software Design

Before development starts, our designers plan screens and flows with you in Figma, then use AI tools like Claude Design and Figma Make to put working prototypes in front of you quickly. Interfaces follow design systems like Material Design, with components documented in Storybook, so the finished app matches what you approved.
Learn more about Software Design
Figma
Claude Design
Figma Make
Adobe Creative Cloud
Storybook
Material Design
.NET MAUI
Uno Platform
Electron
Blazor Hybrid
Flutter
Bluetooth
WinUI
Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF)
Windows Forms (WinForms)

Desktop and IoT

Whether you want a cross-platform desktop app written in C# or in HTML and JavaScript, Trailhead can build it. Our developers use .NET MAUI, Uno Platform, and Blazor Hybrid for C# apps, and Electron for apps built with web technologies. Trailhead also connects software to devices and sensors over Bluetooth, and we can maintain your legacy Windows apps or move them to a modern platform.
Learn more about Desktop and IoT

Our Gear Is Packed and We're Excited to Explore With You

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Together, we can map your company’s software journey and start down the right trails. If you’re set to take the first step, simply fill out our contact form. We’ll be in touch quickly – and you’ll have a partner who is ready to help your company take the next step on its software journey. 

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Together, we can map your company’s tech journey and start down the trails. If you’re set to take the first step, simply fill out the form below. We’ll be in touch – and you’ll have a partner who cares about you and your company. 

We can’t wait to hear from you! 

Montage Portal

Montage Furniture Services provides furniture protection plans and claims processing services to a wide selection of furniture retailers and consumers.

Project Background

Montage was looking to build a new web portal for both Retailers and Consumers, which would integrate with Dynamics CRM and other legacy systems. The portal needed to be multi tenant and support branding and configuration for different Retailers. Trailhead architected the new Montage Platform, including the Portal and all of it’s back end integrations, did the UI/UX and then delivered the new system, along with enhancements to DevOps and processes.

Logistics

We’ve logged countless miles exploring the tech world. In doing so, we gained the experience that enables us to deliver your unique software and systems architecture needs. Our team of seasoned tech vets can provide you with:

Custom App and Software Development

We collaborate with you throughout the entire process because your customized tech should fit your needs, not just those of other clients.

Cloud and Mobile Applications

The modern world demands versatile technology, and this is exactly what your mobile and cloud-based apps will give you.

User Experience and Interface (UX/UI) Design

We want your end users to have optimal experiences with tech that is highly intuitive and responsive.

DevOps

This combination of Agile software development and IT operations provides you with high-quality software at reduced cost, time, and risk.

Trailhead stepped into a challenging project – building our new web architecture and redeveloping our portals at the same time the business was migrating from a legacy system to our new CRM solution. They were able to not only significantly improve our web development architecture but our development and deployment processes as well as the functionality and performance of our portals. The feedback from customers has been overwhelmingly positive. Trailhead has proven themselves to be a valuable partner.

– BOB DOERKSEN, Vice President of Technology Services
at Montage Furniture Services

Technologies Used

When you hit the trails, it is essential to bring appropriate gear. The same holds true for your digital technology needs. That’s why Trailhead builds custom solutions on trusted platforms like .NET, Azure, React, and Angular.

.NETC#ASP.NET CoreBlazorSignalREntity Framework CoreAspireAzureAmazon Web ServicesAzure FunctionsAWS LambdaDockerKubernetesTerraformClaude CodeGitHub CopilotCodexModel Context Protocol (MCP)Microsoft FoundryGitHubClaude DesignTypeScriptReactAngularNext.jsNode.jsTailwind CSSHTMLSQL ServerAzure SQLPostgreSQLAzure Cosmos DBRedisAzure DevOpsGitHub Actions.NET MAUIiOSAndroidFlutterPlaywrightxUnitFigmaJavaScriptGoogle CloudMongoDB

Expertise

We partner with businesses who need intuitive custom software, responsive mobile applications, and advanced cloud technologies. And our extensive experience in the tech field allows us to help you map out the right path for all your digital technology needs.

  • Project Management
  • Architecture
  • Web App Development
  • Cloud Development
  • DevOps
  • Process Improvements
  • Legacy System Integration
  • UI Design
  • Manual QA
  • Back end/API/Database development

We partner with businesses who need intuitive custom software, responsive mobile applications, and advanced cloud technologies. And our extensive experience in the tech field allows us to help you map out the right path for all your digital technology needs.

Our Gear Is Packed and We're Excited to Explore with You

Ready to come with us? 

Together, we can map your company’s tech journey and start down the trails. If you’re set to take the first step, simply fill out the contact form. We’ll be in touch – and you’ll have a partner who cares about you and your company. 

We can’t wait to hear from you! 

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