While ASP uses VBScript to interpret an ASP page, ASP.NET uses .NET languages including VB.NET and C# which are then compiled to Microsoft Intermediate Language. ASP is only partially object oriented. It’s considered very much outdated now, while ASP.NET still retains in popularity having evolved to a much more advanced version since its initial release. It’s now one of the most preferred Microsoft technology solutions in the market.

The demand for ASP.NET development services peaked in the last couple of years. However many small businesses still make do with ASP, finding it complicated to migrate to ASP.NET and advance in today’s age. Legacy code is generally migrated gradually with proper migration strategies in place. Until the migration to ASP.NET is successfully completed, the legacy code will be running, which leads us to these effective tips for a successful migration from ASP to ASP.NET

• Side-by-side approach: This approach is based on the theory that legacy code and .NET code implement different parts of the application with low coupling in between, until the migration is fully complete. The legacy code can then be laid off. This approach takes some time, and can be quite challenging depending on the type of business. 
  
• Local migration: Local migration is essentially the migration of a united part of one or multiple legacy application layers. Obviously, migrating the parts of application layers comes with its fair share of complications. 
  
• Optimization: Optimization is done once the migration to ASP.NET is complete. It can be done either in parallel to the migration or instead of the migration. This approach provides many benefits including caching, layered application architecture, data binding and server controls, .NET exception handling, view state, and improved productivity and maintainability in addition.  
  
• Client-based synchronization: To implement client-based synchronization, you will have to develop two intermediate pages and place them between ASP and ASP.NET pages. Owing to the complexity of the whole process, this approach, though effective, is not often practiced. 
  
• Dynamic synchronization: This approach is ideal for situations when a great amount of pages update the state. Unless the state is habitually harmonized, you won’t get any performance gains. 
  

Full ASP to ASP.NET migration can have multiple approaches at different phases of the procedure. It can either end with a full migration or the end of application support. Because it can get quite complicated, it’s also a good idea to seek professional help. You can seek out a reputed software development company in Dubai to help with the migration should you feel the need to. This can save you time and ensure successful migration without hiccups.