Kestrelbased

Kestrelbased is a term that refers to the use of Kestrel, an open-source, cross-platform web server, as the foundation for developing and hosting web applications. Developed by Microsoft, Kestrel is designed for performance and flexibility, making it a popular choice for modern .NET applications. Its primary role is to serve HTTP requests, acting as the entry point for incoming web traffic before it is routed to the application's business logic.

When an application is described as "Kestrelbased," it signifies that Kestrel is the web server directly hosting the application. This contrasts with scenarios where Kestrel might be used behind a reverse proxy, such as IIS, Nginx, or Apache. While Kestrel is capable of running in production environments, it is often paired with a reverse proxy for additional features like load balancing, SSL termination, and static file serving.

The advantages of using Kestrel as the base include its lightweight nature, fast performance, and seamless integration with the .NET ecosystem. It supports modern HTTP/2 features and can be configured to handle various network and security settings. Developers leverage Kestrelbased architectures to build scalable and efficient web services, APIs, and single-page applications. The term emphasizes the server's direct role in the application's deployment and operation, highlighting its importance in the web server stack.