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This repository contains the source code for .NET Monitor - a tool that allows you to gather diagnostic data from running applications using HTTP endpoints

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⑂128FORKS
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🏆#3,073GLOBAL RANK
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dotnet-monitor gained 18 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 726. It is about 6 years old and has averaged roughly 121 stars a year. It ranks #179 among C# repositories and #3,073 across all languages on GitHubRepo.

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dotnet-monitor has maintained a continuous presence across global trending indexes, peaking at #2359. Below is the 30-day activity profile:

💡 Overview

dotnet-monitor is an open-source project written in C#: This repository contains the source code for .NET Monitor - a tool that allows you to gather diagnostic data from running applications using HTTP endpoints.

Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in C#. It provides clear interfaces, comprehensive configuration options, and seamless integration with existing tools across the modern development stack.

⚡ Key Features

1

Optimized execution pipeline written in C# for predictable speed.

2

Zero-friction configuration with comprehensive sensible defaults out of the box.

3

Cross-platform runtime support across Linux, macOS, and Windows environments.

4

Strong typing and modular architecture designed for easy extension and maintainability.

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Standardized CLI and API interfaces for smooth integration into CI/CD workflows.

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Active community maintenance with regular dependency updates and security patches.

📥 Installation

terminal
$ git clone https://github.com/dotnet/dotnet-monitor.git
cd dotnet-monitor

⚙ System Requirements

Platforms

  • • macOS
  • • Linux
  • • Windows

Runtime & Dependencies

C# environment and standard tooling

Architecture

x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)

🧠 How It Works

dotnet-monitor coordinates its core functionality through a modular C# pipeline. It parses configuration parameters, validates inputs, and resolves dependencies asynchronously. By minimizing runtime overhead and keeping allocations localized, it delivers predictable performance in both local development environments and automated production workloads.

🎯 Production Use Cases

Production System Integration

Embed dotnet-monitor into C# backend services to handle core application logic.

CI/CD Automated Pipelines

Run automated validation, builds, and integration suites during deployments.

Developer Tooling & Workflows

Accelerate developer onboarding with pre-configured project utilities.

Open Source Extension

Fork and customize internal modules under the repository's open MIT license.

🚀 Getting Started

1

Install dotnet-monitor using your package manager: `git clone https://github.com/dotnet/dotnet-monitor.git`

2

Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for dotnet-monitor.

3

Import dotnet-monitor into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.

4

Execute your test suite or run `dotnet-monitor --help` to verify successful setup.

👍 Strengths

Active community backing with 726 GitHub stars and verified adoption.
Permissive open-source distribution under the MIT license.
Built in C# for high execution speed and developer familiarity.
Cross-platform compatibility across modern Linux, macOS, and Windows environments.
Clean modular design allowing flexible configuration and pipeline integration.

⚠️ Considerations

Requires familiarity with C# and modern CLI workflows.
Ecosystem extensions may require manual configuration depending on environment constraints.
Active development roadmap means breaking API changes may occur across major versions.

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👥 Who Should Use This

Developers and engineering teams building with C#, seeking reliable, tested, and actively maintained tooling for production workloads.

🏆 Nearby in the Rankings

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does dotnet-monitor do? +

This repository contains the source code for .NET Monitor - a tool that allows you to gather diagnostic data from running applications using HTTP endpoints

What language is dotnet-monitor written in? +

The primary language is C#. Topics include: software.

Is dotnet-monitor actively maintained? +

Yes, the last recorded push was on Sep 28, 2026 with 132 open issues being tracked.

How many stars does dotnet-monitor have? +

dotnet-monitor has 726 stars and 128 forks on GitHub.

How does dotnet-monitor rank among GitHub repositories? +

With 726 stars, dotnet/dotnet-monitor is ranked #3,073 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #179 among C# projects.

What license is dotnet-monitor distributed under? +

The repository reports a MIT license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.

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