Mac developers can grab a discounted lifetime Visual Studio license
A lifetime license for Microsoft Visual Studio Professional 2026 is being offered for $29.97, down from a regular price of $499.99. The software supports ARM64 processors, allowing it to run on Apple silicon Macs through Windows 11 in Parallels. The license covers one device, requires a Microsoft account for activation, and includes minor updates and security fixes for the 2026 release channel.
The offer targets Mac-based programmers who create Windows, .NET, or C++ software and would otherwise face ongoing fees for Visual Studio Professional. This 2026 edition can run on Apple silicon hardware when Windows 11 is virtualized through Parallels, since it supports ARM64. It enables cross-platform mobile and desktop development via .NET MAUI, C# web interfaces with Blazor, and testing for Windows, Linux, and container targets.
Productivity features include hot reload for live code changes, IntelliCode line/block suggestions, CodeLens editor metadata, and Live Share for collaborative debugging without repository cloning or dependency setup. The license is single-user, one device, needs a Microsoft account, and includes minor updates plus security patches for the 2026 channel. Codes must be redeemed within 30 days.
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