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# Prerequisites for Bloqs

### Visual Studio 2026

Download and install the latest version of Visual Studio 2026:\
<https://visualstudio.microsoft.com/vs/>

During installation, select these **Workloads**:

* ASP.NET and web development
* Azure development
* .NET Multi-platform App UI development
* .NET Desktop development

Also make sure to install the following **Individual components**:

* .NET 10 Runtime
* .NET 10 WebAssembly Build Tools

### Docker Desktop

Download and install Docker Desktop:\
<https://www.docker.com/products/docker-desktop/>

### MongoDB Compass

Download and install MongoDB Compass:\
[https://www.mongodb.com/products/tools/compass](https://www.mongodb.com/products/tools/compass?utm_source=chatgpt.com)


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