Update README to clarify DTFx as a legacy library#1312
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Updates the root README to clearly communicate that Durable Task Framework (DTFx) is a legacy library and to guide users toward supported Microsoft orchestration alternatives.
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- Adds a prominent legacy/unsupported notice with links to Durable Functions and Durable Task Scheduler-based SDKs.
- Updates the introductory DTFx description to reflect legacy status and self-management requirements.
- Removes the “under active development” claim for
DurableTask.Coreand clarifies emulator naming/positioning.
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This pull request updates the
README.mdto clarify the support status of the Durable Task Framework (DTFx) and guide users toward modern, supported alternatives. It also improves documentation clarity around legacy components and removes outdated references.Key documentation and guidance updates:
Deprecation and support status:
Clarifications and documentation improvements:
DurableTask.Emulatoris a legacy in-memory backend for DTFx and is not the same as the supported Durable Task Scheduler emulator.