SQL Bulk Inserts in .NET: A Practical Guide to Every Option You Have
Every SQL bulk insert option in .NET, explained — from EF Core's AddRange to Dapper and SqlBulkCopy — so you know exactly which one to reach for.
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LLM vs AI Agent – What’s the Real Difference (And Why It Matters)
LLMs and AI agents get used interchangeably, but they're not the same thing. This guide breaks down what each one actually does, how they work together, and how to decide which one your project really needs.
EF Core Read Query Performance – Optimization Techniques for .NET
EF Core's defaults are built for convenience, not speed — and that gap shows up fast once your data grows. This guide walks through 10 practical techniques to boost EF Core read query performance in .NET, from indexing and AsNoTracking to pagination, split queries, and caching, with real code examples for every skill level.
C# 15 Union Types Explained Simply – A Better Way to Handle Multiple Return Types
C# 15 introduces Union Types — a simple and type-safe way to handle multiple return types. Learn how it works and how to try it with .NET 11 Preview 2.
Rate Limiting Middleware in ASP.NET Core – Built-In, Practical, and Production-Ready
ASP.NET Core 7 introduced built-in rate limiting middleware. This guide covers everything
from basic setup to advanced production patterns.
Data Validation in .NET 10 Minimal APIs – Built-In, Clean, and No Extra Libraries
.NET 10 introduces built-in data validation for Minimal APIs—no need for external libraries. This guide walks through Data Annotations, custom validation, and automatic error handling with real-world examples.
Complex Types in EF Core: Cleaner Domain Models and Reusable Value Objects
Complex Types in EF Core help create cleaner domain models by grouping related values like Address or Money without separate tables.
HybridCache in ASP.NET Core – A Better Way to Handle L1 & L2 Caching
HybridCache in ASP.NET Core combines in-memory and distributed caching into a single API, improving performance and scalability with minimal effort.
Implementing Soft Delete in EF Core: A Practical Guide for Safer Data Management
Learn how to implement soft delete in EF Core, global query filters, interceptors, and indexing. This guide also covers best practices, performance tips, and when to choose soft delete over hard delete.