ASP.NET Core Data Access
Learn how to connect your ASP.NET Core applications to various data sources, manage data persistence, and implement effective data retrieval strategies.
Getting Started with Entity Framework Core
This tutorial introduces Entity Framework Core, an object-relational mapper (ORM) for .NET. Learn how to define your data models, set up your database context, and perform basic CRUD (Create, Read, Update, Delete) operations.
Read TutorialWorking with Raw SQL Queries
While ORMs are powerful, sometimes you need direct control. This guide explores how to execute raw SQL queries within your ASP.NET Core application using Entity Framework Core or ADO.NET for optimized performance or complex scenarios.
Read TutorialUsing Dapper for Micro-ORM Data Access
Discover Dapper, a popular micro-ORM that offers a balance between the ease of an ORM and the performance of raw SQL. Learn how to integrate Dapper into your ASP.NET Core projects for efficient data mapping.
Read TutorialAsynchronous Data Operations
Maximize the responsiveness of your ASP.NET Core applications by implementing asynchronous data access patterns. This tutorial covers best practices for using `async` and `await` with data operations to prevent blocking threads.
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