6 writings
This post explores the typed/untyped data paradox by demonstrating how to access Cloudant (CouchDB fork) from F# using a custom HTTP-based helper module. The author shares a pragmatic solution for integrating statically typed F# with JSON-based NoSQL databases, complete with working code snippets.
This article challenges common Entity Framework usage patterns and argues that many developers are implementing it incorrectly. The author explains why simply mapping databases without leveraging EF's core features creates unnecessary overhead and demonstrates why understanding the difference between demos and production environments is critical.
This post examines Massive, a Micro ORM by Rob Conery, focusing on the 'why' behind its design philosophy rather than tutorials. Learn how this innovative tool represents a shift in data access approaches and why developers should consider alternatives to traditional ORMs.
This post examines Micro ORMs as a solution to the performance problems created by traditional ORMs. The author discusses how tools like Dapper and OrmLite offer the productivity benefits of ORMs while maintaining database access performance comparable to direct SQL queries.
This technical article explores the dangers of improper ORM usage in large enterprise applications, using real-world examples from LINQ to SQL and Entity Framework. The author discusses how monolithic edmx files and naive ORM implementations can cripple performance and maintainability in projects with thousands of tables and multiple modules.
This post explores the evolution from traditional connection and command classes to modern ORM frameworks in .NET development. The author discusses common database connectivity challenges and explains why ORMs like NHibernate are essential for building efficient applications.