Editor's note
I kept this issue deliberately mixed, from ASP.NET Core fundamentals to language and data platform pieces. The DI and middleware articles are useful refreshers, while the C# 13 params collections and LINQ updates point at where the language is heading.
ASP.NET Core, C# 13, EF Core and more
Jasen Fici
April 01, 2025
Tuesday has rolled in, and as seasoned .NET pros, we're all about rolling up our sleeves and getting into the nitty-gritty of innovation. Today, let's channel that introspective energy—like a method reflection, it’s time to examine our codebase (and maybe our coffee supply). Our top picks will spark insights, challenge norms, and maybe even inspire you to refactor your favorite project. No fluff, just meaty, meaningful content that will keep your brain ticking between debugging sessions.
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Jasen's take on today's picks
Dependency Injection in ASP.NET Core Explained
A solid refresher on dependency injection in ASP.NET Core, useful for both newcomers and anyone tightening up service lifetimes.
The protobuf API template for C# is a practical angle if you want contract-first APIs without hand-rolling repetitive plumbing.
New LINQ features in .NET 9 is the kind of release note article worth skimming before your next code review.
Building Robust Applications with the Reliable Web App Pattern for .NET
The reliable web app pattern is about operational resilience, not just architecture diagrams, and that distinction matters.
Generics in C#: Stop Writing Repetitive Code Already!
Generics in C# makes the case for writing less boilerplate, which is advice most codebases still need.
Mastering Unique Constraints in EF8 & .NET 9: A Complete Guide with Fluent API
Unique constraints in EF8 and .NET 9 is a good fit if you're modeling real data rules with Fluent API.
Solving Problems you wouldn't have if you wouldn't use Entity Framework
That anti-EF piece is opinionated, but it will resonate with anyone who has fought a leaky abstraction in production.
Enable continuous backup for multi-region write account
Cosmos DB continuous backup for multi-region writes is a practical ops update for teams running globally distributed workloads.
Calling Methods is Easier and Faster with C# 13 Params Collections
C# 13 params collections is a small language feature with a big ergonomics payoff for API authors.
SQL DB in Fabric Integrations | Data Exposed
The SQL DB in Fabric segment adds platform context for teams watching Microsoft's data stack evolve.
The ASP.NET recovery article looks more tactical than theoretical, which is exactly what many teams need mid-incident.
Streamlining File Management with Module-Level File Store Approach in .NET
Module-level file storage is a nice architectural idea if your app needs cleaner boundaries around file handling.
Evolution of Web Scraping: Insights from John Godel on the Enhanced HtmlFetcher Class
The enhanced HtmlFetcher piece is a reminder that scraping code benefits from the same engineering discipline as any other integration.
Secure Your ASP.NET Core App with hCaptcha: A Step-by-Step Guide
hCaptcha for ASP.NET Core is timely for apps that need friction without opening the door to automated abuse.
Understanding Middlewares in ASP.NET Core - How ASP.NET Core Processes Incoming Requests
Middlewares in ASP.NET Core remains one of the clearest ways to understand request flow and cross-cutting concerns.
Hidden C# Debugging Trick That Only 2% of Developers Use!
The hidden C# debugging trick headline is a bit noisy, but debugging shortcuts are always worth a look.
Delegate in C# is basic, but the fundamentals still matter when reading older code or event-heavy APIs.
C# Iterators: Rapid Lazy & Async Data Flow
Iterators in C# ties lazy and async flow together well, which helps when you need to reason about streamed data.
The Detailed Execution Pipeline of .NET
The .NET execution pipeline article is a useful big-picture piece for connecting runtime behavior to everyday code.