Editor's note
I kept this issue intentionally mixed: there’s practical EF Core tuning, some fundamentals like testing and HTTP usage, and a few forward-looking pieces on .NET 10 and C# 13. The Visual Studio multi-process CPU analysis post stands out for day-to-day diagnostics, while the MCP server article is a good snapshot of where C# and AI tooling are heading.
EF Core, profiling, and .NET 10 updates
As you cruise through this fine Tuesday, picture yourself at the wheel of a '76 Ford Pinto—solid and compact, but with a touch of unpredictability just under the hood. This is your ticket to a journey through the sleek highways of the .NET ecosystem, where today’s handpicked gems promise to add some turbo to your coding routine. So buckle up, because practical wisdom awaits, aimed at steering your development skills to the next gear with the reliability of an old-school veteran.
Today's Articles
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Jasen's take on today's picks
A solid refresher on unit testing basics to start the issue.
Difference Between Compilation and Runtime Errors in .NET
Good reminder that LINQ choices affect what actually runs in EF Core.
How to Use LINQ Effectively in .NET: IEnumerable, IQueryable, and EF Core Tips
If you tune databases or APIs, the batch update/delete and EF Core performance posts are worth a read.
Building Large-Scale Applications with .NET and Angular: A Comprehensive Guide (Part 3)
The MCP server piece is a timely look at how C# apps are plugging into AI workflows.
Azure SQL Database Hyperscale: Elevating Performance with Continuous Priming | Data Exposed
The Visual Studio CPU analysis update is the kind of tooling improvement that pays off immediately.
Build Your Own MCP Server in C# — So Your AI App Stops Acting Clueless
A useful preview of where .NET 10 and C# 13 discussions are heading.
















