Editor's note
I pulled a pretty varied mix today, with EF Core performance and concurrency pieces sitting right next to Azure guidance and API design. The .NET 10 AI article and the Kestrel deep dive stood out because they connect platform direction with day-to-day implementation choices.
EF Core, Azure and AI API updates
Jasen Fici
October 13, 2025
Welcome to a brand-new week, where Monday sets the stage like the lead guitarist in your favorite rock band, gearing up to deliver some epic .NET riffs. Fueled by caffeine and the thrill of problem-solving, we're ready to tackle those unread code reviews and refactor like it's 1999. This week's curation is packed with the kind of insights that transform code from "it works" to "it's art." Let's get those gears turning and see what .NET has in store for your seasoned fingertips.
Today's Articles
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Jasen's take on today's picks
1 Sneaky EF Core Trick That Makes Heavy Includes Fast: Query Splitting (with a Clean .NET
Query splitting is a practical EF Core fix when heavy includes start dragging your app down.
Azure Pricing Calculator: Estimate Smarter, Plan Confidently
Azure Pricing Calculator is a useful reminder that architecture decisions also need cost estimates.
Developer and AI Code Reviewer: Reviewing AI-Generated Code in .NET
Microsoft’s AI code reviewer article is worth reading if you’re deciding how humans should vet generated code.
Master Integration Testing in .NET 8: Automate Your Azure Logic Apps Like a Pro
Integration testing Azure Logic Apps in .NET 8 is the kind of workflow automation tutorial teams can actually use.
C# Partial Constructors and Events Explained with Real-Life Bank Example
Partial constructors and events make for a quirky C# refresher, even if the bank example is doing a lot of heavy lifting.
FastEndpoints vs Traditional Controllers in .NET — A Modern API Framework Comparison
FastEndpoints vs controllers is a solid comparison for teams weighing simpler APIs against the familiar MVC style.
🔴 VS Code Live - v1.105 Release
The VS Code Live release is mostly editor news, but the C# 14 and .NET 10 notes make it relevant.
Stop Fighting the GC: 5 .NET Memory Hacks That Actually Work
The GC memory hacks piece leans practical, which is exactly what performance tuning needs.
⚙️ Understanding Kestrel Web Server in .NET Core — Deep Dive with Real-World Examples
Kestrel’s deep dive is a good fit if you want to understand how ASP.NET Core handles requests under load.
7 .NET Performance Interview Questions Senior Devs Actually Face (And How to Answer Them)
Those senior performance interview questions are helpful because they turn real production work into explainable answers.
Abstraction in C#: Hiding the Mess, Showing the Magic
Abstraction in C# is basic on the surface, but still useful as a teaching piece for newer developers.
9 Practical Ways to Track Entity Changes in EF Core (with a Clean .NET 9 Audit Logger)
The EF Core audit logger article is another hands-on data tracking post, with a .NET 9 angle.
.NET 10: The Deathblow to Python’s AI Dominance? 💀
The .NET 10 AI headline is provocative, but it does highlight real platform momentum around native AI and vectors.
Optimistic vs Pessimistic Locking in EF Core Explained
Optimistic versus pessimistic locking is evergreen material for anyone dealing with concurrent updates in EF Core.
5 .NET Patterns That’ll Save Memory, CPU, and Your Sanity
The memory, CPU, and sanity patterns article looks like another broad performance roundup with a utility-first angle.
The Hidden Truth About IReadOnlyCollection vs. IEnumerable in .NET — Most Developers Get This Wrong
IReadOnlyCollection versus IEnumerable is one of those API design choices that still trips up experienced developers.
Azure API Management Gateway — ABC Inc : Full Setup Guide (step-by-step)
The Azure API Management guide is especially relevant if you need to front, secure, and monitor backend services.
Building .NET Microservices: A Beginner-Friendly Guide
The microservices beginner guide stays accessible, which makes it useful for teams moving beyond monoliths.
Repository Pattern Over EF: Boon or Burden?
The repository pattern article revisits a long-running .NET debate, and that’s usually where the most honest lessons live.