Editor's note
I pulled a deliberately mixed lineup this time, from API documentation and EF Core setup to AI inference and MAUI agents. The C# 14 extension members piece stands out for showing how language features can finally retire helper-class clutter, and the OAuth/JWT article is a solid security refresher.
ASP.NET Core, EF Core, AI and tooling
Jasen Fici
March 24, 2026
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Jasen's take on today's picks
Integrating Scalar API Documentation in ASP.NET Core
Scalar is a useful reminder that good API docs are part of the product, not an afterthought.
Clean and Scalable Entity Configuration in Entity Framework Core (With Real Project Example)
This EF Core configuration article focuses on keeping entity mapping clean as projects grow.
From Monolith to Micro-Brain: Architecting Scalable AI Inference in .NET
The micro-brain AI inference piece is interesting if you're thinking about scaling .NET AI workloads beyond a single app.
Why ASP.NET Core Is the Future of Web Development
The ASP.NET Core future post is light on specifics, but it still reflects how central the framework remains.
One Line of C#. Every AI Provider.
A one-line AI gateway for every provider is the kind of abstraction teams reach for when they want to swap models without rewriting app code.
C# 14 Extension Members: The Final Piece of the Clean Code Puzzle
C# 14 extension members could genuinely reduce helper-class clutter and make extension-heavy code easier to maintain.
Run and Debug .NET Core in VS Code
VS Code debugging basics are always handy, especially for teams standardizing on a lighter editor workflow.
Toxy: A Forgotten .NET Library That Can Parse Almost Any Document
Toxy is a neat reminder that older .NET libraries still solve real document-parsing problems.
Explore C# 14, .NET 10, Aspire and GitHub Copilot at THRIVE 2026!
THRIVE 2026 looks geared toward practical .NET, Aspire, and Copilot sessions rather than vendor theater.
.NET Full Stack: Building End-to-End Web Apps
This full-stack article is broad, but it may help newer developers connect front-end and back-end work in one mental model.
How to Secure REST APIs Using OAuth 2.0 and JWT Authentication?
OAuth 2.0 plus JWT is still the standard API security combo, and this walkthrough covers the essentials clearly.
Accelerating .NET MAUI Development with AI Agents
The MAUI AI agents post is worth a look for anyone exploring where AI can assist mobile UI development.
Steps to Publish and Deploy a .NET Application Using a Publish ZIP File
Publish ZIP deployment remains a pragmatic option when you want a simple Azure release path without a full pipeline.